Long-time players ofThe Elder Scrollsseries will need no introduction toDaggerfall, the second entry in Bethesda’s fantasy franchise. However, if you have never played this absolute classic – albeit wholly retro-looking – RPG, now’s the perfect time.
You see, theDaggerfall Unityproject has finally released version 1.0 of this unofficial remake (thanks,PCGamesN), which you can download fromGitHub. Intended as a more stable release of previous builds, this update represents the next stage of a recreation that’s been ongoing for a few years.
#DaggerfallUnity1.0.0 Release is now available! After several years in development, and the efforts of many people, Daggerfall Unity is finally considered complete. The project will now move into post-release community support and maintenance.https://t.co/A6MmlPCXQZpic.twitter.com/XsN6gxfkCB
Yes, some of you may scoff at the fact that this was made in the Unity engine. But you may take some comfort in knowing that it was made long before the debacle that saw the company’s reputation take a nosedive.
Again, free to download
WhileThe Elder Scrolls 2is free to play throughSteam, many would recommend the Unity version instead. It’s a complete remake of the original 1996 release, done from the group up, but it doesn’t lose its classic aesthetic and gameplay. It’s simply been rebuilt in a different engine.
The visuals have been given a spit shine, but it still looks like a 90s DOS game. Add onto thatDaggerfall Unitysupporting mods, of which there areplenty to choose from, and it should make for a good time.
WhileSkyrimis the one most people think of when it comes toTES, older gamers such as myself fondly recall some of the more dated installments.
True, going back to their original iterations can be hard work on modern systems, but the Unity remake ofDaggerfallis easily the definitive way to check out this legendary RPG. Especially now the full release is out. If you’re at least interested,check out this rundownon changes and improvements in more detail.
