Originally Posted by
Edmond Dantes
Of all D&D games, my favorite is actually the Sega Genesis game Warriors of the Eternal Sun. From the moment I heard that title screen tune I was drawn in.
Eternal Sun is actually based on the "Basic" rules of D&D, whereas most games at the time were based on Advanced Dungeons & Dragons. This is actually one reason this one's a favorite--the Basic rules are the ones I'm most familiar with, as they're the easiest to learn ("Advanced" always had pointless complications, which just got worse with the later editions. I don't see how anyone was able to play 3e, 3.5, or 4e).
The gameplay itself is like the Gold Box games in the overworld segment, but then becomes a sorta-Eye of the Beholder in the dungeons, but in both cases the gameplay is simplified and sped up. The best part is that, despite superficially having a linear narrative, you can actually sequence-break like a boss, and there are tons of hidden dungeons that are completely optional. Better yet, in the best tradition of classic RPGs, you really FEEL how powerful you get as you level up. It's such a rush to see enemies who used to be dangers, suddenly become no problem. And the game actually allows some strategy and clever play, because almost all the spells work... I remember one time I kept getting killed by a Red Dragon, but then I cast a paralysis spell on him... problem solved!
So yeah, if you ever get a chance, give Warriors of the Eternal Sun a go.