Purgatory II

Purgatory II is a tactical game about ex-General Xzus, who escapes from Purgatory with dark ghouls and skeletons to seek revenge on those who wronged him in life. He also sets out to find and protect his daughter, Lucile. You lead his creatures through the land of the living, where each point on the map brings a journal entry and a battle challenge.

Purgatory and your army

Purgatory serves as your base. There, you can improve stats, complete challenges to earn Spirit Points and hire creatures for your cause. You choose which creatures to bring into battle; each has its own skills and attributes. You can also buy and equip gear to increase your prowess on the battlefield.

Battles and exploration

Battles can include ambushes and hidden treasure chests, while traps pose a danger as you hunt for loot. You also lay siege to mighty fortresses. The game progresses in a journal-like fashion, with enemies appearing as you move through the story.

Story and presentation

The original story is written by RPG enthusiast Ross Tunney, of the Data Hacker series, and includes lots of reading. The game uses hand-drawn pixel art and frame-by-frame animation.