Al Qadim

Le jeu

Al-Qadim: The Genie’s Curse is a classic DOS action-RPG released by SSI in 1994, set in the richly imagined Arabian-fantasy world of Zakhara from the Advanced Dungeons & Dragons universe. Instead of turn-based combat typical of D&D games at the time, Al-Qadim stood out with real-time, side-scrolling action that blended sword fighting, spellcasting, and exploration across bustling cities, deserts, and magical realms. Players take on the role of a heroic corsair framed for murder, unraveling political intrigue while mastering acrobatic combat, elemental magic, and artifact hunting. With its vibrant pixel art, Middle Eastern musical themes, and unique setting far removed from traditional medieval fantasy, Al-Qadim earned a cult following as one of the more experimental and atmospheric DOS RPGs of the 1990s. DOS