Ultima I -The First Age of Darkness-

First released in 1981, Ultima I is the monumental debut of the legendary computer RPG series that laid the foundation for the genre by fusing top-down 2D world exploration with 3D dungeon crawling. While the goal to defeat the wicked wizard Mondain in the peaceful land of Sosaria is a classic fantasy premise, the game’s exceptional freedom was groundbreaking for its time. It is fondly remembered as a "masterpiece ahead of its time," known for its unique blend of medieval fantasy and sci-fi elements. The PC-8801 version, released in Japan in 1988, served as the definitive RPG gateway for countless players.

The once-peaceful land of Sosaria stands on the brink of destruction after the evil wizard Mondain corrupted the power of a magical gem. By manipulating time and space, Mondain has come to rule the world, unleashing hordes of monsters and plunging the realm into chaos. To break this cycle of despair, a hero is summoned from another world to embark on an epic quest to stop him and save Sosaria from ruin.