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Is MARDEK worth it for you?

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RPG players who enjoy turn-based battles and assembling a party from varied characters
Fans of fantasy and science fiction who want a setting that combines both
Players interested in story-heavy games that mix comedy with moral questions

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Players seeking a completed, long-form story may find the three-chapter release unfinished; five chapters of the originally planned eight were never produced.
Players wanting a brisk, combat-focused pace may find the substantial dialogue and story emphasis slow the action.
Players looking for a direct continuation of MARDEK should note that the developer says one is not planned.

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Our take on MARDEK

The three-chapter structure leaves the larger story unfinished: the series was initially planned for eight chapters, but only three were made. That gives the release a defined stopping point rather than a complete arc across the intended series.

What is MARDEK?

MARDEK is a retro-inspired RPG that mixes fantasy and science fiction with comedy and a story about moral ambiguity.

Its three chapters follow Mardek from childhood through Royal Guard training and into his work as a Royal Knight, alongside Rohoph, an alien wizard whose consciousness shares his mind. Build a party from a broad cast of characters with distinct stories, personalities, and skills. Explore elemental dungeons, fight monsters and dramatic bosses, and collect equipment. The game combines the three chapters originally released between 2007 and 2010. This version also has less-compressed music and small changes to the costs of some rare items and skills. The planned eight-chapter series stopped after three chapters, so the story remains unfinished.

How MARDEK plays

01Three story chapters: The chapters trace Mardek's life from childhood through military training and his role as a Royal Knight.
02Party customization: A broad cast of characters brings different personal stories and skill sets to party building.
03Dungeon exploration: Element-themed dungeons contain groups of monsters, equipment, and large boss encounters.
04Updated presentation: This release combines the three chapters and uses less-compressed music than the browser versions.

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Is MARDEK worth it?

It is worth it if: RPG players who enjoy turn-based battles and assembling a party from varied characters. Skip it if: players seeking a completed, long-form story may find the three-chapter release unfinished; five chapters of the originally planned eight were never produced.