Pools of Darkness
The epic conclusion to the original Pool of Radiance sequence.
Curated by Tronsoft Museum
Overview and Release Context
The epic conclusion to the original Pool of Radiance sequence.
1991 | DOS, Amiga and Macintosh | SSI
Gameplay and Design
High-level characters face planar travel, powerful enemies, and demanding tactical battles. Imported parties complete a multi-game progression arc.
Topics to Explore
- Rules, interface, and player decision-making
- Historical or fictional setting
- Platforms, versions, and technical constraints
- Designers, developers, and publishing context
- Links to related SSI titles
Historical Significance and Legacy
Pools of Darkness represented the culmination of SSI’s connected Gold Box campaign and one of the earliest long-form computer RPG continuities.
Artifacts and Preservation
The planned collection for Pools of Darkness includes packaging, manuals, reference cards, disks or disk images, screenshots, maps, advertisements, reviews, patches, and development commentary where legally available.