Listen "Ep. 8: Secrets of the Inner Sanctum"
Episode Synopsis
🧠 Secrets, Mods, and the Future of CRPGsIn episode 8 of The Proving Grounds, Phil aka JCServant dives into the classic Might and Magic Book One: Secret of the Inner Sanctum—a foundational blobber that helped define the genre. We explore its design, legacy, and what made it stand out in 1986. Then it’s on to GOG’s brand-new Mod Program, a curated collection of fan-favorite mods made easy to install. Finally, Phil tackles big questions from the community: Is the CRPG renaissance fading? And is Baldur’s Gate 1 still a good starting point for beginners?If you love old-school adventuring, crunchy mechanics, and a dash of chaos, this one’s for you.
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