Developed by Interplay Productions and distributed by Electronic Arts, The Bard's Tale series is considered by many to be one of the pillar classics of computer fantasy role playing games.

The Bard's Tale III: Thief of Fate allows players to create characters, form parties and adventure across different dimensions to defeat a mad god. Combat is turn based and players can choose the actions of every member of the party.

From the box text:
"Skara Brae is in ruins. Roscoe's Energy Emporium stands vacant. The Equipment Shoppe went under so quickly Garth was crushed. Your Bard hasn't stopped whimpering since he realized all the taverns were closed.... Someoneâ€â€