Call of Saregnar
A story-rich tactical RPG in the spirit of Betrayal at Krondor. Every character is a real photographed actor. Explore a handcrafted medieval world with no quest markers, read carefully, and fight deliberate turn-based battles on a hex grid.
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Under mysterious circumstances, people begin disappearing from the quiet village of Avanmoor, and the local lord is found murdered in his chambers. What starts as a simple hunt for an assassin soon draws an unlikely party—a dutiful knight, a young student of magic, and his roguish friend—into a conflict that reaches all the way to the gods themselves.
Call of Saregnar is a story-rich tactical RPG inspired by the classics of the 90s. Explore a handcrafted medieval world, investigate mysteries, solve riddles, and battle enemies in thoughtful turn-based, hex-grid combat. Meet a whole cast of digitized live-action characters brought to life through thousands of frames of real actors.
This is a grounded low-fantasy adventure with a relaxing pace, deep narrative focus, and a world full of handcrafted details.
90s-Inspired Old-School Visuals
Experience a lovingly crafted low-poly 3D look enhanced with photorealistic textures. Every character you meet is portrayed by a real actor—captured through thousands of photographs and seamlessly integrated into the world.
A Believable, Grounded Medieval World
Saregnar lets you role-play through a deep, engaging story filled with murder, mystery, intrigue, and suspense. The world is an original fantasy setting inspired by various historical nations and cultures. You'll be pleased to find that we've evicted giant rats and slimes from this universe.
Think, Read, and Pay Attention
Call of Saregnar rewards careful observation. Clues are found in dialogue, notes, and the world around you.
There are no quest markers—instead, your quest log records your conversations and discoveries, letting you piece together the truth on your own.
Freedom to Explore
Even though the story drives the adventure forward, the world remains open. Discover villages, forests, ruins, wild paths, hidden places, merchant caravans, and optional encounters—at your own pace.
Prepare for The Journey
Survival depends on preparation.
Food, boots, blankets, oil for your bowstrings, sharp blades, and well-maintained armor all matter. Manage your belongings wisely before setting out into the wilderness.
Tactical Turn-Based Combat
Fight groups of varied enemies on a tactical hex grid.
Take your time, evaluate each threat, position your party carefully, and use your abilities to outmaneuver foes in deliberate, old-school battles.
Character Development
Attributes rarely change, but your skills improve through use. Learn new abilities from trainers or books, specialize your party, and shape your heroes through the journey—not through XP grinding.
Magic Granted by the Gods
Gain the favor of twelve different deities, each granting unique spells.
Offer prayers, money, food, or valuable items—but beware: some gods are easier to please than others.
Hand-Placed Encounters
Explore a world filled with carefully designed encounters—ambushes, merchants, bandits, strange creatures, points of interest, and paths hiding secrets. Nothing is randomized; everything is placed for maximum impact.
Meaningful Items
Every item is handcrafted with purpose. New gear makes a noticeable difference, and equipment upgrades feel like important milestones.
A Nostalgic Orchestral Soundtrack
Enjoy a rich, atmospheric soundtrack that accompanies every step of your journey through Merrentar and beyond.
Follow the Journey
Call of Saregnar is being crafted independently by a small, dedicated team. If you'd like to follow development closely, read the monthly devlogs, see behind-the-scenes screenshots, and join a growing community of supporters, you can find us on Patreon:
