Iratus: Lord of the Dead is a premium role-playing game created by developer Unfrozen. It is a 2D strategy title that features turn-based combat and a dark fantasy theme. In it, players will take charge of an undead army to aid a vengeful necromancer wreak havoc on the world.

Sharing similarities with games like Darkest Dungeon or Gloomhaven, Iratus: Lord of the Dead relies heavily on tactical gameplay, which lets players employ minions to take on a variety of enemies and situations. It features multiple talent trees and introduces some roguelike elements to the fold.

Leader of the damned

In the game, you play as the titular Iratus, a necromancer freed from millennia-long imprisonment. Looking to seek vengeance for what happened to you, you call upon and lead an army of the undead to reach the surface world to bring death and destruction to the mortal realm. Collect body parts from slain enemies to help you bring twisted abominations to life that will obediently do your bidding.

Engages in tactical turn-based combat in Iratus: Lord of the Dead with four talent trees that allow you to create your own playstyle. There are 19 minion types available to you, each having six unique abilities that can be synergized for greater effect. The aforementioned roguelike element comes in the form of permanent and irreversible death of your minions, so best be mindful of how you utilize them.

You will plan and execute your machinations from your underground lair, which can be expanded and upgraded to help research new rituals, encounter new creatures to serve as raw material, and many more. One thing of note is that missions tend to drag out in later stages of the game. The result is that battles end up lasting longer than they should, and you start to lose interest over time.

Rise from the ashes

If you like turn-based games with a dash of roguelike and dark fantasy, Iratus: Lord of the Dead is an interesting title to check out. You get to be on the dark side for once, and it's a devilishly satisfying experience. The level of customization and variety you can achieve in combat is also rather impressive. It is well worth your time and attention.