Realms of Arkania 2: Star trail

Often hailed as the best of the trilogy, Star Trail doubles down on everything its predecessor attempted—and somehow makes it all smoother. The world feels richer, the quests more nuanced, and the sense of progression far more satisfying. You still have to manage hunger, exhaustion, injuries, and your party’s enthusiastic opinions about everything, but the overall flow is tighter. The central quest, involving the legendary Salamander Stone, pulls you through a series of well-constructed challenges that mix combat, diplomacy, and exploration. It’s the kind of RPG that rewards patience and punishes carelessness, yet never stops feeling worth the effort.