Grim Quest is a single player game that can be played offline. It is a dark fantasy game that does not have any modern monetization schemes such as lootboxes, energy bars, or overpriced cosmetics. Instead, players can make a one-time purchase for the full game and have the option to support the game and its development with additional purchases.
The game features a unique world with its own history and lore for players to immerse themselves in. Players will engage in classic turn-based combat, defeating enemies and facing challenging boss battles. They must also manage their character's sanity, as neglecting it can lead to unexpected consequences.
Players have the ability to customize their character with 25 unique spells and 20 active and passive skills. They can also choose from 27 different character backgrounds, each with its own impact on gameplay. The game also offers a variety of interactive, text-based events for players to experience the world in different ways.
In addition to combat and exploration, players can acquire weapons, accessories, consumable items, and crafting ingredients. They can also complete quests, collect bounties, and uncover 60 pieces of scattered lore throughout the game.
Grim Quest also offers a unique feature where players must manage the defenses of a besieged city, enduring raids and other calamities. The game also offers four difficulty levels, optional permadeath, and other adjustable settings to cater to different playstyles.
Players can try the first chapter of the game for free before deciding to unlock all content with a one-time purchase. There are no ads, additional content locked behind in-app purchases, or nagging microtransactions. Grim Quest is the first entry in the Grim Saga, followed by Grim Tides - Old School RPG.