I first learned about the existence of this Elder Scrolls entry from a review and bought it thinking, "How bad could this be?". Then I started playing and... well, I can see why this game almost bankrupted Bethesda. The controls are a little clunky/awkward and there seems to be some paper doll-style clipping with the equipment, though that could be due to me playing it on modern hardware. The level design is also a bit confusing with no clear indication on where to go.

However, there are some positive aspects about Battlespire-- it definitely presents an interesting experience as you play, the music is nice, the sprites look great and there are exploits you can take advantage of to help you progress.

Battlespire is a heavily flawed entry in The Elder Scrolls saga; it featured interesting concepts that weren't executed properly likely due to the hardware limitations of the time. Perhaps one day, we'll see a return to the Battlespire, either as an official remake or as a fan remake.