Dark Spire is a classically styled computer role-playing game for Nintendo DS, featuring first-person graphics, stats-driven action, and detailed character development. Put forth as homage to RPGs of earlier times, the game offers two distinct presentation styles. In the "Classic" mode, monochrome graphics with wireframe representations revive the look and feel of the computer role-playing games of the 1980s. In the game's "Modern" mode, sharp, colorful graphics update the look to more contemporary DS standards. In either mode, players face an original adventure with merciless challenge, extensive character customization, over 80 enemy types, and three possible endings.