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Al-Qadim: The Genie's Curse is an action role-playing game released in 1994 for MS-DOS. Developed by Cyberlore Studios and published by Strategic Simulations, Inc., the game is set within the Al-Qadim campaign setting of the Advanced Dungeons & Dragons tabletop role-playing system. Players assume the role of a young noble who leaves a life of comfort to train as a corsair, embarking on a personal quest that intertwines with a larger adventure.

The player controls the protagonist from a third-person perspective, navigating through a world divided between friendly settlements and hazardous dungeons. In towns and other safe areas, interaction with non-player characters is a key activity, involving dialogue choices that can influence the narrative and the hero's moral standing. The core progression involves exploring these dungeons, where the gameplay shifts to real-time combat against various enemies. Players can engage foes using melee weapons, a slingshot for ranged attacks, or a selection of magic spells, with the combat system requiring direct control of movement and attacks.

Defeating enemies grants experience points, which contribute toward gaining character levels. Upon leveling up, the player can allocate points to improve the protagonist's core statistics, such as strength or dexterity. Character advancement is also supported by finding special items and undertaking specific training sessions, which can provide permanent enhancements to combat abilities. The journey is structured around completing quests and overcoming dungeon challenges, ultimately driving the character toward the goal of becoming a recognized corsair.