Gift of Parthax is a top-down 2D action-arena game where you engage in wizardry war against monsters and myths, and sometimes against other wizards too. The game focuses on spell-casting and the mystic arts to aid you in gladiatorial combat instead of the typical sword and shield. The playable character goes by the name of Arif (dont ask me how to pronounce that) who is forced to fight for his freedom, thanks to the dastardly Parthax. Not only that, but Arif must also find a way to save his friend, Veleus, who was cursed with an illness by the titular character. With only his smarts and mystical prowess to back him up, Arif must brave the mythical creatures that are also fighting for their own freedom.
Source: N4G PC Gift of Parthax review – ChristCenteredGamer