I couldn't finish Sacred Underworld either, and it's a shame because the graphics and storyline are both fantastic. I finally gave up in the druid area with my mage, and in the pirate cave area with my demon.
The respawning was what did me in. Hopefully their next game will be better, if they do one.
Jean
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Playing "World of Warcraft", "Oblivion",and "Silent Hill 2"