Dragon Breed C64 box art

Commodore 64 · Action

Dragon Breed

Deep cut

SystemCommodore 64
GenreAction
DeveloperIrem
PublisherIrem
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Developed by Irem, Dragon Breed arrived on the Commodore 64 as an action game.

Irem also made Kung-Fu Master, Moon Patrol and Mr. Heli for the C64.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the C64 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Dragon Breed is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Dragon Breed gameplay screenshot on C64
In-game screenshot (C64)

Dragon Breed walkthroughs & guides

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Playing C64 games today

C64 games loaded from cassette or floppy disk, and many reward patience and practice. The THEC64 reissues make original-style play easy on modern TVs, and Rec0m88 supports the C64 if you own your games.

Dragon Breed FAQ

Who made Dragon Breed?

It was developed by Irem.

How long does Dragon Breed take to play?

As an action game, Dragon Breed typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Dragon Breed on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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