Dragon Warrior I & II GBC box art

Game Boy Color · RPG

Dragon Warrior I & II

SystemGame Boy Color
Released2000
GenreRPG
DeveloperEnix
PublisherEnix
Players1 player
CommitmentEpic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
ESRBE
LegacyDeep cut

Dragon Warrior I & II is a role-playing game released in 2000 for the Game Boy Color, developed by Enix.

It landed about 2 years into the GBC's life. Other notable GBC releases from 2000 include Wario Land 3, Super Mario Bros. Deluxe and Grand Theft Auto 2.

Enix also made Dragon Warrior Monsters, Dragon Warrior III and Dragon Warrior Monsters 2: Cobi's Journey for the GBC.

Dragon Warrior I & II is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to get lost in a long quest
  • you have time for an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
  • you've played the GBC hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
  • you are looking for something to play with friends
  • you only have a few minutes at a time

What playing Dragon Warrior I & II is like

Role-playing games trade reflexes for strategy and story. You build a party, level up, manage equipment and travel across a large world, usually through menu-based battles.

Tip for newcomers: Retro RPGs can require some level grinding and rarely tell you exactly where to go next. Talk to every townsperson, save often and use a guide if you get stuck: there is no shame in it.

Dragon Warrior I & II gameplay screenshot on GBC
In-game screenshot (GBC)

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Playing GBC games today

GBC games are compact and colorful, and many are available on Nintendo Switch Online. Cartridges also play on the Game Boy Advance.

Dragon Warrior I & II FAQ

When did Dragon Warrior I & II come out on the GBC?

Dragon Warrior I & II was released for the Game Boy Color in 2000.

Who made Dragon Warrior I & II?

It was developed by Enix.

Is Dragon Warrior I & II multiplayer?

No. Dragon Warrior I & II is a single-player game.

How long does Dragon Warrior I & II take to play?

As a role-playing game, Dragon Warrior I & II typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

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