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Game Boy · RPG
Dragon Slayer
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1984) |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Falcom |
| Publisher | Epoch |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| Series | Dragon Slayer |
| ESRB | NOT RATED |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Falcom and published by Epoch, Dragon Slayer arrived on the Game Boy in 1990 as a role-playing game. This Game Boy release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1984.
It came out in the Game Boy's second year on the market. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1990 include DuckTales, The Final Fantasy Legend and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Fall of the Foot Clan. Among the 25 Game Boy RPGs in our database, it ranks #14 by legacy score.
It is part of the Dragon Slayer series. The series also appears on other systems with Legacy of the Wizard (NES) and Lord Monarch (SNES).
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
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 Game Boy 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 Slayer 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 Slayer cheats & codes
6 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | 015AC6FF |
|---|---|
| Max Attack | 01FFC8FF |
| Max Experience | 01FFCAFF |
| Infinite Money | 01FFA8FF |
| Infinite Potions | 0109ABFF |
| One Hit Kills | 005-CBF-E66 |
Dragon Slayer walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Dragon Slayer.
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
Dragon Slayer FAQ
When did Dragon Slayer come out on the Game Boy?
Dragon Slayer was released for the Game Boy in 1990; the original game dates back to 1984.
Who made Dragon Slayer?
It was developed by Falcom and published by Epoch.
Is Dragon Slayer multiplayer?
No. Dragon Slayer is a single-player game.
How long does Dragon Slayer take to play?
As a role-playing game, Dragon Slayer typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Dragon Slayer 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.