The Legend of Prince Valiant Game Boy box art

Game Boy · Strategy

The Legend of Prince Valiant

SystemGame Boy
Released1992
GenreStrategy
DeveloperSculptured Software
PublisherOcean
Players1–2 players
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut

The Legend of Prince Valiant is a strategy game released in 1992 for the Game Boy, developed by Sculptured Software and published by Ocean.

It landed about 3 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1992 include Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins, Kirby's Dream Land and Mega Man III.

Sculptured Software also made WWF Superstars 2, Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back and Kingdom Crusade for the Game Boy.

The Legend of Prince Valiant supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want quick action without planning ahead

What playing The Legend of Prince Valiant is like

Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.

Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.

The Legend of Prince Valiant gameplay screenshot on Game Boy
In-game screenshot (Game Boy)

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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.

The Legend of Prince Valiant FAQ

When did The Legend of Prince Valiant come out on the Game Boy?

The Legend of Prince Valiant was released for the Game Boy in 1992.

Who made The Legend of Prince Valiant?

It was developed by Sculptured Software and published by Ocean.

Is The Legend of Prince Valiant multiplayer?

Yes. The Legend of Prince Valiant supports up to 2 players.

How long does The Legend of Prince Valiant take to play?

As a strategy game, The Legend of Prince Valiant typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

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