Final Fantasy Classic
Nintendo Entertainment System · RPG
Destiny of an Emperor
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Capcom |
| Publisher | Capcom |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 8 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990, Destiny of an Emperor is a role-playing game developed by Capcom.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3. Among the 63 NES RPGs in our database, it ranks #12 by legacy score.
Capcom also made Mega Man, Mega Man 2 and Mega Man 3 for the NES.
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)
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 Destiny of an Emperor 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.
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Destiny of an Emperor walkthroughs & guides
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Destiny of an Emperor FAQ
When did Destiny of an Emperor come out on the NES?
Destiny of an Emperor was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Destiny of an Emperor?
It was developed by Capcom.
Is Destiny of an Emperor multiplayer?
No. Destiny of an Emperor is a single-player game.
How long does Destiny of an Emperor take to play?
As a role-playing game, Destiny of an Emperor 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 Destiny of an Emperor 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.