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Dragon Power
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, Adventure |
| Developer | TOSE |
| Publisher | Bandai |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Dragon Ball |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 8 |
Dragon Power is an action-adventure game released in 1988 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by TOSE and published by Bandai. It blends action-adventure and adventure elements.
It landed about 3 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1988 include Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario Bros. 2 and Final Fantasy II.
It is part of the Dragon Ball series. The series also appears on other systems with Dragon Ball: Advanced Adventure (GBA) and Dragon Ball Kai: Ultimate Butoden (DS). TOSE also made Chubby Cherub, Dragon Ball Z Side Story: Plan to Eradicate the Saiyans and Bases Loaded 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 a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
Maybe skip it if…
- you want a game you can finish in one short session
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Dragon Power is like
Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.
Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.
Dragon Power cheats & codes
11 codes on file (Game Genie, Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With Infinite Energy | SZVOSZVG |
|---|---|
| Start With Extra Energy | EAXAILGT |
| Start With 24 Wind Waves | KAOETLSA |
Dragon Power 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.
Dragon Power FAQ
When did Dragon Power come out on the NES?
Dragon Power was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988.
Who made Dragon Power?
It was developed by TOSE and published by Bandai.
Is Dragon Power multiplayer?
No. Dragon Power is a single-player game.
How long does Dragon Power take to play?
As an action-adventure game, Dragon Power 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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