Dragon Quest Classic
Nintendo Entertainment System · RPG
Dragon Quest II
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 (originally 1987) |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Enix |
| Publisher | Enix |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| Series | Dragon Quest |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 6 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990, Dragon Quest II is a role-playing game developed by Enix. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Dragon Warrior II. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1987.
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 #20 by legacy score.
It is part of the Dragon Quest series; on the NES you can also try Dragon Quest, Dragon Quest III and Dragon Quest IV. The series also appears on other systems with Dragon Quest IX (DS) and Dragon Quest VI (SNES). Enix also made Just Breed 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 Dragon Quest 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 Quest II cheats & codes
279 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Skip Battles | EPLANE |
|---|---|
| When In Rhone (The Last Area), Fight A Battle And Rise To The Highest Level After The Battle | UPYOUS |
| Awesome Experience Points From Enemies! | NAZUGV |
| Awesome Experience Points From Enemies! | YAZUGV |
| Weird Music In Some Areas | ZPGAZX |
| Your Name Is Used A Lot | ENGLIS |
Dragon Quest II 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 Quest II FAQ
When did Dragon Quest II come out on the NES?
Dragon Quest II was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990; the original game dates back to 1987.
Who made Dragon Quest II?
It was developed by Enix.
Is Dragon Quest II multiplayer?
No. Dragon Quest II is a single-player game.
How long does Dragon Quest II take to play?
As a role-playing game, Dragon Quest II 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 Quest II 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.