Nintendo Entertainment System · Action / Shoot 'em Up
Dragon Spirit: The New Legend
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Action, Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Now Production |
| Publisher | Bandai |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Dragon Spirit |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Developed by Now Production and published by Bandai, Dragon Spirit: The New Legend arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990 as an action game. It blends action and shoot 'em up elements.
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.
It is part of the Dragon Spirit series. The series also appears on other systems with Dragon Spirit (TurboGrafx-16) and Dragon Spirit (C64). Now Production also made Adventure Island II, Jackie Chan's Action Kung Fu and Yo! Noid for the NES.
Dragon Spirit: The New Legend is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Dragon Spirit: The New Legend is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Dragon Spirit: The New Legend cheats & codes
31 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Life Immediately Drains | EPZXLU |
|---|---|
| Infinite Health | OZVZOZVG |
| Always Blue Dragon | KXOIKAKA |
| Always Gold Dragon | VEOIKAKA |
| Any Weapon Power Up Makes You Green Or White Dragon | VEUZNGSA |
| Any Weapon Power Up Gives You Earthquake Attack But You Keep Regular Weapon | SOUZNGSA |
Dragon Spirit: The New Legend 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 Spirit: The New Legend FAQ
When did Dragon Spirit: The New Legend come out on the NES?
Dragon Spirit: The New Legend was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Dragon Spirit: The New Legend?
It was developed by Now Production and published by Bandai.
Is Dragon Spirit: The New Legend multiplayer?
No. Dragon Spirit: The New Legend is a single-player game.
How long does Dragon Spirit: The New Legend take to play?
As an action game, Dragon Spirit: The New Legend typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Dragon Spirit: The New Legend 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.