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Nintendo Entertainment System · Action-Adventure / RPG
Dragons of Flame
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| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 (originally 1989) |
| Genre | Action-Adventure, RPG |
| Developer | Atelier Double |
| Publisher | Pony Canyon |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Dungeons & Dragons |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Dragons of Flame is an action-adventure game released in 1992 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by Atelier Double and published by Pony Canyon. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1989. It blends action-adventure and RPG elements.
It landed about 7 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1992 include Mega Man 4, Mega Man 5 and Yoshi's Cookie.
It is part of the Dungeons & Dragons series; on the NES you can also try Heroes of the Lance, Pool of Radiance and DragonStrike. The series also appears on other systems with Dungeons & Dragons: Warriors of the Eternal Sun (Genesis) and Eye of the Beholder (SNES). Atelier Double also made The Bard's Tale for the NES.
Dragons of Flame is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
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 Dragons of Flame 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.
Dragons of Flame 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.
Dragons of Flame FAQ
When did Dragons of Flame come out on the NES?
Dragons of Flame was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992; the original game dates back to 1989.
Who made Dragons of Flame?
It was developed by Atelier Double and published by Pony Canyon.
Is Dragons of Flame multiplayer?
No. Dragons of Flame is a single-player game.
How long does Dragons of Flame take to play?
As an action-adventure game, Dragons of Flame typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Dragons of Flame 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.