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Nintendo Entertainment System · Shoot 'em Up / Shooter
DragonStrike
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up, Shooter |
| Developer | Westwood Studios |
| Publisher | FCI |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Dungeons & Dragons |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992, DragonStrike is a shoot 'em up developed by Westwood Studios and published by FCI. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Advanced Dungeons & Dragons: DragonStrike. It blends shoot 'em up and shooter 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 Dragons of Flame. The series also appears on other systems with Dungeons & Dragons: Warriors of the Eternal Sun (Genesis) and Eye of the Beholder (SNES).
DragonStrike supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing DragonStrike is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
DragonStrike walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for DragonStrike.
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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.
DragonStrike FAQ
When did DragonStrike come out on the NES?
DragonStrike was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1992.
Who made DragonStrike?
It was developed by Westwood Studios and published by FCI.
Is DragonStrike multiplayer?
Yes. DragonStrike supports up to 2 players.
How long does DragonStrike take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, DragonStrike typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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