Final Fantasy Classic
Nintendo Entertainment System · RPG
Ultima: Quest of the Avatar
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | FCI |
| Publisher | FCI |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Ultima: Quest of the Avatar is a role-playing game released in 1990 for the Nintendo Entertainment System, developed by FCI.
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.
FCI also made Hydlide and Ultima: Exodus 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)
- you've played the NES hits and want something less obvious
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 Ultima: Quest of the Avatar 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.
Ultima: Quest of the Avatar cheats & codes
938 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With 8336 Gold Pieces Instead of 400 | AZKPTIPA |
|---|---|
| Start With 4240 Gold Pieces | APKPTIPA |
| Start With 144 Gold Pieces (For Experts) | AAKPTIPA |
| Mage Starts With 712 Hit Points Instead of 200 | ZEVPTIAA |
| Mage Starts With 381 Experience Points Instead of 125 | PAOPTTAA |
| Mage Starts With Strength of 32 Instead of 16 | AXNOIIAP |
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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.
Ultima: Quest of the Avatar FAQ
When did Ultima: Quest of the Avatar come out on the NES?
Ultima: Quest of the Avatar was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Ultima: Quest of the Avatar?
It was developed by FCI.
Is Ultima: Quest of the Avatar multiplayer?
No. Ultima: Quest of the Avatar is a single-player game.
How long does Ultima: Quest of the Avatar take to play?
As a role-playing game, Ultima: Quest of the Avatar typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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