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Nintendo Entertainment System · RPG

Ultima: Warriors of Destiny

SystemNintendo Entertainment System
Released1993
GenreRPG
DeveloperOrigin Systems
PublisherFCI
Players1 player
CommitmentEpic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by Origin Systems and published by FCI, Ultima: Warriors of Destiny arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1993 as a role-playing game.

It landed about 8 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1993 include Kirby's Adventure, Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers 2 and DuckTales 2.

Origin Systems also made Times of Lore 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: Warriors of Destiny 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: Warriors of Destiny gameplay screenshot on NES
In-game screenshot (NES)

Ultima: Warriors of Destiny cheats & codes

33 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:

Infinite Consumable Items Such As Food And Torches (May Not Be Able To Discard Some Items)SUSTXSVS
A Night At The Wayfarer Inn Is FreeAAEZIPZL

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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: Warriors of Destiny FAQ

When did Ultima: Warriors of Destiny come out on the NES?

Ultima: Warriors of Destiny was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1993.

Who made Ultima: Warriors of Destiny?

It was developed by Origin Systems and published by FCI.

Is Ultima: Warriors of Destiny multiplayer?

No. Ultima: Warriors of Destiny is a single-player game.

How long does Ultima: Warriors of Destiny take to play?

As a role-playing game, Ultima: Warriors of Destiny 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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