Ys II Deep cut
Nintendo Entertainment System · RPG
Ys I
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1988 (originally 1987) |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Victor Entertainment |
| Publisher | Nihon Falcom |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| Series | Ys |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 5 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988, Ys I is a role-playing game developed by Victor Entertainment and published by Nihon Falcom. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1987.
It landed about 3 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1988 include Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario Bros. 2 and Final Fantasy II.
It is part of the Ys series; on the NES you can also try Ys II and Ys III: Wanderers from Ys. The series also appears on other systems with Ys I (Master System) and Ys IV: Mask of the Sun (SNES).
Ys I 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 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 Ys I 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.
Ys I cheats & codes
58 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite HP | 0358:FF |
|---|---|
| Set Short Sword | 04FA:0F |
| Set Long Sword | 04FB:0F |
| Set Talwar | 04FC:0F |
| Set Silver Sword | 04FD:0F |
| Set Flame Sword | 04FE:0F |
Ys I 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.
Ys I FAQ
When did Ys I come out on the NES?
Ys I was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1988; the original game dates back to 1987.
Who made Ys I?
It was developed by Victor Entertainment and published by Nihon Falcom.
Is Ys I multiplayer?
No. Ys I is a single-player game.
How long does Ys I take to play?
As a role-playing game, Ys I typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Ys I 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.