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Nintendo Entertainment System · RPG
Ys III: Wanderers from Ys
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| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 (originally 1989) |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Nihon Falcom |
| Publisher | Victor Interactive |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| Series | Ys |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991, Ys III: Wanderers from Ys is a role-playing game developed by Nihon Falcom and published by Victor Interactive. This NES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1989.
It landed about 6 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1991 include Pac-Man, Battletoads and Yoshi.
It is part of the Ys series; on the NES you can also try Ys I and Ys II. The series also appears on other systems with Ys I (Master System) and Ys IV: Mask of the Sun (SNES). Nihon Falcom also made Legacy of the Wizard, Asteka II: Templo del Sol and Romancia for the NES.
Ys III: Wanderers from Ys 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 III: Wanderers from Ys 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 III: Wanderers from Ys cheats & codes
13 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Invincible | 050C:14 |
|---|---|
| Max Strength | 0503:FF |
| Max Defense | 0504:FF |
| Lots Of Money | 0506:FF |
| Quick Exp Gain Per Kill | 0508:FF |
| Infinite Energy | 0501:FF |
Ys III: Wanderers from Ys 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 III: Wanderers from Ys FAQ
When did Ys III: Wanderers from Ys come out on the NES?
Ys III: Wanderers from Ys was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1991; the original game dates back to 1989.
Who made Ys III: Wanderers from Ys?
It was developed by Nihon Falcom and published by Victor Interactive.
Is Ys III: Wanderers from Ys multiplayer?
No. Ys III: Wanderers from Ys is a single-player game.
How long does Ys III: Wanderers from Ys take to play?
As a role-playing game, Ys III: Wanderers from Ys 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 III: Wanderers from Ys 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.