DragonHeart: Fire & Steel

PlayStation · Action / Adventure

DragonHeart: Fire & Steel

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SystemPlayStation
Released1996
GenreAction, Adventure
DeveloperFuncom
PublisherAcclaim
Players1 player
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Released for the PlayStation in 1996, DragonHeart: Fire & Steel is an action game developed by Funcom and published by Acclaim. It blends action and adventure elements.

It came out in the PS1's second year on the market. Other notable PS1 releases from 1996 include Resident Evil, Tomb Raider and Crash Bandicoot.

Funcom also made Speed Freaks for the PS1.

DragonHeart: Fire & Steel is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing DragonHeart: Fire & Steel is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

DragonHeart: Fire & Steel walkthroughs & guides

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Playing PS1 games today

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DragonHeart: Fire & Steel FAQ

When did DragonHeart: Fire & Steel come out on the PS1?

DragonHeart: Fire & Steel was released for the PlayStation in 1996.

Who made DragonHeart: Fire & Steel?

It was developed by Funcom and published by Acclaim.

Is DragonHeart: Fire & Steel multiplayer?

No. DragonHeart: Fire & Steel is a single-player game.

How long does DragonHeart: Fire & Steel take to play?

As an action game, DragonHeart: Fire & Steel typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about DragonHeart: Fire & Steel 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.

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