Dragon Slayer
Sega Saturn · RPG
Dragon Slayer
Deep cut
| System | Sega Saturn |
|---|---|
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Nihon Falcom |
| Publisher | Nihon Falcom |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| Series | Dragon Slayer |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Sega Saturn, Dragon Slayer is a role-playing game developed by Nihon Falcom. This Saturn release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1984.
It is part of the Dragon Slayer series. The series also appears on other systems with Legacy of the Wizard (NES) and Lord Monarch (SNES). Nihon Falcom also made Ys I, Ys II and Asteka II: Templo del Sol for the Saturn.
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 Saturn 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 Dragon Slayer 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.
Dragon Slayer walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Dragon Slayer.
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Playing Saturn games today
Many of the Saturn's best games never left Japan, and original discs can be expensive. Rec0m88 lists Saturn support for players who own their games.
Dragon Slayer FAQ
Who made Dragon Slayer?
It was developed by Nihon Falcom.
Is Dragon Slayer multiplayer?
No. Dragon Slayer is a single-player game.
How long does Dragon Slayer take to play?
As a role-playing game, Dragon Slayer 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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