TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Shoot 'em Up
Dragon Saber
Deep cut
| System | TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 (originally 1990) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Namco |
| Publisher | Namco |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Dragon Spirit |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1991, Dragon Saber is a shoot 'em up developed by Namco. This TurboGrafx-16 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1990.
It landed about 2 years into the TurboGrafx-16's life. Other notable TurboGrafx-16 releases from 1991 include Turrican, Raiden and Columns.
It is part of the Dragon Spirit series; on the TurboGrafx-16 you can also try Dragon Spirit. The series also appears on other systems with Dragon Spirit: The New Legend (NES) and Dragon Spirit (C64). Namco also made Pac-Land, Valkyrie no Densetsu and Ordyne for the TurboGrafx-16.
Dragon Saber supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the TurboGrafx-16 hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing Dragon Saber is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
Dragon Saber cheats & codes
4 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:
| Infinite Energy | 1f17bd:03 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Lives | 1f17fd:03 |
| Invincibility | 1f151c:02 |
| Infinite Credits | 1f17ff:09 |
Dragon Saber walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Dragon Saber.
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Playing TurboGrafx-16 games today
The TurboGrafx library is a shmup fan's dream and full of games most Western players never tried. The TurboGrafx-16 Mini and Nintendo Switch Online have brought many of them back.
Dragon Saber FAQ
When did Dragon Saber come out on the TurboGrafx-16?
Dragon Saber was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1991; the original game dates back to 1990.
Who made Dragon Saber?
It was developed by Namco.
Is Dragon Saber multiplayer?
Yes. Dragon Saber supports up to 2 players.
How long does Dragon Saber take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, Dragon Saber typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Dragon Saber 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.