• Released in 1985 by Namco. Clovis travels through dungeons to rescue Princess Celia from dragons.
• Features a map to choose routes and side-scrolling dungeons with a Vitality system and bosses.
• Combat includes swordplay and magic. It is famously known for being the first game with a double jump.
• In international FC versions, the "Yellow Jewel" is renamed "Red Jewel", unlike the Japanese version.
• Praised for exhilarating action and iconic BGM, with complex skills like the "Kabutowari" thrust.
• High difficulty is a mixed point. Routing and mapping are essential for navigating complex dungeons.
• Arcade controls are tough on 4-way sticks. Enemies and dungeon layouts often feel repetitive.
• Spawned sequels like Dragon Buster II and Dragon Valor, plus a mini-game in Tales of the Abyss.
• The title was almost "Dragon Quest". Clovis's unique pose was a trick to save memory.
• A "timeless masterpiece" that blended action and RPG elements, influencing many future platformers.
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