Advanced Dungeons & Dragons - Dragons of Flame (Japan)

In Advanced Dungeons & Dragons - Dragons of Flame for the NES, players embark on a side-scrolling action-RPG adventure set within the D&D Dragonlance universe. The game serves as a direct sequel to Heroes of the Lance, continuing the saga of the Heroes of the Lance in their ongoing struggle against the Dragon Queen Takhisis and her legions.

Gameplay primarily unfolds as a side-scrolling experience, where players control a party of up to six characters. You can switch between party members at any time to leverage their distinct abilities: fighters can engage in powerful melee combat, magic-users cast offensive or supportive spells, clerics possess healing and protective magic, and thieves can unlock doors or disarm traps. Each character has their own stats for health, mana (for spells), and combat proficiency.

Combat occurs in real-time as you navigate through the levels. Enemies appear from both sides, and players must utilize physical attacks or magical abilities to defeat them. While combat is real-time, players can pause the action to access their inventory, use healing items, or select spells. Resource management, such as health potions and magic points, is crucial for survival.

Beyond combat, the game also features elements of exploration and light puzzle-solving. Players need to find their way through environments, occasionally interacting with non-player characters (NPCs) to gather information or receive quests. The primary objective is to survive through various stages, defeat boss encounters, and progress deeper into the narrative to confront the Dragon Queen.

Advanced Dungeons & Dragons - Dragons of Flame offers a unique D&D experience on the NES, blending traditional RPG elements with fast-paced action gameplay.