# Dragon Warrior I & II (Game Boy Color) Introduction ## Overview *Dragon Warrior I & II*, released on December 18, 1999, for the Game Boy Color by Enix and developed by TOSE, is a remake compilation of *Dragon Quest* (1986) and *Dragon Quest II* (1987) from the Famicom. In *Dragon Warrior I*, the Hero defeats the Dragonlord to save Princess Gwaelin. In *Dragon Warrior II*, the Prince of Midenhall, Princess of Moonbrooke, and Prince of Cannock stop Hargon (*Wikipedia*). With updated visuals, refined mechanics, and Koichi Sugiyama’s music, it retains Akira Toriyama’s art (*GameFAQs*). Praised for portability (*IGN*: 8/10), grinding was noted (*GameSpot*: 7.5/10). ## Why Play Dragon Warrior I & II? *Dragon Warrior I & II* delivers two foundational RPGs with GBC enhancements. In *Dragon Warrior I*, players control the Hero solo, exploring Alefgard’s overworld, dungeons, and towns, battling Slimes and Drackees in turn-based combat (*GameFAQs*). *Dragon Warrior II* expands with a three-character party, fighting Metal Babbles. Gold and experience points fund gear (e.g., Thunderbolt Blade) and spells like Healmore (*dragon-quest.org*). Each game spans 10-20 hours, with battles taking 1-3 minutes. Their colorful visuals appeal to *Dragon Quest VI* and *Super Robot Taisen Compact 3* fans, distinct from *Need for Speed: Underground 2*’s racing or *Captain Tsubasa V*’s sports RPG (*@RetroGamingX*). ## Key Features - Two RPGs: *Dragon Warrior I* (10-15 hours), *II* (15-20 hours) - Turn-based combat with iconic monsters (e.g., Slimes) - Upgrade gear and spells in towns - Battle Dragonlord (*I*) and Hargon (*II*) - Enhanced GBC visuals and Koichi Sugiyama soundtrack - Authentic Game Boy Color gameplay on our retro ROM platform ## Key Differences: Game Boy Color vs. Other Versions - **Game Boy Color (1999/2000)**: Color visuals, refined mechanics, dual-game cart (*Wikipedia*). - **Compared to Dragon Quest (1986)/II (1987, Famicom)**: GBC adds color, streamlined menus; Famicom is 8-bit (*GameFAQs*). - **Compared to Super Robot Taisen Compact 3 (2003, WonderSwan Color)**: *DW I & II* are solo RPGs; *Compact 3* is tactical (*Sega-16*). - **Compared to Need for Speed: Underground 2 (2004)**: RPG vs. open-world racing (*GameSpot*). - **Compared to Captain Tsubasa V (1994, SNES)**: Fantasy RPG vs. soccer RPG (*Wikipedia*). - **Re-releases**: iOS/Android (2014, separate), Switch (2019, as *DQ I & II*) (*dragon-quest.org*). ## Play Dragon Warrior I & II Online Play *Dragon Warrior I & II* (1999, GBC) instantly on Classic Joy Games with GBC emulators. Also available on RetroGames.cz, EmulatorGames.net, OldGameShelf.com (4.5/5 from 35 votes), or *cdromance.org*. Physical copies cost $20-$60 (cart) or $70-$180 (CIB) on eBay (*PriceCharting*). Use VisualBoyAdvance or mGBA. Strategy: For *I*, grind near Tantegel; for *II*, target Metal Babbles near Rhone. Cheat: For *I*, enter “zgyuwqopjtxvxv”; for *II*, enter “yukfwadwsb” at name entry for high stats (*GameFAQs*). Note: Some emulators may glitch during Hargon’s castle (*vizzed.com*). Join Classic Joy Games and save Alefgard now!