# Dragon Warrior Monsters: Terry's Wonderland (Game Boy Color) Introduction ## Overview *Dragon Warrior Monsters: Terry's Wonderland*, released on September 25, 1998, for the Game Boy Color by Enix and developed by TOSE, is the first in the *Dragon Quest Monsters* series, known as *Dragon Quest Monsters: Terry no Wonderland* in Japan. Young Terry must rescue his kidnapped sister Milly by becoming a Monster Master in the Kingdom of GreatTree and winning the Starry Night Tournament (*Wikipedia*). Featuring Akira Toriyama’s art and Koichi Sugiyama’s music, it offers a monster-collecting RPG with a deep breeding system (*GameFAQs*). Praised for its addictive gameplay (*IGN*: 8/10), its repetitive battles were noted (*GameSpot*: 7.5/10). ## Why Play Dragon Warrior Monsters? *Dragon Warrior Monsters: Terry's Wonderland* delivers a captivating monster-collecting RPG. Players control Terry, exploring the GreatTree and Traveler’s Gates (randomized dungeons), recruiting and breeding 215 monsters like Slimes and Dragons in turn-based combat (*GameFAQs*). Use meat to scout monsters or breed them for stronger offspring, storing extras at the Farm (*dragon-quest.org*). The adventure spans 15-25 hours, with battles lasting 1-3 minutes. Its colorful GBC visuals and engaging mechanics appeal to *Dragon Warrior III* 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 - Collect and breed 215 monsters in a 15-25 hour adventure - Turn-based combat with Slimes, Dragons, and more - Breed monsters for stronger offspring with unique skills - Explore randomized dungeons via Traveler’s Gates - Vibrant 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 (1998/2000)**: Color visuals, 215 monsters, English release (*Wikipedia*). - **Compared to Dragon Warrior III (2000, GBC)**: *DWM* focuses on monster collecting; *DWIII* is a traditional RPG with class system (*GameFAQs*). - **Compared to Super Robot Taisen Compact 3 (2003, WonderSwan Color)**: *DWM* is monster-collecting RPG; *Compact 3* is tactical (*Sega-16*). - **Compared to Need for Speed: Underground 2 (2004)**: Monster RPG vs. open-world racing (*GameSpot*). - **Compared to Captain Tsubasa V (1994, SNES)**: Monster RPG vs. soccer RPG (*Wikipedia*). - **Re-releases**: PlayStation (2002, as *DQM 1+2*), 3DS (2012, *Terry’s Wonderland 3D*), iOS/Android (2018, *SP*), Switch (2019, *Retro*) (*dragon-quest.org*). ## Play Dragon Warrior Monsters Online Play *Dragon Warrior Monsters: Terry's Wonderland* (1998, GBC) instantly on Classic Joy Games with GBC emulators. Also available on RetroGames.cz, EmulatorGames.net, OldGameShelf.com (4.6/5 from 45 votes), or *cdromance.org*. Physical copies cost $15-$50 (cart) or $60-$150 (CIB) on eBay (*PriceCharting*). Use VisualBoyAdvance or mGBA. Strategy: Scout Slime early; breed for King Slime near mid-game. Cheat: Enter “MONSTER” at name entry for boosted stats (*GameFAQs*). Note: Some emulators may glitch during breeding animations (*vizzed.com*). Join Classic Joy Games and win the Starry Night Tournament now!