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King of Dragons hits different when it boots instantly in your browser. Released in 1994 on the Super Nintendo, this retro classic from Capcom is ready the second you press start — no downloads, no setup.
It features a level advancement system, allowing character attributes to be upgraded as players progress through the game. It follows players as they control characters through the kingdom of Malus to defeat monsters led by the dragon Gildiss.
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| Action | Keyboard | Controller |
|---|---|---|
| D-Pad Up | ↑ | D-Pad up |
| D-Pad Down | ↓ | D-Pad down |
| D-Pad Left | ← | D-Pad left |
| D-Pad Right | → | D-Pad right |
| B (bottom) | X | Bottom face |
| A (right) | Z | Right face |
| Y (left) | S | Left face |
| X (top) | A | Top face |
| L | Q | Left shoulder |
| R | E | Right shoulder |
| Start | Enter | Start |
| Select | V | Select |
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The Story Behind King of Dragons
It reduces the number of simultaneous players down to two and the characters are smaller. is a 1991 beat 'em up game developed and published by Capcom for arcades. The game received a 21.6/30 score in a readers' poll conducted by Super Famicom Magazine.
It follows players as they control characters through the kingdom of Malus to defeat monsters led by the dragon Gildiss. The game's music was composed by Yoko Shimomura. The King of Dragons was ported to the Super NES in 1994.
How King of Dragons Plays
With each level, the character's health bar increases, other attributes such as range improve, and the character also becomes invulnerable for a few seconds. The Cleric has great defense, decent magic (with the ability to heal his comrades) and melee attacks but bad agility. The five playable heroes each have their own traits and fighting skills in the game.
Along the way, different weapon and armor upgrades for each character may also be picked up. This is one of the many Capcom games to feature the yashichi power-up item (a "boost power-up" icon resembling a shuriken). The Fighter is good with melee attacks and defense but lacks magical ability.
Why Players Still Load It Up
Gamest gave The King of Dragons multiple awards at the fifth annual "Gamest Awards", placing 2nd in the "Best Action Award", 9th in the "Best Production Award", 8th in the "Best Graphics Award", and 19th in the "Annual Hit Game". It follows players as they control characters through the kingdom of Malus to defeat monsters led by the dragon Gildiss. It is also part of two compilations for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and Windows: Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle (2018) and Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium (2022).
The game received a 21.6/30 score in a readers' poll conducted by Super Famicom Magazine. It reduces the number of simultaneous players down to two and the characters are smaller. The arcade version is part of Capcom Classics Collection Vol.
King of Dragons — Frequently Asked Questions
What console was King of Dragons released on?
Capcom shipped King of Dragons for the Super Nintendo back in 1991, and this page runs that release.
Can I save my progress in King of Dragons?
Yes. Create a free account and the player unlocks save states — snapshot your progress at any moment and resume later on any device.
How many players does King of Dragons support?
This browser version of King of Dragons handles 1 player(s).
Can I play King of Dragons online for free?
Yes — King of Dragons runs directly in your browser on this page. There is nothing to download or install; the game boots in the player above.