Summary
- Release Year: 1985
- Genres: Fighting, Hack and slash/Beat ’em up
- Platforms: SG-1000
- Developers: Sega Enterprises, Ltd.
- Publishers: Sega Enterprises, Ltd.
Dragon Wang (1985): A Kung-Fu Classic for the SG-1000
Released in 1985, Dragon Wang (ドラゴン・ワン) is an action game for the SG-1000, a home video game console released by Sega in Japan. The game is inspired by the arcade classic Kung-Fu Master, and shares many similarities with that game.
The player controls Wang (Chinese for “King”), a Kung-Fu master who must fight his way through four stages of enemies. Wang can punch, kick, and jump, and he can also use a variety of special moves, such as a flying kick and a spinning backfist.
The enemies in Dragon Wang are varied and challenging. They include ninjas, samurai, and even giant bosses. Each enemy has its own unique attack patterns, and Wang must learn how to defeat them all.
The first stage of Dragon Wang takes place in a forest. Wang must fight his way through a group of ninjas, and then defeat a giant spider boss. The second stage takes place in a cave, where Wang must fight his way through a group of samurai, and then defeat a giant bat boss. The third stage takes place in a castle, where Wang must fight his way through a group of knights, and then defeat a giant dragon boss. The fourth and final stage takes place on a rooftop, where Wang must fight his way through a group of ninjas, and then defeat the final boss, a giant demon.
Dragon Wang is a challenging but rewarding game. It is a great choice for fans of Kung-Fu Master and other classic arcade games.
Gameplay
Dragon Wang is a side-scrolling beat ’em up game. The player controls Wang, who must fight his way through four stages of enemies. Wang can punch, kick, and jump, and he can also use a variety of special moves, such as a flying kick and a spinning backfist.
The enemies in Dragon Wang are varied and challenging. They include ninjas, samurai, and even giant bosses. Each enemy has its own unique attack patterns, and Wang must learn how to defeat them all.
The game is played using a joystick and two buttons. The joystick is used to move Wang around the screen, and the buttons are used to attack and jump. Wang can also use a variety of special moves, which are performed by pressing certain combinations of buttons.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Dragon Wang are simple but effective. The characters and backgrounds are all well-drawn, and the game runs smoothly. The sound effects are also well-done, and they add to the overall atmosphere of the game.
Difficulty
Dragon Wang is a challenging game. The enemies are tough, and the levels are long. However, the game is also fair, and it is possible to beat it with practice.
Overall
Dragon Wang is a great Kung-Fu game for the SG-1000. It is challenging but rewarding, and it features great graphics and sound. If you are a fan of Kung-Fu Master or other classic arcade games, then you should definitely check out Dragon Wang.
Legacy
Dragon Wang was a popular game in Japan, and it helped to establish the SG-1000 as a viable home video game console. The game was also released in Europe and North America, but it was not as successful in those regions.
Dragon Wang has been praised for its challenging gameplay, its varied enemies, and its great graphics and sound. The game has been included in several compilations of classic Sega games, and it is still enjoyed by retro gamers today.
Dragon Wang is also notable for being the prequel to Kung Fu Kid, a Kung-Fu game for the Sega Master System. Kung Fu Kid features many of the same characters and gameplay elements as Dragon Wang, but it is set in a different time period and location.
Review Score
7/10
