Play Dragon Slayer - Eiyuu Densetsu II (Japan) Online

Game Overview

Dragon Slayer - Eiyuu Densetsu II is one of those SNES RPGs that flew under the radar outside Japan, which is a shame because it’s got this weirdly charming mix of old-school dungeon crawling and slightly improved graphics over the first game. You start off picking your party—I went with a balanced crew, but some people swear by stacking mages—and then you’re immediately thrown into this sprawling world where towns feel alive and dungeons are just punishing enough to keep you on your toes.

The combat’s turn-based but snappy, and there’s something satisfying about watching your party slowly go from struggling against basic slimes to taking down dragons without breaking a sweat. The translation’s a bit rough if you’re playing the Japanese version, but the gameplay carries it. If you’re into retro RPGs with a bit of grind and a lot of personality, this one’s worth digging up.