DragonHeart
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(GameBoy - PAL, Action & Adventure)
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Developed_By:
Torus Games
Published_By:
Acclaim
Released On:
01 Jan 1996
Dragonheart is based on the 1996 fantasy film of the same name. The player controls Bowen the dragon slayer, through eight levels fighting many dragons and encountering characters from the film, such as Gilbert, Kara and King Einon. The exploration is presented in a 1st-person-view and the battles are presented in a side-scrolling view. The player can get information about the current quest from peasants that are found in the many villages and houses throughout the game. The battles resort only to two buttons, one to attack and other to defend.
The gameplay is simple yet challenging. The player must navigate through levels while avoiding obstacles and fighting off enemies. The combat system relies on timing-based attacks and defensive maneuvers, which can be tricky to master. However, with practice, the player can become a skilled dragon slayer and overcome the challenges of each level.
UPC-A:
3455195105813 (Europe)
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
This is a fantasy action-adventure game where players embody Sir Bowen, a knight sworn to slay dragons. The premise involves Bowen's quest for revenge against dragons, specifically Draco, whom he blames for corrupting Prince Einon. Players will engage in combat and exploration to fulfill this dragon-slaying mission.
Story
A Knight is Sworn to Valor
You are about to embark on a strange and wonderful adventure, full of danger and mystery.
As Sir Bowen, you have earned a widely held reputation as a master of combat, as the foremost upholder of the Old Code of chivalry. It was once your hard duty to serve the harsh King Freye.
Your foremost undertaking was the military training of his son, the young Prince Einon, a seemingly worthy pupil, who perhaps had the makings of a brave and honorable regent.
Until the cursed day that the noble Prince was slain, and his grieving mother Queen Aislinn took his broken body to the lair of a dragon called Draco. For Draco did so love and honor the Queen that he gladly split his own heart in two, planting one half in the cold breast of Einon. The Prince's life was restored!
But the jubilation you felt was short lived, Bowen, for with renewed life, a new, cruel Prince arose. Einon was evil!
How to Play
Loading the Game
1. Make sure the power switch is OFF.
2. Insert the DragonHeart™ Game Pak as described in your NINTENDO GAME BOY® instruction manual.
3. Turn the power switch ON.
Title Screen
When the DragonHeart™ title screen appears, press START. A main menu will appear.
If no button is pressed, an introductory story will begin. You may bypass the story and return to the title screen by pressing the START BUTTON.
Main Menu
The MAIN MENU features three choices. To select any choice, move the Sword cursor with the CONTROL PAD. Press the START BUTTON to toggle settings, go to the password screen or begin game play.
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NEW GAME: Starts the adventure!
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PASSWORD: Select this to enter a password and begin gameplay at the level associated with a particular password (see Passwords on page 12).
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MUSIC: Choose to play with Music on or off.
The Sword Pointer
Press the SELECT BUTTON to toggle the Sword Pointer or Cursor On or Off. When on, pointing the cursor at an object and pressing the A BUTTON may yield new experiences: people with information to share, opening and closing doors, anything is possible.
Also used to open and view inventory and map during gameplay.
Compass
At the bottom center of your frame is a compass which will change with your orientation. Use it to keep track of your progress, and your position. Sometimes you'll get clues which mention a direction.
Inventory
There are many items to collect on your journey. To bring up the inventory screen, point to INV with the Sword Pointer, then press the A BUTTON and toggle through items.
The items in your inventory will automatically be used at the appropriate time. Pressing the START BUTTON will return you to the game.
Map - Entering and Exiting Areas
Once you've collected the map pick-up for your inventory, a touch of your sword pointer will open a map which lets you see where you currently are, and the general lay of the land.
Throughout the kingdom, you will encounter many areas such as woods and villages which hold valuable resources such as inventory items, people to converse with, etc.
Some areas require you to have a particular item in your inventory to enter. To enter other areas, simply approach them. You may enter specific buildings and other sites by moving the Sword pointer to them and pressing the A BUTTON.
Exiting areas is similar: you may need to find a certain item before you can exit, or you may merely need to place the Sword pointer at an appropriate spot and press the A BUTTON. You have much to discover!
Conversations
Throughout your adventure, you'll encounter all manner of folk, fair and foul. Engaging them in conversation may give you the chance to exchange items such as food and money.
Depending on your approach, you may help or hinder your cause. Pay heed to the choices that you're blessed with, and to the answers you receive, for therein lie the clues that will lead you to your ultimate adventure!
To select one of the possible responses, press UP or DOWN on the CONTROL PAD to high-light the desired response. Press the A BUTTON to use that response.
You can engage in a conversation by either walking up to someone or, in some situations, by moving the sword pointer to them and pressing the A BUTTON.
Passwords
After completing certain tasks/adventures, you will be rewarded with a password, which will allow you to resume gameplay at a later time without having to repeat these tasks. Write these down in the NOTES section at the back of this booklet.
To enter a password, press LEFT or RIGHT on the CONTROL PAD to change the currently selected letter tile, and the A BUTTON to enter it. When your password is complete, you will automatically begin your adventure.
Controls
A + LEFT
shear left
A + RIGHT
shear right
UP + A or B
HIGH attack or block
DOWN + A or B
LOW attack or block
Tips & Maps
Watch the Energy Meters
Both you and your opponent have an energy meter when engaged in combat. When it's empty, the life force is drained, and either your enemy is vanquished, or your quest is ended.
Use a variety of fighting styles
Don't fight all foes with the same tactics.
Keep your weapons in top shape
Ensure blades are honed and other weapons are well-maintained.
Enemies & Characters
EINON
Your once-beloved master is now a hated tyrant. Will you have to destroy the man you once swore to protect?
DRACO
The dreadful dragon you have sworn to slay. Ah, but first you must find him...
QUEEN AISLINN
The gentle dignity and goodness of the Queen is unquestioned, but how can she reconcile a mother's love for a tyrant son with her compassion for her people?
KARA
A reign of oppression may breed rebellion in unexpected places...
BROTHER GILBERT
This gentle friar is eager to sing your praises. Will he find you worthy?
BROK
A fearsome foe, Brok is an accomplished veteran of many a battle, and always eager for more. His desire for glory may prove his undoing...
FELTON
The King's tax collector, he is ruthless and cunning...
VILLAGERS
The peasants are a mixed lot-don't make the mistake of approaching them all in the same manner. Some are ready to rebel against the tyranny of King Einon...
GUARDS
Einon's armed troops are found everywhere. They are like any occupying force-some cunning, some disloyal, some cowardly. Be prepared to draw your sword!
WOODSFOLK
Seclusion in the woods has made these people secretive and suspicious. They may possess some magic. Perhaps their link to the Queen will be useful...
HERMITS
Living in caves, hermits fear dragons and shun strangers. Can they aid your quest?
FARMERS
Tending their fields is of primary importance to farmers, but they do enjoy a bit of conversation...
ANIMALS
The woods are full of fearsome creatures...
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