Dynasty Wars
Dynasty Wars

Dynasty Wars

December 31, 1989
Capcom, Capcom
U.S. Gold, Capcom, Capcom
Capcom Play System (CPS-1)
70
User5 ratings
70
Total5 ratings
FightingHack and slash/Beat 'em upArcade
ArcadeC64ZXSAtari-STAmigaTurbografx-16/PC Engine CDACPC
Single player, Multiplayer
Side view
FantasyHistorical

Summary

Originating in the arcades, Dynasty Wars is a beat-em-up set during the Three Kingdoms Era of the Chinese history, and is, more specifically, based on the Tenchi o Kurau manga adaptation of the story. The player adopts the identity of an ancient Chinese warrior, and riding on horseback has to eliminate all his opponents, mostly infantry and archers.

Storyline

The year is 184 AD. The Han Dynasty has been overthrown by rebellious warlords who are ravaging the countryside. Violence is the only language spoken now. and the sword has silenced any opposition. All of China is in a state of turmoil as the situationseems hopeless for the people... Yet out of the ashes ot‘ the fallen dynasty. four courageous warriors have united in strength to challenge the warlords. But are they strong enough to restore the Han Dynasty to its rightful place of power? Dynasty Wars lets you become one of the four warriors in their quest to defeat the evil warlords.

Release Dates

Amiga1990
Arcade1989
ACPC1990
C641990
ZXS1990
Atari-ST1990
Turbografx-16/PC Engine CDJun 17, 1994

Gameplay Video

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