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Which controls does this version use?

Actions

Dragon Spirit: The New Legend action controls
Arrow UpArrow DownArrow LeftArrow Right
Move the dragon
A
Fire
Start
Pause the game

Control notes

  • Controls use the NES directional pad and buttons.

How it plays

How does Dragon Spirit: The New Legend play?

The game uses a top-down vertical-scrolling perspective. Amul flies continuously upward while the player steers around terrain, avoids enemy fire, destroys airborne and ground targets, and collects power-ups.

The adventure is divided into sequential stages with distinct enemy patterns and environments. Defeated enemies can provide upgrades that improve the dragon's firepower or survivability. Each stage ends with a major enemy encounter, and losing all lives sends the player back according to the game's continue structure.

Plan your run

What is the best way to play Dragon Spirit: The New Legend?

Stay near the lower portion of the screen so you have more time to react to incoming enemies. Clear ground targets when the route is safe, but prioritize threats that can trap or cross your flight path.

Collect upgrades carefully and learn each boss's attack pattern. Avoid unnecessary risks after powering up; preserving the dragon's strength is usually more valuable than chasing every item.

Meet the cast

Who are the key characters?

1

Amul

The dragon protagonist who flies through hostile territory to save Princess Iris and restore peace.

2

Iris

The princess whom Amul must rescue.

Before you begin

What should you know before playing?

  1. 1

    Use small, deliberate movements instead of holding a direction continuously.

  2. 2

    Watch both the air and ground because threats can come from separate layers.

  3. 3

    Memorize boss entrances and attack cycles after each attempt.

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