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Which controls does this version use?

Actions

Ultima: Exodus action controls
D-pad
Move the cursor or selected character.
A
Confirm a menu choice or perform the selected action.
B
Cancel or return to the previous menu.

Control notes

  • Some commands are available only during exploration or combat.

  • The exact command shown depends on the current menu and character position.

How it plays

How does Ultima: Exodus play?

Create and manage a party, then travel across an overhead world containing towns, castles, dungeons, and wilderness. Talk to residents, buy equipment, learn spells, and search for clues needed to advance.

Combat changes to a turn-based tactical view. Characters move across a battlefield, attack with weapons or spells, use items, and defend while enemies act in their own turns. Experience and treasure improve the party, but supplies, positioning, and dungeon navigation remain important throughout the quest.

Plan your run

What is the best way to play Ultima: Exodus?

Build a balanced party with dependable front-line fighters, ranged or magical support, and enough healing. Visit towns regularly to restock food, weapons, armor, and spell resources.

Explore methodically and record clues, dungeon routes, and shrine information. In combat, protect weaker characters, avoid crowding the party, and use terrain and distance when possible. Save before major expeditions and difficult encounters.

Meet the cast

Who are the key characters?

1

Exodus

The evil final enemy and the main force behind the game's conflict.

2

Party of adventurers

The four-member group controlled by the player, whose classes and growth shape combat and exploration.

Before you begin

What should you know before playing?

  1. 1

    Keep the party supplied before entering long dungeon trips.

  2. 2

    Use different character roles instead of relying on one attack type.

  3. 3

    Write down clues and locations; the game provides little automatic guidance.

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