Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap
- May 30, 2019
- Lizardcube
Much more than a fresh coat of paint, Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap is a new classic nearly thirty years in the making and truly a project of passion for Lizardcube.
Get on Apple Store"Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap" is a reimagined version of the classic game, featuring hand-drawn animations and a re-orchestrated soundtrack. As the cursed Hu-Man or Hu-Girl, players traverse interconnected locations, battling monsters and dragons to find a cure. With adjustable difficulty levels and the option to switch between modern and 8-bit graphics/audio, this game offers a blend of exploration, action, and adventure for all players.
Reviews
- graphics15 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
- gameplay14 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
- music7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Critic Reviews
Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap Review
Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap Review
80%Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap Review
It's clear that the team at Lizardcube are massive fans of the original Wonder Boy III, and that affection translates into what is without a shadow of a doubt the definitive version of a game which has previously been ported to the Game Gear and PC Engine / TurboGrafx-16. The new visuals are sumptuous and the soundtrack - which uses traditional instrumentation rather than computer-generated audio - proves just how catchy the original tunes were. Despite the passing of the years The Dragon's Trap remains a perfectly-pitched non-linear action adventure which must surely rank as one of the best of the 8-bit era. Its biggest failing is the fact that like the Master System original, it can be completed in the space of an evening. Still, that evening will be one of the most enjoyable you can possibly spend with your Switch, making this a recommended purchase regardless.
80%Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap Review
The Dragon’s Trap: Wonder Boy is an excellent remake of a beloved classic. The enhanced visuals and superb audio really bring the game into the modern age complementing the excellent design of the original. Unfortunately, inherited design flaws such as some obscure puzzles, imprecise hit detection, and the lack of a hints system do hold the game back. However, these issues do not detract too much from the overall experience. This modern version of a classic game will appeal to a new generation of gamers and also remind longtime fans why they fell in love with the original.
80%
