Retro Action RPG Games Collection

The radical sequel to The Legend of Zelda transforms the formula with side-scrolling combat, RPG-style leveling, and magic spells. Link ventures through Hyrule to awaken Princess Zelda from an eternal sleep while preventing Ganon's resurrection.

Legacy of the Wizard is an action RPG developed by Nihon Falcom and published by Namco for the NES. Players control four family members with unique abilities to explore a vast dungeon and defeat the dragon Keela. Known for its nonlinear gameplay and challenging difficulty.

An action-RPG based on Greek mythology where players control Orpheus on a quest to rescue his beloved Eurydice from Hades, battling creatures from ancient legends.

Embark on an epic quest as warrior princess Faria to save your kingdom from evil forces. This innovative action-RPG combines real-time combat with deep inventory management and dungeon crawling across eight vast regions.

Faxanadu is a side-scrolling action RPG set in the fantasy world of Xanadu. As an elf returning to a dying tree, players explore a vast kingdom, battle monsters, upgrade equipment, and uncover secrets to restore life to the World Tree.

An isometric action-adventure game following treasure hunter Nigel as he searches for the legendary treasures of King Nole. Features platforming challenges, puzzle-solving, and real-time combat in a vibrant fantasy world. Notable for its innovative 3D-like perspective on 16-bit hardware.

Water Margin is an action RPG based on the Chinese classical novel. Players control one of the 108 outlaws from Mount Liang, engaging in martial arts combat and strategic battles against corrupt officials during the Song Dynasty.

An isometric action-RPG from Treasure where players solve environmental puzzles and battle monsters in a haunted castle. Mixes sword combat with magic spells in a unique grid-based movement system.

Monster World IV is an action-platformer with RPG elements, developed by Westone and released for the Mega Drive in 1994. Players control Asha, a green-haired girl who hears spirits calling for help and embarks on a journey to save them. She is joined by a magical floating creature named Pepelogoo and a sarcastic Genie.

Dahna: Megami Tanjou (Dahna: Goddess Birth) is an action RPG developed and published by IGS exclusively for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive. Released in 1991, it follows the journey of a young warrior named Dahna on a quest to awaken the goddess and prevent the world from falling into chaos. Blending top-down exploration with real-time combat, the game stands out for its ambitious storytelling, mystical atmosphere, and a soundtrack that ranks among the console's most memorable.

Crossed Swords is a 1991 action RPG arcade game by Alpha Denshi for the Neo Geo MVS. Players engage in first-person sword duels using a unique control scheme combining joystick movements with button presses for attacks and blocks. Notable for its innovative combat system and being one of the few Neo Geo games with RPG elements.

Cadash is a groundbreaking arcade action-RPG developed and published by Taito in 1989. It combines side-scrolling platform combat with RPG elements, allowing players to choose from four distinct character classes - Fighter, Mage, Priest, or Ninja - each with unique abilities and progression systems as they battle through a fantasy world to defeat the demon king Mirabos.

This action RPG covers the Android and Cell Sagas from Dragon Ball Z, featuring 5 playable characters with unique abilities. Players explore open-world environments, complete quests, and engage in real-time combat with signature DBZ moves.

A GBA cartridge combining two Dragon Ball action RPGs - Buu's Fury (DBZ finale) and Transformation (GT adaptation). Features character progression, special moves, and transformations from both series.

Shining Soul is an action RPG developed by Grasshopper Manufacture and published by Sega for the Game Boy Advance. Set in the Shining universe, the game features hack-and-slash gameplay with character customization and multiplayer support via link cable.

A dungeon-crawling action RPG featuring 8 character classes, multiplayer support, and randomly generated loot in the Shining series universe.

This GBA installment bridges Kingdom Hearts I and II with an innovative card-based battle system. Sora, Donald, and Goofy explore Castle Oblivion where memories shape reality, encountering both familiar Disney worlds and Organization XIII members.

In the year 200X, Lan Hikari and his NetNavi MegaMan.EXE battle cyber threats in both the real world and cyberspace. This innovative RPG combines card-based combat with real-time action across parallel dimensions.