Black Dragon is the 1987 Japanese arcade release of Capcom’s classic action-platformer, widely known elsewhere as Black Tiger. This bootleg version preserves the original side-scrolling hack-and-slash gameplay, where you control a powerful barbarian wielding a spiked mace and throwing daggers. You must navigate treacherous, monster-filled levels to defeat three evil dragons and restore light to the kingdom.
How to Play
Battle through eight distinct levels, defeating enemies and collecting Zenny coins. You can use these coins at shopkeepers hidden throughout the stages to upgrade your armor, weapons, and keys. Use your keys to open treasure chests, but beware of booby traps.
Controls:
- Arrow Keys: Move, duck, and climb
- Z / X: Attack
- Enter / Shift: Insert coin and start
Tips
- Upgrade your weapon as soon as you have enough Zenny; the increased range and damage are essential for later stages.
- Check solid walls and dead ends, as striking them often reveals secret Zenny coins or hidden passages.
- Use your throwing daggers to take out threats from a distance rather than rushing into new screens blindly.
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