Dragon’s Lair is a classic animated arcade game released in 1983 by Cinematronics, known for its revolutionary full-motion cartoon graphics created by Don Bluth. Players control the brave knight Dirk the Daring as he attempts to rescue Princess Daphne from the evil dragon Singe, navigating dangerous traps and enemies. Gameplay relies on quick reflexes and precise timing, choosing the correct actions at critical moments to advance. Its cinematic visuals and innovative gameplay set it apart from other arcade titles of its era. Today, Dragon’s Lair can be played right here online, bringing this legendary animated adventure to modern audiences.
1993
DOS
Retail
Each game uses different controls, most DOS games use the keyboard arrows. Some will use the mouse.