Transylvania I is a classic DOS text adventure game originally released in 1982 and rerelased in 1985 by Penguin Software. Set in a mysterious, monster-filled land inspired by classic horror tales, players explore locations, collect items, and solve puzzles using typed commands. The goal is to rescue a kidnapped princess while avoiding dangers such as vampires, wolves, and other creatures. Known for its fair puzzles and humorous touches, the game became one of the more popular early PC adventures. Transylvania I helped define the interactive fiction genre on home computers and can be played right here online through browser-based DOS emulation, letting players experience this early adventure without vintage hardware.
Each game uses different controls, most DOS games use the keyboard arrows. Some will use the mouse.
