Genre: Action / RPG
Publisher: U.S. Gold / SSI
Year: 1989
System: Amstrad CPC
A sequel to Heroes of the Lance, Dragons of Flame continues the storyline based on the popular Dragonlance campaign setting from Dungeons & Dragons. The game combines side-scrolling action with light RPG elements, allowing players to switch between party members on the fly. Despite its title, it leans more toward action-adventure than traditional role-playing, which led to mixed expectations among fans.
Reception on the Amstrad CPC was varied. Publications like Amstrad Action highlighted its solid visuals and polished cutscenes, while also criticizing its unresponsive controls and simplistic enemy AI. The game was seen as lacking the strategic depth that D&D enthusiasts might expect. Still, for those invested in the Dragonlance world, the atmospheric presentation and familiar characters made it a worthwhile experience.
