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Game dossier

Dual Orb II

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A console-style RPG of ancient technology, identity, and turn-based battles

The briefing

About this game

Dual Orb II is a console-style role-playing game set in a world shaped by the destruction of an ancient civilization. A mighty dragon once devastated the Earth, while one survivor was sent a thousand years into the future, carrying the secret of advanced technology.

You play as Aleth, son of the High Priest of Garade, alongside his friend Lagnus, Prince of Garade. After Aleth comes into possession of a valuable artifact sought by the Kardosa Empire, the pair become involved in a conflict that reveals secrets about the ancient civilization, the great destruction, and their own identities.

Gameplay

  • Randomly encountered enemies and bosses
  • Turn-based combat viewed from an isometric perspective
  • Armor purchased to improve the party
  • Weapons that can be bought and upgraded for money
  • Weapon upgrades unlock powerful attacks called techs

Developed and published by I'Max, Dual Orb II was released in 1994 for Super Famicom and Super Nintendo Entertainment System.