Barbarian II: The Dungeon Of Drax
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Barbarian II – Why Did the C64 Sequel Abandon One-on-One Combat?
Released in 1988 by Palace Software for the Commodore 64, Barbarian II: The Dungeon of Drax takes the series in a new direction, shifting away from one-on-one duels and into a single-player action-adventure packed with combat and exploration. You can choose to play as the barbarian or Princess Mariana, each fighting their way through three hostile environments: a volcanic wasteland, a twisting cave network, and the infamous Dungeon of Drax itself. Progress is built around flip-screen exploration, with a sword-shaped compass guiding you toward your objective while still leaving plenty of room to get lost. Combat remains the core focus, featuring brutal encounters with multiple enemy types and the return of the series’ signature decapitations when strikes are perfectly timed. Environmental hazards such as lava pits and deadly drops add constant pressure, forcing careful movement as well as sharp reactions.
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Released in 1988 by Palace Software for the Commodore 64, Barbarian II: The Dungeon of Drax takes the series in a new direction, shifting away from one-on-one duels and into a single-player action-adventure packed with combat and exploration. You can choose to play as the barbarian or Princess Mariana, each fighting their way through three hostile environments: a volcanic wasteland, a twisting cave network, and the infamous Dungeon of Drax itself. Progress is built around flip-screen exploration, with a sword-shaped compass guiding you toward your objective while still leaving plenty of room to get lost. Combat remains the core focus, featuring brutal encounters with multiple enemy types and the return of the series’ signature decapitations when strikes are perfectly timed. Environmental hazards such as lava pits and deadly drops add constant pressure, forcing careful movement as well as sharp reactions.
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Magazine Reviews · 10
Contemporary average 85% · range 70–96%
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