Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Does the original Dragon Warrior on NES still hold up today? In this video I went back to do a retro RPG review and retrospective while I revisit and relive the nostalgia of the classic Dragon Warrior or Dragon Quest to see how its gameplay, story, combat, exploration, worldbuilding, and old-school design fare in 2026.

If you love classic NES games, retro RPGs, or Dragon Quest, join me as we answer the question: is the original Dragon Warrior still worth playing.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Intro
0:45 - Let's Go Back!