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Rolan’s Curse

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Also known as
Velious: Roland no Majū ベリオス ローランの魔獣

Battle through an isometric action RPG using swords, wands, and items to defeat the resurrected King Barius.

Rolan's Curse was released for the Game Boy in 1990 by American Sammy. The original game, Velious: Roland no Majū, was also released in 1990 for the Game Boy in Japan, making the Game Boy the original platform.


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About Rolan’s Curse

Rolan's Curse is an action RPG presented from an isometric viewpoint. The player controls a hero tasked with confronting King Barius, an evil ruler who, after years of imprisonment, has been freed and now sends regenerating monsters against the land's citizens. A second player can join for cooperative play.

Combat utilizes a starting sword and a Fire Wand that projects fireballs. Progression involves finding specific utility items, including a magic axe to remove obstructions, a chameleon's ring for camouflage, and a defensive shield.

Rolan’s Curse Screenshots

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Main menu
The village is the beginning.
Your quest has begun.
Status screen
A forest full of monsters
New gear for your long adventure
The first dungeon
Take care!
When you die your soul flies away.
Zombies and bats
You found health.
What's in this treasure?