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Defender of the Crown
Defender of the CrownLead the Saxon knights to victory, conquer the Normans, and claim the Crown of England!
Defender of the Crown II
Defender of the Crown IIRaise the ransom, reclaim England in epic medieval strategy.
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Step back into the Age of Chivalry where King Richard has been murdered and England is plunged into a brutal civil war. As a bold Saxon knight, you are chosen to lead your people into battle against the hated Normans, testing your skills as both a swordsman and a military leader. Fight for victory to win not only the Crown of England but also the love of many a beautiful damsel. Navigate a world of lusty wenches, black-hearted villains, clashing steel, and the thunder of charging steeds in this classic medieval adventure.

Set in 1192, King Richard the Lionhearted has been captured and four knights must gather a ransom to free him and thwart Prince John’s grip on England. The game blends historical narrative with fantasy flair, letting players command knights through a series of challenging arcade‑style encounters.\nThe sequel upgrades every mini‑game: sword fighting demands timing and technique, siege battles offer diverse ammo like Greek fire, and jousting becomes smoother and more controllable. All action is wrapped in a single‑player turn‑based strategy campaign that rewards careful planning and daring combat.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Turn-Based Strategy
Hack & Slash
Best for
Retro gamers and strategy enthusiasts
Fans of historical turn‑based strategy
Specifications
Specifications
developer
Master Designer Software, Inc.
Master Designer Software, Inc.
publisher
Cinemaware, Ubi Soft Entertainment, Mirror Image Games, Philips Interactive Media, Mirrorsoft, Mindscape, Manomio
Commodore
age rating
ESRB E
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multiplayer
Single player
Single player
General
release date
1986-11-01
1993-12-31
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Immersive medieval atmosphere and cinematic presentation for its era
  • Engaging mix of strategy, jousting, and swordplay
  • Available across multiple modern and classic platforms
  • Classic historical fantasy narrative with memorable objectives
  • Deeply upgraded mini‑games
  • Rich historical setting
  • Single‑player focus eliminates matchmaking stress
  • Varied combat mechanics keep gameplay fresh
Cons
  • Limited replayability compared to modern grand strategy titles
  • Dated audiovisual presentation for modern players
  • Simple mechanics may feel repetitive over time
  • Limited to single‑player only
  • Graphics reflect early 90s era
  • Steep learning curve for sword combat
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