Wonder Boy III: Monster Lair

November 1, 1988 Westone, Escape Sega Enterprises, Ltd., Sega
Shooter Platform Arcade
Arcade Linux Wii Genesis/MegaDrive PC Mac Turbografx-16/PC Engine CD
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The monsters are attacking the quiet town of Xenobia. Guide Leo and Priscilla to wipe out the monsters using the Legendary Weapons.
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Release Date November 1, 1988
Developer Westone, Escape
Publisher Sega Enterprises, Ltd., Sega
Game Modes Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen
Perspective Side view
Themes Action, Fantasy
Wonder Boy III: Monster Lair

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