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The I of the Dragon

Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac • 2015

Should you play it?

The world of Nimoa is as beautiful as the morning dew, but only at first glance. Under the surface of hills and fertile valleys lurks an old and eternal evil. Living as a mould, stretching threads through an infected area like deadly toadstools. The center of this "being?" deep in the under world is the giant daemon, Skarborr.

What works

  • Unique dragon rpg experience
  • Three distinct dragon classes with varied playstyles
  • Large open maps with exploration
  • Nostalgic and immersive fantasy setting
  • Strong progression and spell variety

Things to keep in mind

  • Outdated graphics and clunky controls
  • Repetitive missions and linear story
  • Technical bugs and compatibility issues
  • No multiplayer or social features
  • Forced segments controlling other characters

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • AWAKEN - Astral Blade

  • Stray Blade

  • Sudeki

  • Torchlight

  • None Shall Intrude

  • Dust: An Elysian Tail

More leadership-focused

Games that feels like The I of the Dragon but with more leadership over others

  • Gold Gold Adventure Gold

  • Ascension to the Throne

  • Fantasy Wars

  • Master of Magic

  • Fallen Enchantress: Legendary Heroes

  • SpellForce: Conquest of Eo

More story-driven

Games that feels like The I of the Dragon but with deeper narrative immersion

  • Fabled Lands

  • ASTLIBRA Revision

  • KINGDOM HEARTS -HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX-

  • Eternal Edge+ Prologue

  • Horizon Forbidden West™ Complete Edition

  • Divinity II: Developer's Cut

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The I of the Dragon: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Violence, Survival, Fellowship, Intimacy. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Violence. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Competition, Status.

Last update: 03/08/2026