Gaiapolis is an action RPG released by KONAMI in 1993. Set in a fantasy world on the brink of ruin under an evil king, players choose from three heroes: Prince Gerard, half-elf Ellen, or dragon lord Galahad. Their quest is to find the legendary sword hidden in the sky fortress Gaiapolis to overthrow the tyrant and restore peace.
The game uses a top-down perspective, blending action and RPG elements. Players defeat enemies to earn XP, level up, and collect items like weapons, armor, and magic crystals to boost combat power. It features 17 levels, some of which can be skipped based on player choices.
Gaiapolis is known for its stunning 2D graphics, detailed character and enemy designs, and captivating soundtrack. It also includes a password system to save progress between sessions.
Though originally an arcade exclusive, an unauthorized Famicom port developed by Sachen launched in 1994.