Dragon’s Lair 2: Time Warp is a fascinating piece of gaming history. As a port of the legendary Don Bluth-animated arcade game, it’s less of a 'game' in the modern sense and more of a playable cartoon. The animation is still breathtaking, filled with the whimsy and dark undertones that Bluth is famous for. You play as Dirk the Daring, navigating surreal time periods to save Princess Daphne.
The gameplay consists of high-stakes Quick Time Events (QTEs). While this can be frustrating—one wrong move often means instant death—the mobile port makes it more accessible with optional move guides and infinite lives. It’s notoriously difficult and requires trial-and-error memorization, but the reward is seeing some of the most beautiful hand-drawn animation ever put into a game. If you're a fan of the original or an animation buff, this is a perfect, high-definition trip down memory lane.
Available on: iPhone, iPod
Version 2.0Mon Sep 11 2017
This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.
Dragon's Lair 2: Time Warp has been updated to ensure continued iOS compatibility. We've also updated the UI and fixed up some pesky bugs.
Happy Retro Gaming!
Only you, Dirk the Daring, can save Princess Daphne from the clutches of the Evil Wizard Mordroc in this fully animated arcade classic from the legendary animator and director Don Bluth.
It is a dark time in all the land. The Evil Wizard Mordroc has spirited away Princess Daphne to a wrinkle in time, scheming to force her into marriage. As Dirk the Daring, you must race through time to rescue her. A bumbling old time machine (and all the courage you can muster) will transport you on your mission. But you must hurry. Once the Casket of Doom has opened, Mordroc will place the Death Ring upon Daphne’s finger in marriage – and she will be lost forever in the Time Warp!
The responsive and intuitive controls let you play with or without move guides. You can choose to use 3, 5, or even infinite lives. And exclusively with iPhone & iPod touch, you can play through the Original version or the new Director’s Cut, which features an alternate ending!
This latest version includes all new HD videos, with Achievements and Leaderboards through Game Center.
Requires iOS 8.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.Only you, Dirk the Daring, can save Princess Daphne from the clutches of the Evil Wizard Mordroc in this fully animated arcade classic from the legendary animator and director Don Bluth.
It is a dark time in all the land. The Evil Wizard Mordroc has spirited away Princess Daphne to a wrinkle in time, scheming to force her into marriage. As Dirk the Daring, you must race through time to rescue her. A bumbling old time machine (and all the courage you can muster) will transport you on your mission. But you must hurry. Once the Casket of Doom has opened, Mordroc will place the Death Ring upon Daphne’s finger in marriage – and she will be lost forever in the Time Warp!
The responsive and intuitive controls let you play with or without move guides. You can choose to use 3, 5, or even infinite lives. And exclusively with iPhone & iPod touch, you can play through the Original version or the new Director’s Cut, which features an alternate ending!
This latest version includes all new HD videos, with Achievements and Leaderboards through Game Center.





Dragon’s Lair 2: Time Warp is the sequel to the groundbreaking arcade original. Join Dirk the Daring as he travels through time to stop the Evil Wizard Mordroc from marrying Princess Daphne. This mobile version features fully remastered HD video, achievements, and the choice between the Original Arcade version or the Director’s Cut with an alternate ending.
Stunning HD hand-drawn animation
Original and Director's Cut versions
Optional on-screen move guides
Game Center leaderboards
Infinite lives mode
During gameplay, keep a close eye on the environment. Objects or directions will flash yellow; you must swipe or tap in that direction at the exact moment of the flash to progress. Turning on 'Move Guides' in the settings will provide explicit arrows.
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To reach the final level, you must collect all hidden treasures throughout the game. If you miss one, the game will loop you back, so pay close attention to sparkling items during the frantic action sequences.
The Director's Cut includes an alternate ending and some additional scenes that were not present in the original arcade release.