Statements (741)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:Arcade
gptkb:Persian_Empire gptkb:Shah_Jahan gptkb:video_game gptkb:King |
| gptkbp:abilities |
shooting and dodging
|
| gptkbp:accessibility |
available to players
|
| gptkbp:affects |
various sound effects
varied sound effects Digitized sounds |
| gptkbp:alliance |
Alliance with Sparta
|
| gptkbp:arcade_cabinet |
gptkb:standard
Standard cabinet |
| gptkbp:art_style |
Pixel art
pixel art colorful and vibrant distinctive retro-inspired distinctive art direction 2 D graphics 2 D sprite-based |
| gptkbp:artistic_vision |
Coinage
|
| gptkbp:availability |
digital download
|
| gptkbp:available_on |
gptkb:Arcade
gptkb:Sega_Genesis gptkb:PC_Engine |
| gptkbp:birth_place |
gptkb:Persia
|
| gptkbp:birth_year |
c. 450 BC
? (exact year unknown) |
| gptkbp:born |
c. 450 BC
|
| gptkbp:boss_fights |
multiple
multiple levels end-level bosses multiple bosses Multiple unique bosses multiple per level |
| gptkbp:burial_place |
Persopolis
|
| gptkbp:capital |
gptkb:Persepolis
|
| gptkbp:challenges |
special missions
|
| gptkbp:character |
space pilot
|
| gptkbp:children |
gptkb:Artaxerxes_II
gptkb:Chosroes gptkb:Cyrus_the_Younger gptkb:Darius_III gptkb:Amestris gptkb:Ostanes gptkb:Sogdianus Achaemenid princes Osthanes |
| gptkbp:community |
active
Active fanbase active online forums active fanbase active fan community active gaming community user modifications |
| gptkbp:community_events |
yes
tournaments fan gatherings Fan gatherings gaming events participation |
| gptkbp:conflict |
Internal revolts
|
| gptkbp:contemporary |
gptkb:Socrates
|
| gptkbp:controls |
gptkb:joystick
gptkb:Arcade gptkb:gamepad simple controls Joystick and buttons standard controller joystick and buttons gamepad controls responsive controls |
| gptkbp:cosplay |
yes
|
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
Positive reviews
positive generally positive positive reviews generally positive reviews |
| gptkbp:criticism |
favorable critic reviews
|
| gptkbp:cultural_exchange |
Trade with other civilizations
|
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
Influence on later Persian rulers
influenced game design Influenced arcade culture influenced other shooters |
| gptkbp:customization_options |
limited customization options
customizable ships |
| gptkbp:death |
404 BC
|
| gptkbp:death_place |
gptkb:Persia
|
| gptkbp:death_year |
404 BC
c. 404 BC |
| gptkbp:developed_by |
gptkb:Taito
|
| gptkbp:developer |
gptkb:Taito
|
| gptkbp:develops_policies_for |
Centralization of power
|
| gptkbp:difficulty |
high
Challenging varied customizable scalable Adjustable adjustable challenging gameplay scalable difficulty varied levels varied difficulty levels adjustable difficulty |
| gptkbp:difficulty_levels |
multiple
Multiple levels adjustable multiple difficulty levels multiple levels multiple settings varies by player skill multiple difficulty settings |
| gptkbp:diplomatic_relations |
Relations with neighboring states
|
| gptkbp:dlc |
no
|
| gptkbp:dynasty |
gptkb:Achaemenid_Dynasty
gptkb:Achaemenid |
| gptkbp:economic_policy |
Taxation reforms
|
| gptkbp:economy |
gptkb:scoring_system
|
| gptkbp:enemy |
gptkb:Alien
alien ships |
| gptkbp:enemy_types |
various
varied various alien species various aquatic creatures various aquatic-themed enemies Various aquatic-themed enemies |
| gptkbp:engine |
gptkb:Taito_Type_X2
gptkb:Taito_Type_X |
| gptkbp:environment |
varied environments
underwater |
| gptkbp:era |
gptkb:Ancient_Persia
|
| gptkbp:esports |
not featured
|
| gptkbp:events |
gptkb:seasonal_events
seasonal |
| gptkbp:expansion |
gptkb:none
DLC expansions Darius II: Extra Edition |
| gptkbp:fan_art |
yes
popular created by fans widely created Widely created popular among artists fan-created art fan art created community creations |
| gptkbp:fan_base |
dedicated
cult following active online community dedicated fan base dedicated community |
| gptkbp:fan_events |
featured
|
| gptkbp:father |
gptkb:Artaxerxes_II
gptkb:Artaxerxes_I |
| gptkbp:features |
boss battles
Multiple endings |
| gptkbp:feedback |
Positive community feedback
community reviews |
| gptkbp:game_awards |
gptkb:none
nominated for awards nominated Nominated for awards nominations and wins Best Arcade Game |
| gptkbp:game_design |
Vertical scrolling
level-based |
| gptkbp:game_engine |
gptkb:Taito_F3_System
gptkb:Taito_Type_X gptkb:Taito_engine gptkb:custom_engine_by_Taito gptkb:custom_engine gptkb:Custom_engine gptkb:Taito_Z_System custom game engine Taito's proprietary engine |
| gptkbp:game_features |
boss battles
cooperative gameplay co-op gameplay multiple endings power-up system |
| gptkbp:game_length |
varies
approximately 30 minutes short approximately 10 hours varies by player varied playtime Varies by playstyle |
| gptkbp:game_mechanics |
gptkb:power-ups
boss battles cooperative play shooting mechanics unique game mechanics shooting and dodging Power-up system scrolling shooter |
| gptkbp:game_mode |
single-player
multiplayer |
| gptkbp:game_modes |
story mode
versus mode Cooperative play various game modes challenge mode endless mode single-player only time attack mode boss rush mode arcade mode single-player mode only |
| gptkbp:game_replayability |
high replay value
|
| gptkbp:game_updates |
Occasional updates
patches released patches and revisions |
| gptkbp:game_world |
multiple stages
futuristic setting expansive game world futuristic space environment |
| gptkbp:gameplay |
side-scrolling
scrolling shooter 2 D scrolling shooter |
| gptkbp:genre |
shooter
Shoot 'em up shoot 'em up |
| gptkbp:governance |
Autocratic
|
| gptkbp:graphics |
gptkb:2_D
pixel art high-definition graphics high-definition sprite-based 2 D graphics Enhanced for arcade |
| gptkbp:has_achievements |
gptkb:none
yes in-game rewards in-game achievements unlockable content In-game achievements unlockable various achievements |
| gptkbp:has_crossover |
various titles
|
| gptkbp:has_leaderboards |
yes
|
| gptkbp:has_leadership |
multiple bosses
|
| gptkbp:has_legacy |
yes
|
| gptkbp:has_lore |
yes
background information rich backstory Rich backstory backstory and universe |
| gptkbp:has_merchandise |
yes
|
| gptkbp:has_replay_value |
high replay value
|
| gptkbp:has_sections |
yes
|
| gptkbp:has_sequel |
yes
|
| gptkbp:has_social_media_presence |
social media groups
fan sites fan sites and forums |
| gptkbp:has_speedrun_categories |
yes
|
| gptkbp:has_spin_offs |
gptkb:Dariusburst_series
yes |
| gptkbp:historical_analysis |
Mixed evaluations by historians
|
| gptkbp:historical_context |
Era of political fragmentation
Post-Cyrus the Great era |
| gptkbp:historical_debate |
Debate over his effectiveness
|
| gptkbp:historical_documentation |
gptkb:Records_from_the_Achaemenid_Empire
|
| gptkbp:historical_figure |
Controversial ruler
|
| gptkbp:historical_impact |
Set the stage for future conflicts
|
| gptkbp:historical_interpretation |
Often viewed as ineffective
|
| gptkbp:historical_legacy |
Influence on Persian literature
Symbol of the decline of Achaemenid power |
| gptkbp:historical_period |
gptkb:Ancient_Persia
gptkb:Persian_Empire gptkb:Classical_Antiquity |
| gptkbp:historical_role |
Ruler during a tumultuous period.
|
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
gptkb:Last_effective_ruler_of_the_Achaemenid_dynasty
Legacy in Persian history Key figure in Persian history End of the Achaemenid Empire Impact on Hellenistic period Relations with Macedon Transition period in Persian history |
| gptkbp:historical_source |
gptkb:Herodotus
gptkb:Xenophon Various ancient texts |
| gptkbp:history |
Part of arcade history
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Darius II
|
| gptkbp:in-game_currency |
gptkb:none
Points points system points high scores |
| gptkbp:in-game_items |
gptkb:bombs
gptkb:collectibles upgrades missiles shields |
| gptkbp:includes |
Play Station 2 exclusive
|
| gptkbp:influence |
Persian culture
|
| gptkbp:influenced |
future shooters
other shooter games |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:anime
gptkb:Darius_Twin gptkb:manga gptkb:Darius_Gaiden gptkb:Gradius gptkb:Ikaruga gptkb:science_fiction gptkb:Darius_series arcade culture space operas arcade shooters shoot 'em up genre space shooters |
| gptkbp:influenced_games |
various
Other shoot 'em ups |
| gptkbp:influences |
gptkb:Arcade
classic arcade games other shoot 'em up games bullet hell games previous Darius games Game design in shooters |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
other shooter games
inspired by space operas |
| gptkbp:inspired_by |
gptkb:Arcade
gptkb:Darius_series |
| gptkbp:international_relations |
Diplomatic relations with Egypt
|
| gptkbp:is_a_site_for |
yes
|
| gptkbp:known_for |
gptkb:Cultural_patronage
gptkb:Military_campaigns Economic challenges Political instability Influence on later Persian rulers Diplomatic relations with Greece Weakening of the Persian Empire internal strife in the empire |
| gptkbp:language |
Old Persian
|
| gptkbp:latest_version |
Darius II arcade
|
| gptkbp:legacy |
cult classic
cult following cult classic status Cult classic status influential in genre part of gaming history influential in arcade gaming influential in shooter genre influenced future shoot 'em ups Transition to the decline of the Persian Empire |
| gptkbp:level |
multiple
multiple stages multiple levels |
| gptkbp:level_design |
multiple levels
linear progression |
| gptkbp:localization |
English
translated versions localized for multiple regions localized for North America |
| gptkbp:main_character |
pilot of a spaceship
|
| gptkbp:mechanics |
2 D physics engine
|
| gptkbp:merchandise |
gptkb:posters
gptkb:toys_and_collectibles gptkb:collectibles gptkb:apparel gptkb:action_figures various merchandise Toys and collectibles art books related products soundtrack albums figures related merchandise available various collectibles |
| gptkbp:metacritic_score |
average 80%
|
| gptkbp:military_conflict |
Conflict with the Greeks
|
| gptkbp:military_strategy |
Defensive tactics against invasions
|
| gptkbp:mod_support |
gptkb:none
no mod support |
| gptkbp:mode |
single-player
multiplayer |
| gptkbp:mother |
gptkb:Parysatis
gptkb:Amestris |
| gptkbp:multiplayer |
gptkb:Yes
no yes cooperative play online play local co-op up to 2 players |
| gptkbp:music_composer |
various composers
|
| gptkbp:narrative |
minimal
minimal story minimalistic storytelling minimal narrative defend the galaxy Chronicled by ancient historians space battle against aliens defeat alien forces |
| gptkbp:notable_burials |
gptkb:Persian_Royal_Tombs
|
| gptkbp:notable_event |
gptkb:Legacy_of_the_Achaemenid_Empire
gptkb:Legacy_of_the_Achaemenid_dynasty gptkb:Cultural_patronage gptkb:Economic_policies gptkb:Rebellion_of_Cyrus_the_Younger gptkb:Legacy gptkb:Rebellion_of_the_Satraps gptkb:Political_alliances gptkb:Battle_of_Cunaxa Cultural heritage preservation Economic challenges Economic reforms Military reforms Administrative reforms Military strategies Persian art and architecture Religious tolerance Political reforms Influence on later Persian rulers Construction projects Economic partnerships Military alliances Taxation policies Political marriages Support of the arts and culture Diplomatic missions Influence on Persian architecture Influence on Persian literature Diplomatic marriages Military campaigns in the East Reforms in administration Influence on trade routes Cultural exchanges with neighboring regions Crisis of succession Cultural exchanges with Egypt Relations with Egypt Crisis of legitimacy Religious tolerance policies Cultural patronage of the arts Decline of royal authority Promotion of trade routes Internal revolts Succession crisis Political intrigues Relations with the Parthians Legal reforms in the empire Relations with neighboring states Diplomatic relations with Egypt Diplomatic relations with Greece Cultural exchanges with other empires Political stability efforts Influence of the nobility Internal strife in the empire Influence of advisors Influence on trade and commerce Attempts to centralize power Economic challenges in the empire Influence of the military Historical accounts by Xenophon Cultural integration within the empire Cultural exchanges with Greece Persian religious practices Role in the Persian Wars Influence on Persian philosophy Relations with Greece Cultural influences from the East Conflict with Sparta Relations with the Macedonians Persian military strategies Role in the decline of the Achaemenid Empire Construction projects in Persia Cultural developments in Persia Historical accounts by Herodotus Historical significance in Persian history Impact on Persian military strategy Impact on Persian society Impact on future Persian rulers Influence of the royal court Influence on Persian art and architecture Influence on Persian governance Military campaigns against revolts Rebuilding of the Persian Empire Relations with the Phoenicians Relations with the Romans Relations with the Scythians Role in the development of Persian infrastructure Role in the history of the Achaemenid Dynasty Support for Zoroastrianism Persian military organization Persian military tactics Persian diplomacy Persian cultural festivals Persian historical records Persian trade routes Influence on Persian art Impact on Persian literature Relations with the Greeks Construction projects in Persepolis Economic decline of the empire Persian agricultural practices Persian technological advancements Conflict with the Greeks Relations with Babylon Persian cultural identity Persian social structure Relations with the Indians Relations with the Turks Military campaigns in Asia Minor Relations with the Greek city-states Role in the development of Persian identity Impact on Persian history Economic decline of Persia Influence of the Persian nobility Persian administrative reforms Persian economic policies Persian economic trade agreements Persian foreign policy Persian legal system Persian literature and philosophy Persian military alliances Persian military campaigns in the East Persian military campaigns in the North Persian military campaigns in the South Persian military campaigns in the West Persian naval power Persian public works projects Persian royal decrees Persian taxation system Persian trade networks Political intrigue in Persia Influence on Zoroastrianism Impact on Persian culture Relations with the Thracians Influence on Persian science Role in the history of the Near East Influence of the clergy Influence of the court Influence of the royal family Influence of the satraps Legacy of Persian kingship Military conflicts with the Greeks Relations with the Persian nobility Relations with the Seleucids Support of the Persian nobility Impact on Persian religion Impact on Persian trade Internal strife in Persia Role in the Persian economy Role in the Persian military Role in the development of the Persian state Role in the expansion of the Persian Empire Struggles with the satraps Impact of the Peloponnesian War Impact on Persian trade routes Role in the history of the Achaemenid Empire |
| gptkbp:notable_feature |
boss battles
|
| gptkbp:notable_features |
varied environments
co-op gameplay multiple endings unique enemy designs powerful bosses |
| gptkbp:notable_person |
gptkb:Parysatis
gptkb:Artaxerxes_II gptkb:Chosroes gptkb:Darius_III gptkb:Darius_I gptkb:Darius_IV gptkb:Amestris gptkb:Ostanes gptkb:Sogdianus gptkb:Artaxerxes_III gptkb:Xerxes_I gptkb:Artaxerxes_I gptkb:Cyrus_the_Great gptkb:Cyrus_II gptkb:Xerxes_II |
| gptkbp:notable_production |
gptkb:game_developers
Taito team |
| gptkbp:number_of_players |
1-2
1-2 players |
| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:Darius_series
|
| gptkbp:platform |
gptkb:Arcade
gptkb:Play_Station_2 gptkb:Play_Station_3 gptkb:Xbox_One gptkb:Xbox_360 gptkb:Dreamcast gptkb:Sega_Mega_Drive gptkb:Play_Station_4 gptkb:Game_Boy gptkb:PC_Engine gptkb:Play_Station gptkb:Super_Famicom |
| gptkbp:platforms |
gptkb:Arcade
gptkb:PC gptkb:Nintendo_Switch also available on PC also available on Play Station 3 |
| gptkbp:player_development |
level-based progression
|
| gptkbp:players |
gptkb:fighter_aircraft
top-down view various ships customizable character |
| gptkbp:political_impact |
Influence on subsequent Persian rulers
|
| gptkbp:power_ups |
available
various types various power-ups various upgrades Various upgrades various weapon upgrades |
| gptkbp:predecessor |
gptkb:Darius
gptkb:Darius_Gaiden gptkb:Darius_I gptkb:Artaxerxes_I |
| gptkbp:provides_guidance_on |
yes
|
| gptkbp:publisher |
gptkb:Taito_Corporation
gptkb:Taito |
| gptkbp:rating |
gptkb:E_for_Everyone
|
| gptkbp:record |
yes
documented achievements under 20 minutes |
| gptkbp:reform |
Reorganization of the satrapies
|
| gptkbp:region |
gptkb:Persia
|
| gptkbp:reign |
404 BC
423 BC to 404 BC 423 BC c. 404 BC c. 423 BC |
| gptkbp:reign_end |
404 BC
|
| gptkbp:reign_start |
423 BC
|
| gptkbp:release_date |
gptkb:1990
gptkb:1997 gptkb:2000 gptkb:2016 1991-01-01 December 2000 1994-07-01 1997-12-12 December 1993 1990-07-20 |
| gptkbp:release_format |
Arcade cabinet
|
| gptkbp:release_region |
gptkb:Europe
gptkb:Japan gptkb:North_America |
| gptkbp:release_year |
gptkb:1993
gptkb:1994 gptkb:1997 gptkb:2000 gptkb:2009 |
| gptkbp:released_on |
gptkb:Sega_Mega_Drive
gptkb:Game_Boy |
| gptkbp:religion |
gptkb:Zoroastrianism
|
| gptkbp:remake |
gptkb:Dariusburst
gptkb:Dariusburst:_Another_Chronicle gptkb:Darius_Burst yes Darius II HD |
| gptkbp:retailers |
gptkb:none
|
| gptkbp:reviews |
yes
generally positive reviews |
| gptkbp:role |
later king of Persia
|
| gptkbp:ruled |
gptkb:Persian_Empire
|
| gptkbp:sales |
moderate
over 1 million copies sold commercial success over 100,000 copies |
| gptkbp:score |
points-based
|
| gptkbp:screen_orientation |
horizontal
|
| gptkbp:sequel |
gptkb:Darius_Gaiden
Darius II (arcade) Darius II: Another Chronicle Darius II: Darius Force Darius II: The Next Generation |
| gptkbp:series |
gptkb:Darius
|
| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:Space
gptkb:space futuristic outer space underwater futuristic space futuristic underwater |
| gptkbp:sound_design |
notable
immersive sound design immersive sound effects |
| gptkbp:soundtrack |
gptkb:original_score
gptkb:Yoshinori_Sasaki original music original soundtrack chiptune music composed by Zuntata |
| gptkbp:speedrun_community |
yes
active community exists popular in speedrunning community active speedrunning community Popular in speedrunning community active participants active speedrun community |
| gptkbp:spouse |
gptkb:Parysatis
gptkb:Parysatis_II |
| gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:Darius_Force
gptkb:Artaxerxes_II gptkb:Darius_Twin gptkb:Darius_Gaiden gptkb:Artaxerxes_I gptkb:Darius_Burst |
| gptkbp:target_audience |
fans of shoot 'em up genre
|
| gptkbp:themes |
gptkb:space_exploration
gptkb:survival gptkb:Space_exploration combat |
| gptkbp:title |
gptkb:King_of_Kings
gptkb:Shah_Jahan |
| gptkbp:tournament |
gptkb:none
yes held annually competitive events competitive play competitive gaming events held competitive tournaments held Competitive play events esports tournaments participation |
| gptkbp:trailer |
yes
|
| gptkbp:trophy |
gptkb:Play_Station_trophies
|
| gptkbp:unlockable_content |
new levels
new ships |
| gptkbp:updates |
regular updates
patches released patches available received updates post-launch received patches |
| gptkbp:user_experience |
fast-paced action
|
| gptkbp:user_interface |
simple user interface
|
| gptkbp:user_manual |
available
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Taito_Corporation
gptkb:Sega_Mega_Drive/_Genesis_Mini gptkb:Darius gptkb:Persian_Empire gptkb:Taito gptkb:the_Persians gptkb:Darius_I gptkb:Sega_Mega_Drive_Mini gptkb:Xerxes gptkb:Xerxes_I |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
5
|