Dune II: The Building of a Dynasty: all version differences
4 documented differences between the releases of Dune II: The Building of a Dynasty, each with a source. Back to the main page for names, releases and where to play.
Category × version
| Category | Mega Drive/Genesis | Genesis (NA) | Mega Drive (EU) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Graphics | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Content | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Title | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Version differences
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GameplayMega Drive/Genesis
The Mega Drive/Genesis version has a gamepad-friendly interface with a context-sensitive cursor, an idea later used in Command & Conquer, and uses access codes instead of saved games.1
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GraphicsMega Drive/Genesis
The Mega Drive/Genesis version has redrawn graphics compared with the PC original.1
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ContentMega Drive/Genesis
In the Mega Drive version's final mission the Emperor has two bases instead of three.2
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TitleGenesis (NA)Mega Drive (EU)
The console version is called Dune: The Battle for Arrakis in North America and Dune II: Battle for Arrakis in Europe.1
Sources
Checked: 2026-10-13