Dungeon Explorer on Sega CD was met with mostly positive reception from critics and reviewers alike since its release, though many publications felt mixed in regards to several aspects such as the graphics, audio, gameplay and multiplayer, with some noting its similarities with Gauntlet.

[3][4][5] Each character belongs to a specific class and their abilities vary primarily in their statistics, however, the game now supports up to four players simultaneously via multitap unlike previous entries.

[5] However the Darkling feared humankind, knowing that he would be challenged for his lands and one enemy equally matched his power; the goddess of ambition, who could grant any wish to those capable of performing her bidding.

[5] Takanori Kurihara and Westone co-founder Michishito Ishizuka acted as programmers, while Nishizawa and Nakajima also served as level designers alongside Kōta Kikuchi and Yutaka Hirata.

[1][2] Next Generation reviewed the game, rating it three stars out of five, and stated that "the title isn't groundbreaking, but most of the puzzles are clever, and the variety and challenge will keep your interest high".