2024

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake

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Adventure Role-playing (RPG)

PC (Microsoft Windows) Xbox Series X|S PlayStation 5 Nintendo Switch Nintendo Switch 2

Developer: Artdink, Square Enix Creative Studio II, Square Enix Creative Studio 5

Publisher: Square Enix

Game Modes Single player

Themes Fantasy

Perspective Bird view / Isometric

Critics Score 87/100 (7 reviews)

Summary

The Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is a modernized turn-based JRPG that follows a hero’s quest to defeat the archfiend Baramos. It features updated HD-2D visuals and an orchestral score while maintaining the original's prequel narrative and non-linear world exploration. The core mechanics center on a vocation system for party customization, now including the new Monster Wrangler class. Modern updates like adjustable battle speeds and difficulty settings streamline the traditional experience of leveling characters and managing strategic combat.