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Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake

Platform(s): Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X
Genre: RPG/Strategy
Publisher: Square Enix
Release Date: Nov. 14, 2024

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'Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake' Reveals New Story Episodes, Shows Off Locations, Bosses, Dungeons And More - Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 8, 2024 @ 5:31 p.m. PDT

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is an HD remake of the original 1998 RPG.

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is a reimagining of the beloved masterpiece and narrative beginning to The Erdrick Trilogy – the first three games of the mainline Dragon Quest series. Featuring vibrant HD-2D graphics, new and modernized features, and a refined narrative, players are invited to set out on an epic fantasy adventure to save the world from a dark evil.

Years ago, the great hero Ortega bid farewell to his wife and child as he set off on a quest to defeat the villainous Archfiend, Baramos. Ortega failed his quest, and Baramos still threatens the world. Now, on their sixteenth birthday, Ortega’s only child is summoned by the king of Aliahan and entrusted with a mission of the highest import: to take on Ortega’s quest, vanquish Baramos, and save the world. Accompanied by a band of travelling companions chosen in the beginning of the game, players are immersed in a vast HD-2D world full of towns, dungeons, and caves, meet fascinating characters, and fight ferocious monsters in enhanced turn-based battles.

Rebuilt for modern audiences, Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake gives existing fans the chance to re-experience a beloved RPG experience and its expanded offerings like never before, while also being a perfect starting point for newcomers to discover one of the most influential RPG franchises in gaming history.


New Episodes Focusing on Ortega's Journey and More

This remake contains several new scenes which shine a spotlight on the protagonist's father, Ortega, giving players a better understanding of the man himself and his quest. The story also features new, formidable foes which will give fans an even more enriching experience of the Dragon Quest III narrative.

Hero of Aliahan - Ortega  (Voiced by Dave Jones)

Father to the game's protagonist and one of Aliahan's finest. Long ago, he set off on a quest to rid the world of the Archfiend Baramos, leaving behind his beloved wife and baby. After scouring the realm in search of Baramos, Ortega met an untimely end when he fell into the maw of a volcano during an epic battle.

A World Remade in HD-2D

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake features a world map modelled after our own. Each region boasts its own culture and traditions; you're bound to feel like you've circumvented the globe after you've seen all the world has to offer!

Portoga

A seafaring nation home to a bustling port that's filled with the finest shipbuilders. Due to its status as one of the world's key trading spots, there are few better places to be if you need to learn more about the state of the world at any given time. Travel slightly south of its shores and you'll be greeted by a lighthouse where travelers are known to gather to trade tales.

Jipang

small island nation known by many names: the Land of the Rising Sun, the Golden Country to name a few. It is filled with countless cherry blossom trees and rice paddies. Venture under its mammoth shrine gate and eventually you will be greeted by a resplendent manor.

Ibis

A kingdom surrounded by miles of desert. Ibis has much flora that could only be found in a clime of its ilk, and the well within its borders is one of its people's few, precious supplies of water. The nation was originally founded by King Faro and is now ruled by a queen famed for her beauty.

Explore Far and Wide

The world is home to a myriad of exciting spots for you to visit. Look forward to meeting all sorts of new people and trekking through the darkest of dungeons. All that you learn on your travels will surely help you conquer the Archfiend Baramos!


Key Features:

  • A fully modernized remake of the original: Stunning HD-2D visuals fuse pixel art with 3D graphics, bringing players into the world of DRAGON QUEST III like never before, along with an improved and modernized UI, and other quality of life improvements.
  • Traditional DRAGON QUEST style battles: A refined take on the classic turn-based battle system, featuring new animations, additional improvements such as an adjustable battle speed, an auto-battle setting, and more.
  • Immersive world: Deep exploration of a vast world map with an abundance of rich and captivating locations to discover, challenging players to overcome many unexpected encounters during the journey.
  • Experience a timeless musical score: An immersive, authentic, and diverse musical composition that captures the timeless essence and magic of the DRAGON QUEST universe.

Pre-orders* for the standard physical or digital edition of Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake will include a free Trouble-Free Travel Kit in the game**. The Trouble-Free Travel Kit contains the following items:

  • Elevating Shoes x1
  • Seed of Strength x3
  • Seed of Defence x3
  • Seed of Agility x3
  • Seed of Life x3
  • Seed of Magic x3

Finally, the Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake Collector’s Edition* is also revealed and available to pre-order for Nintendo Switch, PS5, and Xbox Series X.

It contains the following items:

  • Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake Remake Standard Edition physical game
  • Collectible game storage box for both Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake and Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake
  • Dragon Quest III character, monster and logo acrylic blocks complete set
    • Including 20 vocations, 2 boss monsters, and logo
  • The Adventurer Accessory Kit (Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake in-game items)
    • Ring of Strength x1
    • Dragon Scale x1
    • Words of Wisdom x1
    • Cat Suit x1
  • Exclusive digital wallpapers x2
  • The Trouble-Free Travel Kit (as detailed)

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is coming to Nintendo Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC (Steam and Microsoft Store) on November 14, 2024.


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