Just a few hours ago, one of the most anticipated video games of 2024 arrived in stores: Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake. As its name suggests, this is a remake of the classic Dragon Quest III, one of the most beloved titles in the long-running saga.
Square Enix has decided to give it a significant graphical and gameplay overhaul, but what are the changes? For which platforms is it being released? We tell you all the details and what you need to know about Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake.
When is Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake coming out?
As we mentioned at the beginning of the article, Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is now available for all players. The Japanese title went on sale yesterday, November 14, 2024.
For which platform is Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake being released?
Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X | S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Previous generation consoles will not have any version.
How many editions does Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake have, and what is its price?
Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake has two editions to purchase: a standard and a collector’s edition. Both editions come with bonus items for everyone who pre-ordered the game:
- Some clogs of spirit.
- Three seeds of strength.
- Three seeds of endurance.
- Three seeds of agility.
- Three seeds of life.
- Three seeds of magic.
The standard edition of Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is available for $59.99 and comes with the base game, while the collector’s edition is priced at $209.99 with all the following content:
- Standard edition in physical format of the game.
- Collector’s case for two game boxes.
- Complete set of acrylic characters and monsters.
- Adventurer accessories set (game items).
- Two exclusive wallpapers (for PC).
What is Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake?
Behind Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake lies a remake of the classic Dragon Quest III. It was announced during the 35th anniversary of the saga back in May 2021, which marked a new twist on the original Dragon Quest games that featured the art of the sadly deceased Akira Toriyama.
As can be seen at first glance, the main change the game receives compared to the original is its visual aspect. Instead of opting for the pixel art style of the namesake work, it now focuses on the HD-2D pixel art style that has been so successful in games like Octopath Traveller or the remake of Live a Live. However, this remake is not just about graphics.
Turn-based combat has also been modified to adapt to the new times with a more current style, renewed animations, improvements in battle speed, and configuration in automatic battles. Additionally, the soundtrack has been given an orchestral twist, while still maintaining the essence of Koichi Sugiyama.
It should be emphasized that this Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake also features new exclusive content for the occasion, such as scenarios and characters. The best part is that they have been supervised by Yuji Horii, the father of the saga, so we have the seal of quality and guarantee from one of the most important people.
This Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is the starting point of the Erdrick trilogy, which encompasses the first three main Dragon Quest games. Although it started with the third, Square Enix has already confirmed they are working on the first two, so it’s only a matter of time before they also hit the market.
Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake also features more quality of life improvements that the modern user will appreciate, from autosave to difficulty modes. It’s time to discover it all for yourself!
