One of the most exciting games I played at Summer Game Fest was Square-Enix’s upcoming remake of DRAGON QUEST 3; one of the most important JRPGs in gaming history. DRAGON QUEST 3 HD-2D Remake is a stunning re-imagining of the beloved masterpiece and narrative beginning to The ErdrickTrilogy –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 traveling 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 3 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.
The remake features several notable improvements including:
- Stunning HD-2D visuals fuse pixel art with 3D graphics, bringing players into the world of DRAGON QUEST 3 like never before, along with an improved and modernized UI, and other quality of life improvements.
- 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.
- 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.
- An immersive, authentic, and diverse musical composition that captures the timeless essence and magic of the DRAGON QUEST universe.
Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake launches globally on November 14th and I couldn’t be more excited. We’ll have a lot more coverage leading up to release and you can also hear additional impressions of my play time in our latest Bitcast!
And for those who want the ultimate version for their collection, the Collector’s Edition is sold exclusively at the Square-Enix store which you can find here.
