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Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen

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Critic score3 critics
First release
Nov 22, 2007
Publisher
Square Enix
Genres
Role-playing (RPG), Adventure · Fantasy
Platforms
Nintendo DS

Embark on a journey to explore the land, seas and skies of the Dragon Quest universe in this grand entry from the Zenithia Trilogy. Soon to follow are Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride and Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Reverie. Indulge in the colorful Dragon Quest world created by Yuji Horii, combined with the charming characters and monsters designed by Akira Toriyama and memorable soundtrack from famed composer Koichi Sugiyama to create an unforgettable gaming experience. Experience the world of Dragon Quest through the perspectives of multiple characters with a unique, chapter-driven storyline while you journey through a beautifully rendered 3D world, with dynamic dual screen presentation and newly animated monsters. Enjoy an all-new English translation that incorporates 13 known dialects from around the globe, bringing the diverse world and characters of Dragon Quest to life. Unravel the ancient mystery behind a cursed kingdom by expanding your town via Chance Encounter mode, available through local wireless connection. The English version of Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen does not include the Party Chat feature.

Also known as Dragon Quest IV: Capítulos de los Elegidos, Dragon Quest IV: The Chapters of the Chosen, DQ4, Dragon Quest 4: Chapters of the Chosen
… See more, Dragon Warrior IV, Dragon Quest IV: Michibikareshi Monotachi, Dragon Quest IV: The Chosen Ones

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Storyline
Chapter 1: Ragnar McRyan and the Case of the Missing Children Ragnar McRyan, one of the soldiers in the royal palace of Burland, is sent by the king on a journey to find out why children are disappearing across the kingdom. He is accompanied by Healie. Chapter 2: Alena and the Journey to the Tourney Alena, Tsarevna of Zamoksva, slips out of the castle in hopes of attending a tournament in the castle of Endor. She is accompanied by the priest Kiryl and the mage Borya. Chapter 3: Torneko and the Extravagant Excavation Torneko lives in Lakanaba with his wife and son, and works part-time in the local weapon shop. He wants to become the best merchant in the world, so he leaves his hometown in search of profit. Chapter 4: Meena and Maya and the Mahabala Mystery Maya the dancer and her younger sister Meena the fortune teller, have left Monbaraba in search of vengeance against Balzack, their father's traitorous apprentice. Chapter 5: The Chosen The Hero has been brought up by the inhabitants of a remote and nameless mountain village. But Psaro and his legions destroy the village, leaving only the hero alive. The hero leaves in search of his seven companions, in the hopes of defeating Psaro and saving the world. Chapter 6 Chapter 6 is not part of the main storyline of the game and consists of post-game extra features. It was only included in remakes of Dragon Quest IV. Features of this chapter include a bonus dungeon and the ability to add Psaro as a member of the party after completing certain events.Read more

Chapter 1: Ragnar McRyan and the Case of the Missing Children Ragnar McRyan, one of the soldiers in the royal palace of Burland, is sent by the king on a journey to find out why children are disappearing across the kingdom. He is accompanied by Healie. Chapter 2: Alena and the Journey to the Tourney Alena, Tsarevna of Zamoksva, slips out of the castle in hopes of attending a tournament in the castle of Endor. She is accompanied by the priest Kiryl and the mage Borya. Chapter 3: Torneko and the Extravagant Excavation Torneko lives in Lakanaba with his wife and son, and works part-time in the local weapon shop. He wants to become the best merchant in the world, so he leaves his hometown in search of profit. Chapter 4: Meena and Maya and the Mahabala Mystery Maya the dancer and her younger sister Meena the fortune teller, have left Monbaraba in search of vengeance against Balzack, their father's traitorous apprentice. Chapter 5: The Chosen The Hero has been brought up by the inhabitants of a remote and nameless mountain village. But Psaro and his legions destroy the village, leaving only the hero alive. The hero leaves in search of his seven companions, in the hopes of defeating Psaro and saving the world. Chapter 6 Chapter 6 is not part of the main storyline of the game and consists of post-game extra features. It was only included in remakes of Dragon Quest IV. Features of this chapter include a bonus dungeon and the ability to add Psaro as a member of the party after completing certain events.

Release dates
Nintendo DS
Nov 22, 2007
Nintendo DS
Sep 11, 2008
Nintendo DS
Sep 12, 2008
All 4 release dates
Nintendo DS
Sep 16, 2008
Time to beatIGDB · recorded
Main Story
20h
Main + Extras
22h
Completionist
44h
Age ratings
ESRB E10+ACB PG
Game modes
Single player
Perspective
Bird view / Isometric
Keywords
1980s, wizards, magic, turn-based, episodic
… All 17, dragon, classic, village, chosen one, castle, turn-based combat, 8-bit, hero, battle, conversation, turn-based rpg, level up

At a Glance

Critic Score
88
Main Story (IGDB)
20h
Main + Extras (IGDB)
22h
Completionist (IGDB)
44h

How it plays

Languages

  • Englishinterface
IGDB · recorded 7 Oct 2026

Language data: IGDB · recorded 7 Oct 2026