Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake cover

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake

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Critic score7 critics
First release
Nov 14, 2024
Publisher
Square Enix
Genres
Role-playing (RPG), Adventure · Fantasy

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.

Also known as DRAGON QUEST 3 HD-2D REMAKE, DQIIIHD2DRemake.exe

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Release dates
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Nov 14, 2024
Nintendo Switch
Nov 14, 2024
PlayStation 5
Nov 14, 2024
All 5 release dates
Xbox Series X|S
Nov 14, 2024
Nintendo Switch 2
Jul 31, 2025
Time to beatIGDB · recorded
Main Story
35h
Main + Extras
35h
Completionist
50h
Game modes
Single player
Perspective
Bird view / Isometric
Keywords
jrpg, leveling, overworld, party-based, turn-based combat
… All 12, day/night cycle, leveling up, save point, party customization, turn-based rpg, job system, dragon quest

At a Glance

Critic Score
87
Main Story (IGDB)
35h
Main + Extras (IGDB)
35h
Completionist (IGDB)
50h

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