The “Update From the Dragon Quest Team” stream is minutes away, but Square Enix has already started the anniversary festivities by announcing a Switch 2 version of Dragon Quest 11 S: Echoes of an Elusive Age. Launching on September 24th, it’s a port of the critically acclaimed RPG’s enhanced edition.
That includes new character scenarios, an optional 2D mode that plays more like the retro Dragon Quest games of yore, Japanese voice-acting, and even an orchestral version of the soundtrack (though you can still listen to the original). Switch 2 players can also choose between two graphical modes, prioritizing visual fidelity or the frame rate as they see fit. Fair warning, though: The physical edition comes with a Game-Key Card.
Coupled with the already massive base game, Dragon Quest 11 S: Echoes of an Elusive Age offers 90 hours of story and side content, and even more for completionists. You can check our review of the original here for more details, or play the enhanced version on PS4, Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Switch today.
As for the future, Square Enix could finally be revealing some new details on Dragon Quest 12: The Flames of Fate, the next mainline entry in the franchise. Very little was known until now, aside from its development on Unreal Engine 5, so stay tuned for updates.
