We first officially heard about Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake back in 2021, which means the wait for the title has been long one (and made to feel longer by the long stretches of radio silence rom Square Enix for a large portion of that time). That wait, however, is finally over, with the game now available. Check out its launch trailer through here.
As its name suggests, Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake reimagines the classic NES RPG with the HD-2D visual style, while using the Octopath Traveler engine. On top of overhauled visuals, music, and new voice acting, the remake touts several gameplay enhancements, quality-of-life upgrades, and more.
In our review of the remake, we awarded it a score of 9/10, saying, “Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake is a prime example of enhancing a classic without taking away the things that made it so endearing. It’s a must-play experience and well worth diving into for fans of the original.” Read the full review through here.
Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake is available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Dragon Quest 1 and 2 HD-2D Remake, its chronological sequel, will follow in 2025, completing a remake of the original Erdrick Trilogy.