Dragon Quest III: HD-2D Remake

About Dragon Quest III: HD-2D Remake

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.

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8.3Review score10 reviews

9.1
PC Gamer
91/100
PC Gamer gave Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake a score of 91/100.
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9.0
IGN
9/10
Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is a shining example of how to remake a classic RPG.
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9.0
Game Rant
9/10
Game Rant awarded Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake a 9/10 score.
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9.0
Hardcore Gamer
4.5/5
Hardcore Gamer awarded Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake a 4.5/5 score.
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8.5
OpenCritic
85/100
OpenCritic rated Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake 85 with 93% critic recommendation across 119 reviews.
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8.4
Metacritic
84/100
Metacritic aggregated 49 critic reviews for a score of 84, indicating generally favorable reception.
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8.0
TheGamer
4/5
TheGamer gave Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake a 4/5 score.
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8.0
GameSpot
8/10
You won't find a more fundamental JRPG than Dragon Quest III, and this is the best way to experience it.
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8.0
Nintendo Life
8/10
Nintendo Life gave Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake an 8/10 score.
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6.0
Eurogamer
3/5
Some excellent enhancements make this the ultimate version, but could do more for newcomers.
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