Dragon Quest I - VIII (Android/iOS)

[6souls]

DQ I available on November 28, first 1 million copies are free, $5 afterwards

The Dragon Quest series is coming to iOS and Android starting with the original Dragon Quest. Square Enix will re-release the smartphone version on November 28 and the first million people to download it will get Dragon Quest for free. After that, Dragon Quest will cost a reasonable 500 yen ($5).

Dragon Quest for smartphones is interesting since it uses a vertical layout. The graphics have been upgraded too and we’re not just talking about the NES version. These game looks even sharper than the Super Famicom remake Dragon Quest I & II.

http://www.siliconera.com/2013/11/27...est-away-free/

[Firedemon]

Oh man, fapfapfapfapfap....can't wait!

[Delayed]

Has anyone gotten a hold of a copy of this on their smartphone?
It's not showing up in google play for me.

[Pharaun]

Jp onry...for now

[6souls]

First batch of 1mil were downloaded so fast (2 days) that SE has decided to leave it up for free until December 10th.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...ay.dqportal_gp

[darkepyon]

Jeez that was quick! JPs still love them some DraKue after nearly 30 years.

[6souls]

DQ VIII to be released on December 12 (Japan)

[Correction]

DQ VIII to be released on December 12 (Japan)

2800 Yen lololol

[Souj]

27 dollars for a single mobile game?

[Delayed]

I wonder if we will get the same treatment when a US port is done. Free for the first downloads and all would be nice!
But I have a feeling we won't get so lucky. . .

[Lucavi]

27 dollars for a single mobile game?

Whatever the market will bear, my friend. Japan loves its DQ. They'll buy it.

[6souls]

[6souls]

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters Of The Chosen

Spoiler: show

Square Enix is planning on bringing Dragon Quest I through Dragon Quest VIII to smartphones, but they aren’t releasing the games in order. Japan get Dragon Quest first then Dragon Quest VIII. Next up is Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen since Square Enix is starting to talk about the smartphone version.

Dragon Quest IV uses the same control system as Dragon Quest VIII. The games are designed to be played with one hand and use a popup joystick to move around the field. Square Enix fine tuned the game by adding five battle speed settings and a quicksave feature so you can save your game even when there isn’t a church nearby. Dragon Quest IV also has the extra story chapter from the Nintendo DS remake which was localized for the West.

Square Enix is also preparing a patch for Dragon Quest VIII that addresses memory crashing bugs, battle tempo, and adds new alchemy recipes.

http://www.siliconera.com/2014/02/13...rtphones-next/
http://www.jp.square-enix.com/dqsp/dq4/#index

[6souls]

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen will be released on iOS and Android devices on April 17th in Japan, Square Enix have announced.

The smartphone version of the game is based on the Nintendo DS remake released in 2007, and will include the bonus chapter from the DS and PS1 versions of the game.

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen will cost 1,800 yen.

http://www.siliconera.com/2014/03/21...an-april-17th/

[6souls]

Cloud saves added to DQVIII

While you won’t see Zenitha in Dragon Quest VIII, Square Enix updated the smartphone version of Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King with a cloud save feature. Both the iOS and Android versions have cloud saves, but you cannot exchange data between platforms.

Square Enix has continued to improve Dragon Quest VIII over the past few months auto-saving was tweaked, a quick save feature was enhanced, and battle tempo was adjusted. The game costs 2,800 yen, but right now it has only been released on the Japanese app stores.

http://www.siliconera.com/2014/04/09...d-cloud-saves/

New NA trademark for DQVIII discovered
http://tsdr.uspto.gov/#caseNumber=86...e=statusSearch

[Correction]

VIII is out

* Using the App on iPhone 4s/iPad2/iPad mini
After extended play on these devices, some instability may occur, and the app may occasionally freeze or crash.
We apologise for the inconvenience, but please keep the following in mind while playing:

- Save your game often.
- When suspending play, please make sure to close the app completely via the recently used apps list.
- Frequent crashes can sometimes be remedied by restarting your device.

Framerate is shit, as expected.

[Lonely]

Lol, told you SE liked smartphone hamburger dollars too much to not localize this.

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/drag...862972069?mt=8
20$ and about 1.7 GB for final install size.

Recommended Hardware]
iPhone 5 or Higher/iPad (3rd Generation or Better)
Please Note: iPhone 4 is not supported. Please take care to check below if your device is supported before downloading.

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The 8th instalment in the legendary DRAGON QUEST series is now even easier to enjoy!

The phenomenally popular DRAGON QUEST VIII has sold 4.9 million units worldwide, and now it's coming to the iPhone and iPad for the first time!
This was the first title in the series to be presented in full 3D, and its exquisitely detailed world has to be seen to be believed!
Set off on an unforgettable adventure with Yangus, the bandit with a heart of gold, Jessica, the high-born magical minx, and Angelo, knight and lothario, by your side!

Everything you need is here in a single package!
Once the app is downloaded, there's no more to pay, as every last shred of content is yours to enjoy.
So get ready to play the epic that is DRAGON QUEST VIII from beginning to end—and far beyond!
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Prologue
Legends tell of an ancient sceptre, within which is sealed a fearsome power...
When the relic's long-dormant magics are awoken by the treachery of a malign magician, an entire kingdom falls into a cursed slumber, prompting a young soldier to embark on an unforgettable journey...

Game Features
– Simple, Accessible Controls
The control system has been streamlined to work perfectly with modern touch interfaces.
The position of the directional pad can be adjusted freely, enabling players to switch between one-handed and two-handed play with a tap of the screen.
The combat system has also been reworked, allowing for one-tap battles as well as more complex play.

– The Tension System
During battle, you can select 'Psyche Up' to give your next attack some extra oomph!
The more you psyche a character up, the higher their tension will rise, until they finally reach an insane state known as super-high tension!

– Skill Points
Skill points are earned when your characters level up, and can be assigned to various skills in order to learn new spells and abilities.
This system allows you to perfectly tailor your team to your liking.

– Monster Teams
Certain monsters found in the field can be scouted for your monster team – if you're tough enough to beat them, that is!
Once assembled, your crack squad can take part in the fiercely contested tournaments held at the monster arena, and can even come to your aid in battle!

– The Alchemy Pot
Combine existing items to create entirely new ones!
Even the most unassuming objects could be ingredients for the greatest items of all!
Seek out the recipes hidden all over the world, and see if you can cook up something truly special!

– The Casino
Fans of the series will be pleased to learn that the casino is back, and fully-equipped for fun!
This time around, there are three exciting activities to enjoy: bingo, slot machines and roulette!
Just don't get so caught up in the action that you forget your adventure entirely!

[Supported Operating Systems]
iOS6.0 and Above

[Supported Devices]
iPhone 4s*, iPhone 5, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5s, iPad 2*, iPad (3rd and 4th Generation), iPad Air, iPad mini*, iPad mini with Retina Display

The app cannot be guaranteed to run on devices which do not appear on the supported devices list. Please be aware that it will not run stably on iPhone 4.
Please be sure to double-check whether your device is supported before downloading the app.

* Using the App on iPhone 4s/iPad2/iPad mini
After extended play on these devices, some instability may occur, and the app may occasionally freeze or crash.
We apologise for the inconvenience, but please keep the following in mind while playing:

- Save your game often.
- When suspending play, please make sure to close the app completely via the recently used apps list.
- Frequent crashes can sometimes be remedied by restarting your device.

[6souls]

Android, too

Commemorating the 10th anniversary of the initial Japanese launch on the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system, Squarew Enix’s Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King is now available on iOS and Android devices.

The game lets players take on the role of the “Hero,” the last survivor of King Trode’s army. “Hero” must track down the evil jester who stole a powerful scepter and caused this tragedy.

“Following its PlayStation 2 system launch in 2004, Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King saw immense success and became an instant cult classic,” said Noriyoshi Fujimoto, producer of the mobile version of Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King. “The game is perfectly suited as a tremendous value for mobile and tablet as a full 60-plus hour console game with an epic tale of friendship, bravery and adventure. We've put in extra effort for the controls to be intuitive and easy to play. Its 10th anniversary is the ideal milestone to re-release the game for fans and new players alike.”

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King lets mobile players explore the game’s vast grassy fields, snow-capped mountains, daunting dungeons and restless seas. Players can slide their screens to pan the camera in a full 360 degrees around the character. In addition, Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King also features the original title’s revolutionary synthesizer score, orchestrated by the series’ long time music composer Koichi Sugiyama.

Additional Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King features include

• Controls: Players have access to smooth, intuitive touch-panel controls and a customizable user interface. The in-game directional button is also customizable, allowing one-handed (or two-hand) play.

• Battle: Reworked combat system allows for one-tap turn-based battles as well as more complex play. Players can choose an in-game battle strategy to move their character and parties automatically during battles; players also have direct control of their characters and parties during battles.

• Auto Run Mode: As the fields are vast, players now have the option to auto-run through boundless environments.

• Monster Recruit: Monsters inhabiting the game can be recruited into the player’s party.

• Alchemy Pot: This pot allows players to mix various products in order to create new, stronger items.

http://www.jp.square-enix.com/dqsp/dq8/en/
https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...googleplay.dq8

[6souls]

DQIV is coming to NA & EU

Square Enix announced their Gamescom line-up this morning, and mentioned in their press release that the smartphone version of Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen will be released in the West.

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen on smartphones is a port of the Nintendo DS remake of the game. It includes the extra content from that version, such as the bonus story chapter. It also has a quick save feature and five combat speed options.

The game will be released for both iOS and Android devices.

http://www.siliconera.com/2014/07/30...s-coming-west/

[Mina]

So I bought Dragon Quest VIII a while back. I thought I'd put down a little more details here.

The pluses
- Playing the game one-handed is completely viable. There's no need for two thumbs.
- Veterans of the series know that having the main character (and crew) be 100% AI controlled can be a boon since the AI changes what to prioritize in battle. Previously the main character had 0 AI choices.
- They built controls that make the grinding and movement easier.

The negatives
- That framerate.
- I feel like the game just looked better on a big screen. Can't knock it too hard for this though, they did what they could.

Both?
- No voiced dialogue. You miss out on hearing some of the good-awful VA. Though, if you played DQ8 in the past, you can probably insert their voices yourself. (Queen Sasher. Emmer. Cor blimey!)

I'd say if you have no interest in getting a PS2 + this game and just want to deal with the framerate, it will suit you fine.