The Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, revealed during the recent Nintendo Direct, showcases a blend of 16-bit style sprites and textures with modern environmental effects1. It features updated pixel art, enhanced turn-based battles, and an immersive world to explore. The game is set to release on November 14, 2024, for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch6. Pre-orders are available now, including a Collector's Edition with various bonus items. The original Dragon Quest III was released for the Famicom in Japan in 1988 and serves as a prequel to the first two games in the Erdrick saga3.
The release date for Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is November 14, 2024. The game will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
The specific character outfit spotted in the trailer at the 1:21 mark suggests the addition of the Monster Master class to the game. The character is seen in a red, horned uniform, which resembles the Monster Master class from Dragon Quest VI and Dragon Quest X. This is further supported by the appearance of the class in the Collector's Edition Character & Monster acrylic blocks. The inclusion of the Monster Master class hints at the possibility of monster taming being added to Dragon Quest III.