Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is another excellent example of how older games with fantastic storylines improve after receiving the remake treatment.
Now featuring brand-new visuals similar to Octopath Traveler and Triangle Strategy, Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake still improves upon the legacy of the original version by expanding on its lore while being faithful to the original.
Ortega's story is more fleshed out and provides much more detail for veteran fans of the series, yet the game still feels familiar and brand-new.
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+ 2Many reviewers and critics praised Square Enix for its approach to remaking a classic fan favorite. Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake sets the standard for how older games should be remade. While it is not a Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, legendary games like Chrono Trigger should definitely be considered for similar Dragon Quest III HD-2D style remakes.
If you are an avid fan of the Dragon Quest series and are still undecided about getting the new Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, these critic scores will help you decide.
- Forbes - 100
- Gameliner - 100
- Digital Chumps - 95
- Atomix - 95
- PC Gamer - 91
- RPG Site - 90
- GamingTrend - 90
- Gamereactor UK - 90
- Xbox Achievements - 80
- Nintendo Life - 80
- Eurogamer - 60
- GLHF on Sports Illustrated - 60
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While most of the review scores are more positive, some, like Eurogamer's and Sports Illustrated's, have pointed out some lacking quality-of-life features that some RPG fans may find useful when playing Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake.
While there could've been more tweakable options for Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, watering down the JRPG experience by having to turn off random encounters in a Dragon Quest game will take away some factors that made the original iconic in itself.
Yes, the latest title of the franchise, Dragon Quest XI, has visible encounters, but each Dragon Quest entry has its individual charm, and Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake leans more toward reliving the experience of the original 1988 title.
click to enlarge + 2The game's 85 score on Metacritic and 91% critic recommendation on OpenCritic shows that Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is another wonderfully crafted nostalgia game that aims to target a newer generation of JRPG fans while making sure that it is also a treat to many veteran fans who loved the original.
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