Square Enix’s Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake has largely maintained its $60 list price since its release last November, but Amazon currently has the turn-based RPG on sale for its lowest price yet. Amazon’s Dragon Quest 3 deals include all three console platforms–Nintendo Switch, PS5, and Xbox Series X–but each edition is priced differently. Since these are “random” undefined deals, it’s unclear when the gorgeous remake of the all-time classic will jump back up to full price.
Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake recreates the original 1988 version of the game with all-new visuals, reorchestrated music, and even some new gameplay tweaks, while maintaining the content of the original. The original Dragon Quest 3 was notable for having one of the first class-switching systems in a console RPG, and a non-linear, open-world structure. The game still holds up well today, and the HD-2D Remake gives it a beautiful visual upgrade along with numerous quality-of-life features.
Narratively, Dragon Quest 3 takes place before Dragon Quest 1 and 2, so you don’t need to worry about playing Dragon Quest 1 or 2 first. Square Enix is currently developing HD-2D remakes of the first two games, too. They will bundled together in one package, which is slated for release this year. The first three games form what is often referred to as The Erdrick Trilogy.
The art style of all three remakes aligns with Square Enix’s other gorgeous HD-2D games, including Live A Live, Octopath Traveler 2, Star Ocean: The Second Story R, and Triangle Strategy.
Nintendo Switch users should also check out Amazon’s deal on Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince. The monster-taming spin-off is on sale for $30 right now. Square Enix recently lowered the MSRP on the 2023 RPG from $60 to $40.
And if you enjoy Dragon Quest 3, you might be interested in the upcoming manga. Dragon Quest: The Mark of Erdrick is a sequel that takes place 100 years after the final battle. Preorders for the 376-page paperback are available for $25 at Amazon ahead of its September 23 publication date.
