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Last year's Switch release of Square Enix's monster-collecting RPG, Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince, was a delightful experience despite some technical hiccups. Its charm and addictive gameplay surpassed other Dragon Quest spin-offs on the platform, rivaling the excellent Dragon Quest Builders 2. While a PC port was anticipated, a mobile release came as a pleasant surprise. Square Enix has announced that the previously Switch-exclusive title will launch on iOS, Android, and Steam on September 11th, bundled with all previously released DLC, including the Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince Digital Deluxe Edition content. See the trailer below:
Comparison images showcasing the game's visuals across mobile, Switch, and Steam platforms are available on the official Japanese website. Here's one example:
Importantly, store listings confirm the omission of the real-time online battle mode from the Switch version in both the Steam and mobile releases.
The Nintendo Switch version is currently priced at $59.99 (standard) and $84.99 (Digital Deluxe Edition). Anticipating a replay on iPhone, iPad, and Steam Deck, I'm eager to review this enhanced port. This swift mobile porting is a welcome change from the typical delays seen in the Dragon Quest series, such as with Dragon Quest Builders. The mobile price is set at $29.99, while the Steam version will cost $39.99. Pre-register on the App Store (iOS) and Google Play (Android).
Have you experienced Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince on Switch? Will you be giving the mobile and Steam versions a try upon their September 11th release?
Update: Added comparison image and website information.
