Sheikah Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 So it turns out the Dragon Quest VIII port has localised texts already in the apk file so this means there's a good chance we're going to be getting at least VIII over here. I don't think DQ1 requires much translation. VIII doesn't run too bad on my Nexus 4, although there's still the occasional slow down. Man, the idea/what I've seen of playing VIII on tablet looks so dreadful. I wouldn't want to sully my memory of this game playing it in such a crappy way. :/
Ike Posted December 15, 2013 Posted December 15, 2013 Man, the idea/what I've seen of playing VIII on tablet looks so dreadful. I wouldn't want to sully my memory of this game playing it in such a crappy way. :/ It's pretty weird without the voice acting. The limited view and controls are pretty bad. But I'm interested in seeing if we get the games, especially since Europe still doesn't have an official release of I-III & VII. I would have prefered a console release in some form of course. The DQI port is pretty good, it's also probably the best suited as a mobile game as well. Next year is the 25th anniversary of the series in America so maybe we'll see VII on 3DS and X finally get released.
Dcubed Posted December 27, 2013 Posted December 27, 2013 This ought to be of some relief to DQ fans here... http://www.siliconera.com/2013/12/26/dragon-quest-xi-wont-smartphones-says-dragon-quest-creator/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+siliconera%2FMkOc+%28Siliconera%29 During the interview, Andou says that without a doubt, we can expect a new Dragon Quest title in the near future. With this in mind, he mentions that there must be fans who’d like to be able to play the next Dragon Quest game on both consoles and smartphones; however, he acknowledges that the devices are quite different in terms of development, so it must also be different to make games for them. He then asks about the possibility of seeing the next installment of the main numbered Dragon Quest series on mobile devices. “I don’t think that it’s as easy as it sounds,” says Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii. “At the current stage, there are no talks about making Dragon Quest XI for smartphones. I believe that there’s still plenty left to overcome before we release a proper sequel for smartphones.” “That’s quite the bold statement,” responds Andou. “On the other hand, my main battlefield lies within making games for smartphones, so a part of me tells myself ‘smartphones are game consoles, too’ while I work. However, going back to what you just said, I clearly understand what you mean.” “Smartphones are smartphones, and they’re not game consoles,” states Horii in response to Andou. “I don’t think they’ll be replacing game consoles, but rather, I believe it’s a matter of offering something to those who only have smartphones.” Horii, forever the voice of reason
Ike Posted December 27, 2013 Posted December 27, 2013 Horii is a smart man. I'm starting to believe the earlier smartphone comments were just about the I-VIII ports rather than the series as a whole in the future.
Ike Posted April 7, 2014 Posted April 7, 2014 Square Enix have filed a trademark for "Journey of the Cursed King" on the 1st. Dragon Quest VIII mobile coming soon?
Ike Posted May 28, 2014 Posted May 28, 2014 (edited) itshappening.gif [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. ************************* 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! ************************* 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. Should be out today or tomorrow, it's already available in New Zealand on IOS. Hoping the Android version is the same. Edited May 28, 2014 by Ike
darksnowman Posted May 28, 2014 Posted May 28, 2014 itshappening.gif Should be out today or tomorrow, it's already available in New Zealand on IOS. Hoping the Android version is the same. No way is this remotely playable? Touchscreen is for swiping and tapping on, not for controlling a virtual joystick. *shudders*
Ike Posted May 28, 2014 Posted May 28, 2014 It's a bit of a pain, yeah. I would have preferred DQI first but VIII is more popular in the west.
Agent Gibbs Posted May 28, 2014 Posted May 28, 2014 sounds like an abomination *sigh* i loved that game so much too
Grazza Posted May 28, 2014 Posted May 28, 2014 Get 'em on the Xbox/PS4/Wii U eShops, that's what I say. HD with proper controls.
Ike Posted May 29, 2014 Posted May 29, 2014 It's up on the Google Play store, £13.99. As if this week wasn't expensive enough. :p
Ike Posted August 6, 2014 Posted August 6, 2014 DQIV coming later today/tomorrow. Should be more playable than VIII. It has party chat!
Debug Mode Posted August 6, 2014 Posted August 6, 2014 DQIV coming later today/tomorrow. Should be more playable than VIII. It has party chat! Ooooh, that woukd be pretty tempting if I didn't own the DS version, we never got the party chat in English! Not the best DQ by a long shot, but definitelly worth it and it should run pretty well on mobiles. Good to see Square working to improve the experience by making it more complete than the original.
Ike Posted August 7, 2014 Posted August 7, 2014 Google Play Dargon Quest on iOS Not had time to try it yet.
Ike Posted September 10, 2014 Posted September 10, 2014 A Dragon Quest draws near. Will thou buy it? But thou must. https://itunes.apple.com/nz/app/dragon-quest-i/id911201894?mt=8
Ike Posted October 8, 2014 Posted October 8, 2014 Anyone remember those trademarks from a while back? Luminaries of the Legendary Line is DQII and will be out later tonight. Which means Seeds of Salvation is DQIII.
Debug Mode Posted October 12, 2014 Posted October 12, 2014 Wow, cheers for keeping this all up to date Ike! I had no idea that the first two of the original trilogy had been published in English, I'll get around to them soon as the original trilogy are the only titles I am yet to play!
Jonnas Posted October 13, 2014 Posted October 13, 2014 I've been playing Dragon Quest II lately, and I'm curious: is it any easier to find the World Map this time around? That's one of my main gripes with the game so far.
Ike Posted December 4, 2014 Posted December 4, 2014 (edited) Dragon Quest III is out, marking the first time the full original trilogy have been released in Europe leaving just DQVII. Google Play | Apple Store Dragon Quest IV is also on sale on the Google Play store for £6.99. Edited December 5, 2014 by Ike Added Apple Store link
Ike Posted December 5, 2014 Posted December 5, 2014 DQIII actually looks pretty good, doesn't have the odd squashed looked. Getting some minor SFX glitches on my Nexus 7 though.
Ike Posted December 21, 2014 Posted December 21, 2014 Dragon Quest II is on sale 40% off over at the Google Play Store VIII is also on sale.
Ike Posted January 21, 2015 Posted January 21, 2015 DQV will be available at midnight. Will update with links when they go up as usual. #TeamBianca
Grazza Posted January 21, 2015 Posted January 21, 2015 Nera for me. I just couldn't get out of the Friend Zone with Bianca.
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