It looks like Square Enix is preparing to release Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age Definitive Edition for Nintendo Switch 2, news that has surfaced from a rating that the Taiwan Game Software Rating Regulations body has issued.
The grand role-playing game was released for Nintendo Switch back in September 2019, and is filled with memorable characters, an enchanting story, and classic RPG gameplay that the series has become known for.
You play as a young man who, about to participate in his village’s coming of age ceremony, learns that he is the reincarnation of a legendary hero from a forgotten age. He sets out to unravel the mystery of his past, but, after revealing his identity to the King, he is branded as “The Darkspawn” and hunted by a relentless army.
We enjoyed our time with the game on Nintendo Switch, concluding in our review: “Dragon Quest XI is, without a doubt, worth a playthrough. Square isn’t lying about Dragon Quest XI S being the ‘definitive edition’ either–if you have a Switch, this version is by far the best one to pick up. If you’re a fan of RPGs, grabbing Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age Definitive Edition is a no-brainer, and even if you’ve already played through the game once, it might be worth considering the Switch version for all the new additions.”
The publisher has outlined the game’s key features, which include:
- Unravel an Epic Mystery in a Riveting Tale: You are the Luminary, the reincarnation of a hero from a forgotten age. Denigrated as a demon and pursued by a malicious monarch, you must embark on a quest to uncover the mystery of your fate and save a doomed world. Be prepared for an immersive story with twists and turns that pull you in and keep you craving more.
- Assemble a Colourful Cast of Loyal Companions: Accompanying you is an endearing band of adventurers with their own rich backstories and personalities. Famed manga artist Akira Toriyama brings the characters of Dragon Quest to life with his one-of-a-kind style.
- Explore a Massive, Beautiful, Living World: Excitement lurks around every corner, observe NPCs attend to their daily schedules, monsters change behaviours to fit their environments, and access new areas, by foot, on horseback or with the use of monstrous vehicles.
- Engage in Classic Turn-based Battles with a Modern Twist: DRAGON QUEST XI features mechanics simple enough for beginners, but with enough depth to satisfy hardcore fans. As your adventure continues, learn incredible new abilities to take down even the most fearsome foe with your powerful allies.
- Have Some Fun & Save the World: Tons of side-quests and addicting mini-games await you for enough content to keep you playing for well over 100 hours. You will face insurmountable odds and an evil force of unimaginable power… but while the stakes are high, there are many fun distractions to find if you know where to look.
- Challenge Yourself with the Draconian Quest: Available when you start a new game, these options allow you to craft your own customised difficulty with different settings and provide a greater challenge.
Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age Definitive Edition is now available at retail and digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch worldwide.
