Square Enix has shared a new trailer for Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition at this year’s Tokyo Game Show.
The new trailer shows off the latest version of the September 2018-released RPG, which includes new features the original release doesn’t include. The new features are:
- Toggle Between 2D and 3D Graphics – You can choose between playing with classic pixelated 2D graphics and modern 3D graphics.
- Orchestral Music Added – You can choose between the newly added orchestra music and the existing synthetic music.
- New Stories Content – New stories have been added with each character becoming the protagonist, and getting their own adventure.
Users who own the original game won’t be able to receive the new content as a free upgrade, unfortunately.
Alongside the new trailer is the news that total worldwide shipments and digitals sales for Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age have exceeded 6 million units, and that the physical release for Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition in Japan is coming with an exclusive new sleeve.
Here’s a new trailer:
Here’s a rundown on the game:
The Definitive Edition includes all the content from the original release of the acclaimed DRAGON QUEST XI, and adds extra character-specific scenarios, the choice of playing with the original soundtrack or a grand orchestral version of the music, the ability to switch between 2D and 3D graphic modes, a Japanese voice-acting option, and much more.
OVERVIEW
DRAGON QUEST XI S is the last entry in the legendary RPG series from creator Yuji Horii, character designer Akira Toriyama and composer Koichi Sugiyama. This eleventh main entry is a completely standalone experience that features new characters, a beautifully detailed world, finely tuned turn-based combat, and an immersive story that will appeal to longtime fans and franchise newcomers alike. After its release in Japan, DRAGON QUEST XI won multiple gaming awards and received critical praise, including PlayStation’s Platinum Prize and a perfect 40/40 score from Famitsu (an influential video game publication in Japan).
STORY
A young man, about to participate in his village’s coming of age ceremony, travels to a sacred stone alongside his childhood friend. After a series of unexpected events, this intrepid adventurer learns he is the reincarnation of a legendary hero from a forgotten age.
The young hero sets forth into an unknown world on a journey to unravel the mystery of his past… but the welcome he receives is far from warm. Upon revealing his identity to the King, the hero is branded as “The Darkspawn” and hunted by a relentless army.
Fleeing from his pursuers, the hero assembles a band of endearing adventurers who believe he is actually The Luminary reborn. The Luminary and his newfound companions embark on a quest that will take them across continents and over vast oceans as they learn of an ominous threat facing the world.
KEY FEATURES
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 Colorful 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 NPC’s attend to their daily schedules, monsters change behaviors 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 awaits 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 you own customized difficulty with different settings and provide a greater challenge.
Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age is available on Windows PC (via Steam), and PlayStation 4. In case you missed it, you can check out our review here (We can’t recommend it enough!!)
Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition is available on Nintendo Switch, and is launching December 4th on Windows PC (via Steam, the Epic Games Store, and the Microsoft Store), PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.
