Dragon Quest fans, rejoice! One of the series' more unique entries, Dragon Quest X, is making its way to mobile devices—but there's a catch: it's only available in Japan. As of tomorrow, Japanese fans can dive into the offline version of this MMORPG-like adventure on both iOS and Android, offering a single-player experience at a discounted price. This follows the offline version's release on consoles and PC back in 2022, which was a significant departure from the original 2012 release.
Dragon Quest X stands out in the franchise with its MMORPG elements, including real-time combat, which adds a fresh twist to the beloved series. Unfortunately, for fans outside Japan, an international release doesn't seem to be on the horizon just yet. The original Dragon Quest X was exclusive to Japan, and while there's always hope for a global rollout of the offline mobile version, no concrete plans have surfaced.
As a dedicated Dragon Quest enthusiast, having spent countless hours on games like Sentinels of the Starry Sky, the prospect of experiencing a different iteration of the series on mobile is incredibly appealing. It's a missed opportunity for global fans, but hope remains that Square Enix might reconsider and bring this exciting offline version to a wider audience.
While we wait for news on Dragon Quest X's potential international release, why not explore our list of the top 10 games we'd love to see come to mobile on Android? From dream projects to titles that seem poised for a mobile transition, there are plenty of fantastic games out there that could enhance the handheld gaming experience.