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Definitive Dragon Quest Experience

Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes Of An Elusive Age - Definitive Edition is a role-playing game created by Square Enix. The game continues the tradition of the whole Dragon Quest series with few changes. Fans can enjoy the new story, as well as try the different game options.

Redefining the JRPG Genre

Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes Of An Elusive Age - Definitive Edition can be best described as an adventure with memorable characters, an immersive story, and a wide world to travel. Enemies are visible on the overworld, and players can decide whether to attack or avoid them. Players can also adjust the free-form camera in the enclosed battlefield according to their preferred angle. Its turn-based battles are balanced and even easy to learn. 

The game takes place in the fictional world of Erdrea, and players can assume the role of the Luminary, a hero destined to save the world. The Luminary is an orphan raised in a peaceful village of Cobblestone. The fate of the Luminary changed after he participated in a coming-of-age ritual and got branded as the infamous Darkspawn by King Carnelian of Heliodor.

Players will have to gather party members and save the Erdrea from The Lord of Shadows Mordegon. There are a lot of activities for players to do in the game. They can battle monsters and perform sidequests. They can even take part in minigames, ride tameable monsters, craft weapons, and explore dungeons. The game comes with a Character Builder system that allows players to improve their party members. They can create combos and synergies based on the party composition. Players can spend skill points to unlock new skills and attributes. Unlocking new skills or attributes reveal more character upgrades. There is also a Photo Mode that enables screen capture for every moment. Anyone who completes the game can try the Draconian Quest for more challenge.

New Additions To The Game

The RPG retains the core contents of Dragon Quest XI but enhancing it with new contents. There are bonus character-specific stories, orchestral version of the game soundtrack, the original Japanese voice track, past locations to previous Dragon Quest games, and a 16-bit remake of the game. Players can adjust the battle speed from normal to fast or ultra-fast. There are also rideable versions of enemies from Dragon Quest XI.

Return To Erdrea

Dragon Quest XI has been received positively by fans and gamers, so Square Enix decided to enhance it. Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes Of An Elusive Age - Definitive Edition will surely improve the experience of old and new players. It has more contents for the gameplay, soundtrack, and aesthetics.

PROS

  • Draconian Quest mode available
  • Full orchestra option and original Japanese voice track
  • 16-bit graphics option
  • New chapters available

CONS

  • Too traditional design
  • Random enemy encounter still occurs at the ship
  • Takes time for leveling and gathering materials

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