Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake tops 2 million copies shipped and sold

Publisher Square Enix and developer Artdink have announced that their Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake has reached a significant milestone of 2 million copies sold worldwide.

This achievement includes sales and shipments of the recently launched HD-2D remake.

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake was released on November 14th for various platforms including Windows PC (via Steam and the Microsoft Store), Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. Check out our game review here!

Here is an overview of the new remake:

DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake is an impressive reimagining of the classic masterpiece and the beginning of The Erdrick Trilogy storyline.

Story:

Many years ago, the legendary hero Ortega embarked on a mission to defeat the evil Archfiend, Baramos, leaving behind his family. Ortega’s quest ended in failure, and Baramos continues to pose a threat to the world. On their sixteenth birthday, Ortega’s child is summoned by the king of Aliahan to take up the mantle, defeat Baramos, and save the world.

Features:

• A modernized remake of the original game: The stunning HD-2D visuals combine pixel art with 3D graphics, immersing players in the world of DRAGON QUEST III like never before. The remake also includes an enhanced and modernized UI, along with various quality of life improvements.
• Classic DRAGON QUEST battles: A refined version of the traditional turn-based battle system, featuring new animations, enhancements such as adjustable battle speed, auto-battle option, and more.
• Immersive world exploration: Delve into a vast world map filled with intriguing locations to uncover, challenging players with unexpected encounters along the journey.
• Timeless musical score: Experience an authentic and diverse musical composition that captures the essence and magic of the DRAGON QUEST universe.