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Monster Arena Tournaments Coming to Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake

Casey ScheldOctober 10, 2024

Both Square Enix and ARTDINK released new details around their upcoming Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake release, detailing its Monster Arena Tournaments and the Monster Wrangler Vocation.

New and exclusive to Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, monster arenas can be found worldwide. Each has its own ranked tournaments, with players assembling teams of up to three rescued monsters. Note that those who rescue more than one of the same species of monster will make it mightier.

In Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, friendly monsters that can be rescued will appear on the field. However, each and every monster differs from one another, requiring players to use special tricks to rescue some of them. 

For instance, some monsters in Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake will flee when exposed to certain sounds or smells, while others will scamper at your sight. To counteract this, players can mask their approach with certain abilities or items.

Also coming to Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is the Monster Wrangler vocation, which can help build a team to take on the Monster Arena Tournaments. Monster Wrangler in one’s party prevents friendly critters from fleeing when you approach. They also possess the ability to see how many of these critters are in the area nearby. 

Finally, the Monster Wrangler’s “Monster Pile-On” attack dishes out more damage the more monsters one has rescued. Note that rescuing additional monsters unlocks new abilities for the Monster Wrangler.

In case you missed them, the previously released trailers for the Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake can be seen below:

DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake – Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase 8.27.2024

DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake – Release Date Trailer – Nintendo Switch

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake will come out on November 14, which pre-orders for both the physical and digital editions now available via the official Square Enix website.

Pre-purchases of Dragon Quest III include the Trouble-Fee Travel Kit, which includes the following:

• One pair of elevating shoes

• Three seeds of strength

• Three seeds of defense

• Three seeds of agility

• Three seeds of life

• Three seeds of magic

The Trouble-Free Travel Kit can also be had by playing through Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake.

Source: Press Release

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Casey ScheldOctober 10, 2024
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Casey Scheld

Casey Scheld has more than 15 years of experience in the gaming industry as a community manager, social media director, event specialist, and (of course) gaming editor. He has previously worked with gaming start-ups like Raptr, publishers like Konami, and roller derby girls at PAX West (check out Jam City Rollergirls)! Gamers Heroes is a passion project for him, giving him a chance to tap into the underground side of gaming. He is all too eager to give these lesser-known heroes of the indie space the attention they so rightly deserve, seeking out the next gem and sharing it with the world. Previously making appearances at events like CES, GDC, and (the late) E3, he is all too happy to seek out the next big thing. For those that want to talk shop, send over a tip, or get an easy win in a fighting game of their choosing, be sure to check out his social media channels below.

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