Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age

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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 350 Ratings

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  1. waveathon
    Dec 14, 2018
    10
    This is my first Dragon quest game. It was a beautiful experience for me. It is the JRPG of the year for me. I really love it. When I first arrived to a town other than the MC's hometown I said to my self this is the best town in all of the game I swear it. But that was I kept going to another town to another. Every town has a beauty of it's own.

    Gameplay on the other hand was turn    This is my first Dragon quest game. It was a beautiful experience for me. It is the JRPG of the year for me. I really love it. When I first arrived to a town other than the MC's hometown I said to my self this is the best town in all of the game I swear it. But that was I kept going to another town to another. Every town has a beauty of it's own.

    Gameplay on the other hand was turn based and I loved it. No complain there.

    The music on the other hand. I never skipped the opening everytime I boot the game. It is basicallyh the national anthem for a video game.

    ALl in all it is a game for JRPG fans. Now I know why Japan loved this game.

    Sad thing is I have that feeling again that a unfillable void in my heart. I wish there was a DLC for this but it looks like they already included everything on this game. It really has a lot of content.    … Expand
  2. pariz
    Mar 17, 2019
    9
    Straightfoward, beautiful scenaries and funny cute looking enemies, classic rpg gameplay, emotional story and lovable characters.
    Totally recommended if you are a fan of the genre.
  3. Cougargames
    Nov 1, 2019
    9
    Im not that big of a fan of most of the jrpgs ive played,

    But man holy s*** did this game blow me away!

    By far the best jrpg ive ever played great story, believable companions, a big world to explore and absolutely incredible soundtrack!

    ( Besides the fact the soundtrack is in midi)

    This game is in my top 5 games of all time, and is a must buy for everyone that plays videogames.
  4. kalas5119
    Feb 19, 2019
    9
    Excelente juego de rol.
    Buen sistema de combates con bastante profundidad y versatilidad entre los 8 personajes diferentes.
    Historia bastante normal, sin grandes giros argumentales ni sorpresas magnas. Enorme duración. Solo la historia principal te puede llevar alrededor de 70 horas. Muy recomendado para gente que busca experiencias de rol con combates por turnos, y perder la tarde    Excelente juego de rol.
    Buen sistema de combates con bastante profundidad y versatilidad entre los 8 personajes diferentes.
    Historia bastante normal, sin grandes giros argumentales ni sorpresas magnas.
    Enorme duración. Solo la historia principal te puede llevar alrededor de 70 horas.
    Muy recomendado para gente que busca experiencias de rol con combates por turnos, y perder la tarde leveando porque hay un boss que te cuesta. Ofrece exactamente lo que esperas de él.

    9/10    … Expand
  5. Kamikazeshocki
    Apr 20, 2020
    8
    This was my first Dragon Quest (I play jrpg since snes times, I just skipped the whole Dragonquest franchise.) and allthough it's 'good' it will be my last. Don't get the fascination about this series. This game is so traditional it's both 'refreshing again' and 0815 close to borderline boring, sometimes.
    Level design is average, the fighting system is good but nothing new at all.    This was my first Dragon Quest (I play jrpg since snes times, I just skipped the whole Dragonquest franchise.) and allthough it's 'good' it will be my last. Don't get the fascination about this series. This game is so traditional it's both 'refreshing again' and 0815 close to borderline boring, sometimes.
    Level design is average, the fighting system is good but nothing new at all.
    Characters are lovely, the story is boring.
    Had to stop playing for some weeks after 30 hours to get my motivation back. Did beat it at 74 hours.

    Graphics 9/10 (1440p60p on max details).
    Soundtrack 8/10 with orchestra mod.
    Story 6/10
    Characters 8/10
    Gameplay 8/10

    So if you are fed up with modern JRPG, e.g. Final Fantasy then this might be a nice change.
    I can recommend 3 better current gen jrpgs on the spot, in that order. 1: FF7 Remake, 2. Xenoblade Chronicles 2, 3: Persona 5    … Expand
  6. Kilowog
    Jan 5, 2019
    9
    Dragon Quest VIII: 2004. Se guardaba la partida en la iglesia.
    Dragon Quest XI: 2018. Se guarda la partida en la iglesia.

    Consejo: Acordaros de guardar en la iglesia.
  7. Red_Spectre
    Jun 3, 2019
    9
    A terrific tale rich in story. I had fun the entire way through and loved every minute of it. Plenty of content, fun turn base fighting, lots of abilities. The crafting anvil was a terrifically innovative way to craft new gear. The casino in game made me laugh. They put so much effort into it..

    A great traditional turn based RPG.
  8. UglierOrlock
    Feb 19, 2020
    9
    love the game, graphics, music, gameplay, storyline everything is brilliant, only one thing should be fixed, more gears and more options to customise theme and your character.
  9. DarkFireUmad
    Nov 16, 2020
    8
    Está bien, es un juego sólido que no hace nada extremadamente mal, pero tampoco destaca en nada en especial. Lo único que me ha molestado del juego es que su "postgame" canon me sobra bastante.
  10. JKballing
    Jun 10, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece. Beautiful visuals. Amazing story with twist and turns. Exellent attention to detail. 80 hour+ massive contents, Classic 90's Rpg vibe. great music (orchestral mod). lovely characters. Difficulty was just right for me who is not a heavy gamer.

    I am definitely gifting dq12 to my nieces and nephews once it comes out.
  11. AliasAndrew
    Nov 17, 2020
    8
    The classic JRPG experience. If you have ever played a Dragon Quest game and liked it, you will like this. Guaranteed since it's essentially the same game as the ones who came before, albeit more polished and lengthier. I liked it a lot but I believe it's time to let the younger people inside square enix to take over this franchise. New ideas are desperately needed.
  12. Camer6
    Jan 3, 2019
    9
    El mejor JRPG de 2018.

    Mantiene la esencia de los JRPG de antes, combates por turnos exploración etc
  13. KingBruiser
    Feb 3, 2020
    9
    The only thing keeping this game from getting a perfect 10 is the soundtrack. They butchered it on the PC and PS4 releases.

    Other than that this game is a masterpiece of JRPGs. If you enjoy the genre do yourself a favor and play this game!
  14. Nikkie
    Sep 9, 2018
    10
    Das Spiel ist einfach Hübsch es ist mal wieder ein RPG der alten Schule , mit sehr schönen Charakteren toller Snychro, der Grafik Style ist einzigartig und Hübsch man hat oft das verlangen in den Monitor zu fassen um Monster und Co zu berühren.
    Einzig der Midi Soundtrack geht nach einigen stunden etwas auf den nerv.
  15. jackstormrage
    Oct 29, 2018
    10
    perfect. a masterpiece of JRPGs the best game ever, aventures, emotions and fights! 100% recomend
  16. NaotaChanel
    Sep 10, 2018
    10
    One of the best JRPGs ever made
    Is that a bold statement ? Yeah - but it's also the truth
    This takes everything that made Dragon Quest VIII an awesome game , and cranks it up to . . you guessed it . . . 11.
  17. Ferrocianeto
    Sep 7, 2018
    10
    An absolutely essential game from one of the most beloved JRPG franchises of all time. Finally on PC. Go buy it right now.
  18. Rafairin
    Sep 9, 2018
    10
    This game is incredible, it is perfect in everything. I loved every second I played it. It has no bad points, I love it with all my heart
  19. jugadorhardcore
    Sep 6, 2018
    10
    finally a Dragon Quest! great game. a masterpiece! this genre is difficult to come by
  20. LieberB
    Sep 12, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Otima jogabilidade, gráficos e designe muito bonito, exploração interessante, e uma historia pontual, simples e bem direta, sem duvida um titulo obrigatório para os amantes de rpg, tava esperando algo assim pra atual geração. Otima oportunidade para os gamers novos verem como funciona um jogo onde o estilo tornou uma geração em aficionados por JRPG.… Expand
  21. lambor
    Nov 13, 2018
    9
    Dragon Quest XI is a great JRPG, mod in the orchestral soundtrack and it becomes epic!
  22. MattStar1980
    Nov 9, 2018
    10
    One of the best JRPGs ever made. It is turned based, and I WANTED that. Some of the twist I saw coming; but, holy moly....some I didn't. It is almost 3 games in one; you will see.....
  23. Equiixxx
    Jan 26, 2022
    8
    All a jrpg should have. Characters are very charismatic even if they fall on some stereotypes. Those 2 points goes away because im really tired of protagonist being those dull males that wont make a face even if they are being stabbed or wont say a single word on all game. Cant relate to them. Also Pc port should not been the switch port because the graphics had a big downgrade that couldAll a jrpg should have. Characters are very charismatic even if they fall on some stereotypes. Those 2 points goes away because im really tired of protagonist being those dull males that wont make a face even if they are being stabbed or wont say a single word on all game. Cant relate to them. Also Pc port should not been the switch port because the graphics had a big downgrade that could have been easily avoided. dificulty escalation is very well executed at 50 hours more or less. before that, the game can be too much easy. You will feel like suddenly some bosses gets really hard when normal enemies were too much weak.… Expand
  24. Techiteruel
    Jun 25, 2023
    10
    This game is the best of the 10s. Should be a GOTY. It produced me some nostalgia other games can not produce
  25. shinitaru
    Aug 17, 2019
    8
    A wonderful game with a great story and unique characters, and truly a sight to see at 4K 60FPS
  26. GoodCat
    Aug 7, 2019
    10
    Una fusión perfecta entre lo mejor de los juegos clásicos JRPG con lo mejor de lo actuales una historia envolvente personajes carismáticos y bien construidos algo ya común en los Dragon Quest, pero donde este juego se gano mi top of heart es en el sistema de batalla manteniendo ese estilo único y estratégico que solo ofrece la lucha por turnos pero sabiéndolo manejar para que no se vieraUna fusión perfecta entre lo mejor de los juegos clásicos JRPG con lo mejor de lo actuales una historia envolvente personajes carismáticos y bien construidos algo ya común en los Dragon Quest, pero donde este juego se gano mi top of heart es en el sistema de batalla manteniendo ese estilo único y estratégico que solo ofrece la lucha por turnos pero sabiéndolo manejar para que no se viera anticuado un apartado gráfico a la altura de Akira Toriyama en pocas palabras tenia muchos años esperando un JRPG como este un juegazo.… Expand
  27. kiki78
    Mar 3, 2020
    10
    i avoided this game for some time, and that was big mistake! absolutely marvelous rpg, and stunning not-that hardware demanding graphics!
  28. vassagoraziel
    Aug 25, 2019
    10
    Perfect in every possible way. Great story, graphics, gameplay (pretty basic but that's not a bad thing for me) and great soundtrack (played using orchestral MOD on PC).
  29. MrYama
    Feb 26, 2019
    10
    One of the finest JRPGs in a long time. Small nitpicks like difficulty cannot be changed during the game and you can't skip cutscenes, but, other than that a JRPG that will certainly go down as a classic.
  30. Jckovacks
    Nov 19, 2019
    8
    Me sorprendió para bien, fue el primer JRPG al que me acerque después de tener que dejar Nino Kuni II tras 20h. Empecé con miedo, esperando no encontrarme algo similar a este y la sorpresa fue mayúscula.
    El juego tiene una calidad tremenda, su historia es apasionante y te mete de lleno en ella (incluido el End Game). Si bien no soy fan de los combates por turnos, en este juego me    Me sorprendió para bien, fue el primer JRPG al que me acerque después de tener que dejar Nino Kuni II tras 20h. Empecé con miedo, esperando no encontrarme algo similar a este y la sorpresa fue mayúscula.
    El juego tiene una calidad tremenda, su historia es apasionante y te mete de lleno en ella (incluido el End Game). Si bien no soy fan de los combates por turnos, en este juego me resultaron muy entretenidos, complejos y con cientos de posibilidades para exprimir a tu equipo.
    Para mi una sorpresa y ojalá un juego me vuelva a sorprender y a enganchar así sin esperarlo.
    Creo que el haberle invertido más de 90h a un juego cuyo género no me gusta es valoración suficiente.    … Expand
  31. In_between
    Jun 11, 2023
    8
    Overall it's good. Just be sure to play the S edition, because the first one is buggy as hell.
    Finally an interesting and funny DQ, with nice characters, lore, interesting sidequests and a gameplay that is a bit overexaggerated on applying status to your and the enemy party, but that is indeed funny enough.
    Graphics are nothing worth of shouting, but they're ok overall.

    Soundtrack is AMAZING.
  32. tontonac
    May 28, 2022
    10
    Fantastic game, awesome graphics, story, companions, character design... very traditional like all DQ but that's just what I like about them. Orchestral music is much better than midi, I found it a bit annoying during the first hours but strangely became accustomed and now I like it. It's a game I'll remember, unlike a lot of more "modern", generic JRPGs.
  33. Eddyy
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    graphic and story are beautiful
    music is perfect
    story and citys 12/10
    char design 9/10
    realy good game
  34. KinimodYunmi
    Jun 21, 2023
    8
    Das Spiel hat mir wirklich sehr gut gefallen, tolle Grafik, verdammt gute Story, super gelungene Charaktere, tolle Gegenden!
    Am Anfang musste ich etwas grinden, da ich etwas unterlevelt war, obwohl ich genug Gegner unterwegs erledigte.
    Ich finde nur Rionaldo sehr peinlich und überflüssig, da hätte man einfach einen normalen edlen Ritter nehmen können, der einfach etwas vornehmer spricht    Das Spiel hat mir wirklich sehr gut gefallen, tolle Grafik, verdammt gute Story, super gelungene Charaktere, tolle Gegenden!
    Am Anfang musste ich etwas grinden, da ich etwas unterlevelt war, obwohl ich genug Gegner unterwegs erledigte.
    Ich finde nur Rionaldo sehr peinlich und überflüssig, da hätte man einfach einen normalen edlen Ritter nehmen können, der einfach etwas vornehmer spricht oder so.
    Am Ende hat es sich echt etwas gezogen, die Prüfungen waren echt lang und den Endboss besiegt man durch das Zeittraveln ziemlich oft und dann kommt noch ein neuer dazu etc.
    Sandra heiraten war von anfang an mein Wunsch und am Ende konnte man dies tatsächlich machen, super cool!    … Expand

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 4 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
  1. Riot Pixels
    Nov 5, 2018
    83
    Dragon Quest XI may delight even the staunchest opponents of JRPGs.
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  2. GameStar
    Sep 23, 2018
    88
    Dragon Quest 11 successfully counts on traditional JRPG virtues in a contemporary look, becoming the best current title of the genre.
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  3. PC Gamer
    Sep 11, 2018
    68
    A JRPG for people who haven’t played one in a while, basically. Well-made, but disappointingly safe.
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