Dragon Quest Swords: The Masked Queen and the Tower of Mirrors

 Wii
Metascore
65

Mixed or average reviews - based on 43 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 34 out of 43
  3. Negative: 3 out of 43
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  1. N-Europe
    90
    Not the long epic DQ adventure people want, can be fun to play while it lasts, but some might not be compelled to play for a while it once it's completed.
  2. Pelit (Finland)
    80
    A quite interesting actionadventure. The hack'n'slash-battles are simply entertaining. Too bad the movement is too restricted. [Aug 2008]
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  3. GamePro
    80
    Still, Dragon Quest Swords: The Masked Queen and the Tower of Mirrors offers a unique blend of game genres that coalesce together into an interesting game experience. [Mar 2008, p.84]
  5. Cheat Code Central
    80
    Its great story, wonderful voice acting, and some pretty awesome Wii-mote gameplay make this a pretty good bet for the casual gamer, and who knows, maybe even a hardcore gamer or two as long as they don't mind the simple nature of the game.
  6. Official Nintendo Magazine UK
    79
    A simple but fun on-rails slasher. [May 2008, p.84]
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  7. Game Informer
    78
    This won't appeal to everyone, but those willing to put up with tired genre formulas are bound to have some fun. [Mar 2008, p.102]

Awards & Rankings

92
#92 Best Wii Game of 2008
76
#76 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2008
32
#32 Most Shared Wii Game of 2008

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User Score
6.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 30 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 30
  3. Negative: 7 out of 30
  1. Theday
    Jun 1, 2011
    7
    Dragon Quest Swords is a combination of RPG and First Person Light Gun Shooter. As bizarre as that sounds it actually works to some degree.Dragon Quest Swords is a combination of RPG and First Person Light Gun Shooter. As bizarre as that sounds it actually works to some degree. The RPG aspect is pretty simple. You buy your weapons and armor, you level up by beating monsters, buy potions, etc. The light gun shooter aspect of the game is you select where you aim your sword and slash away at the evil doods. Sadly putting the two together means they both must suffer. The RPG aspect feels extremely light and the story feels cliché
    , there's only a handful of levels to go to and there's no real power ups you expect from a light gun shooter. But the game does manage to make do with what it has and if you can get pass the awkward control scheme at the beginning (D pad to move in a 3D space?!) then you should be fine. If you want a light RPG that will keep you moving, try this one. It should be in the bargain bins everywhere by now..    … Full Review »
  2. AndyH.
    Mar 30, 2010
    9
    While, it's not flawless, this is a great addition to the DQ series. It combines my two favorite genres in one, On-rails action and While, it's not flawless, this is a great addition to the DQ series. It combines my two favorite genres in one, On-rails action and traditional RPG. The combo works wonders, it's just simply too fun, slicing enemies about, and leveling up to tackle any problem. The only real complaint I have, is that sometimes the controls don't work to their fullest. Still, this is my favorite of the spin offs in this series, bar none.… Full Review »
  3. LeytonLovesDQS
    Feb 18, 2022
    10
    Monlithsofts newest adventure "Dragon Quest swords" is a wonderful masterpiece about a young dragon quester who goes on amazing and funMonlithsofts newest adventure "Dragon Quest swords" is a wonderful masterpiece about a young dragon quester who goes on amazing and fun adventures with his dad (he is hot btw) This game is just steller. honestly, if you havent played this masterpiece of a video game, then i think you should honestly just end yourself. It is on parr with Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and Dead or Alive exteme Beach volley ball (Also by Nintendo). This game is such soooooo good, its amazing. I literally nutted TWICE. to this game. The mechanics is simple. Swing you sword baby ! That it. Swing it. Swing it rn. Ive never had a massive floaty, my pubes literally sprouted up. Its that amazing. Its just sooooooo goood. This game (by rockstar games) is a god sent, literally in 2:3 of the bible, Jesus predicted this amazing game. And we must thank our lord for this. I will marry this game, this game is the prpohet. In the game, you have a sword and its really cool and fun, and yeha. also you swing the sword and kill the demons that satin sent you. Would recommend.. My nephew is really enjoying this game, as am i.… Full Review »
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