
The Dragon Quest series recently celebrated its 40th anniversary, and with so many games and related media, it can be overwhelming for newcomers. Beyond the main numbered role-playing games, Dragon Quest includes spin-offs, novels, comics, and animated series. The titles themselves can also be quite confusing! Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age is a prime example. First released in Japan in 2017 for Nintendo 3DS and PlayStation 4, Dragon Quest XI received a complete “definitive” edition in 2019. This version, called Dragon Quest XI S, initially launched exclusively on Nintendo Switch before becoming available on PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One the following year. Dragon Quest XI S included both English and Japanese voice acting, a revamped 2D mode inspired by the original 3DS game, an orchestral soundtrack, and various gameplay improvements like faster battles.