Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition Reviews
Dragon Quest XI S is one of the finest RPGs on Switch.
The "definitive" adjective in Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition is not just for show. The amount of extra work that went into making this the most refined version of the original available is staggering and worthy of praise.
If you’re looking for a JRPG to get stuck into and haven’t yet jumped into Dragon Quest XI, there’s no better time. The additions made to the Nintendo Switch version, along with the ability to take this lengthy game on the go truly do make it the definitive way to experience the game.
Dragon Quest XI S: Definitive Edition is not only a love letter to fans of the traditional JRPG, it also serves as an easy-to-digest point of entry for newcomers to the age-old genre.
If you go to JRPGs for grand, cinematic stories à la modern Final Fantasy games, Dragon Quest XI isn't that. It doesn't do much new, but what it does it does to perfection. The towns are interesting to visit, the turn-based combat is as involved as you want it to be, and the world — as basic as it is — is welcoming and fun to play in. It feels less like an epic adventure so much as a fantasy vacation. If you're a Switch owner yearning for a modern, AAA spin on classic JRPG gameplay, you're likely to find Dragon Quest XI to be a journey worth embarking on.
Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition is actually what it says it is, definitive. It isn’t some DLC stapled to an original release, but a more optimized, fluid, and fully realized experience that players new or old will be able to get something from, and feel absolutely giddy as they get to take in new changes that make sense without harming what was delivered over three years ago.
Surprisingly, Dragon Quest XI S, turned out to be a conversion to which, the months of waiting compared to the other versions, have benefited in a really positive way.
Review in Italian | Read full review
While it's a shame the game is just a port of the Switch version from last year, there is no denying this is one of the best JRPG's in recent memory. The game is excellent in almost every way. If you can't get the Switch version, this is the way to go.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
Dragon Quest XI S is not only a great JRPG, but is the perfect entry point for hesitant veteran RPGamers and newcomers alike.
Dragon Quest XI S: Definitive Edition is true to its title in terms of new content and features. If you can deal with a slight visual downgrade, the improved performance certainly makes it a better experience overall.
A resolve that will inspire many to play the title to completion, while leisurely assimilating its extensive lore, and its litany of character diatribes. I will always remember Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age as one of the best. A must play for gamers that love an incredible fantasy tale, and a must have for the JRPG devout.
Inspired by the previous games, Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition is a must-have title for any JRPG fan, especially for those who enjoy the franchise. It manages to be nostalgic in the details, and it is modern where it really needs to be, especially in the artistic department. The gameplay maintains much of the originality of the franchise and, at the same time, has some changes that refreshes the overall experience.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition is the final and perfect ending to this great turn-based rpg released in 2018. It has flaws, especially the recalling missions and the tedious way to switch between 3D and 2D, but its story with own personality, memorable characters, great soundtrack and a turn-based combat system, make this game an essential in your library if you are a lover of RPGs and games in general. In addition, it will please those who want to bring back the nostalgia of past times.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
A brilliant JRPG, with a striking visual style, lots of extras and a compelling plot, even if it feels a bit too easy. Dragon Quest has finally arrived on Xbox, and it's definitely a worthwhile experience.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Dragon Quest XI is a game of 10, without discussion. But with Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of a Lost Past - Definitive Edition, Square Enix has gotten itself into a bind of laziness when it comes to generating a definitive title of truth. An unexplainable graphic cut-out that weighs down what should be one of the games of the generation.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Dragon Quest XI S is an excellent version of an excellent game and, if you have the time to spare, an enjoyable JRPG for the whole family.
Dragon Quest XI S: Tales of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition is a must play JRPG. The story, characters, music, and gameplay are truly brilliant. Get out there and explore Erdrea for yourself and bask in its greatness.
It adds loads of new content, including new story scenarios, many quality-of-life features, the 2D mode from the Japan-exclusive 3DS version, and packs them all together, making it far surpass the original.
Dragon Quest XI S should be remembered as one of the best JRPGs of the generation — not because it pushes the genre forward, but because it reminds us why we fell in love with role-playing games in the first place.