Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince
News, coverage and analysis tracking Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince across the outlets.
Nintendo reveals Japan’s best-selling digital games for June 2026Nintendo has released the top-selling digital games for June 2026 on the Japanese Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch eShops. Star Fox led the charts for the Nintendo Switch 2, while Powerful Pro Baseball topped the list for the standard Nintendo Switch. The data includes a variety of new releases and popular franchises.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continuesThe Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
Nintendo reveals Japan’s best-selling digital games for May 2026Nintendo has released the best-selling digital games for May 2026 on the Japanese Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch eShops. Pokemon Pokopia topped the charts for Switch 2, while Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream led sales on the original Switch. The data includes a variety of titles, with several Final Fantasy games appearing on the Switch 2 list.- Daily Video Game Deals Jun 13 – Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap, Nioh 3, Silent Hill 2, Sengoku Dynasty Ultimate Edition, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN, Persona 5 Royal & MoreDaily Video Game Deals for June 13, 2026, are now live across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The sale features discounts on numerous titles including Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap, Nioh 3, Silent Hill 2, Sengoku Dynasty Ultimate Edition, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN, and Persona 5 Royal.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World Voice Actors and DLC DetailedSquare Enix has detailed the voice actors and downloadable content for Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World, set to release on December 3, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The game will feature over 500 monsters and a fusion synthesis system. Four DLC add-ons are available, including a Scout Run VIP Card, Mega Mole Hole, Metallic Ring, and Monster Marathons, which can be purchased individually or as a set.
DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Withered World Brings Back Favourites And Declares Holiday 2026 LaunchDRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Withered World was announced at Summer Game Fest 2026, with further details revealed today. The game, set in the world of DRAGON QUEST V, features protagonists Bianca and Nera and over 500 monsters to recruit and battle. It is scheduled to launch on December 3, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with four DLC packs also announced.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World Release Date Set in New TrailerDragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World is set to release on December 3 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. This new monster-collecting RPG is set in the world of Dragon Quest V and features Bianca and Nera as protagonists, with Debora also making an appearance. The previous entry, Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince, was released in 2023.
Dragon Quest Monsters Withered World revealed for Nintendo Switch 2Square Enix has revealed Dragon Quest Monsters Withered World, a new entry in the monster-collecting series, for the Nintendo Switch. The game will feature monster merging mechanics to create more powerful allies. It is scheduled to launch on December 3rd.- Daily Video Game Deals Jun 6 – Skull and Bones, The Precinct, Persona 3 Reload, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Alan Wake 2 & MoreDaily Video Game Deals for June 6, 2026, are now live across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The sale features significant discounts on titles such as Skull and Bones, The Precinct, Persona 3 Reload, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, and Alan Wake 2, among many others.
Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince, Slay the Spire, Spiritfarer, Toem, moreThe North American Nintendo Switch eShop is featuring new sales, including the lowest prices ever for titles like Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince, Slay the Spire, Spiritfarer, and Toem. The article lists numerous other discounted games available on the platform.
Dragon Quest Monsters Finally Drops Nintendo Exclusivity with a New PS5 GameA new Dragon Quest Monsters game, titled Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World, has been announced for PlayStation 5, marking a significant shift from the series' traditional exclusivity on Nintendo platforms. This title, known as Dragon Quest Monsters 4 in Japan, will be the first mainline entry on a PlayStation console since Dragon Quest Monsters 1+2 on the PlayStation 1 in 2002. Further details and gameplay information are expected soon.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World Stars Bianca and NeraSquare Enix announced Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World, a new entry in the spin-off series featuring younger versions of Bianca and Nera from Dragon Quest V. The game is in development for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, with no release date announced yet. Game Programmer Yuji Horii also revealed this new title during the Dragon Quest 40th anniversary update.- Daily Video Game Deals May 1 – Yakuza: Like A Dragon, Charon’s Staircase, Rico London, Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster, Resident Evil 4 & MoreDaily video game deals for May 1st include discounts on titles such as Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Resident Evil 4, and Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster. These offers are available across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
- Daily Video Game Deals Apr 15 – DreadOut Remastered Collection, SOUTH PARK – SNOW DAY!, BLEACH Rebirth of Souls, Painkiller, LEGO 2K Drive, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii & MoreDaily video game deals for April 15th include titles such as DreadOut Remastered Collection, SOUTH PARK: SNOW DAY!, BLEACH Rebirth of Souls, Painkiller, LEGO 2K Drive, and Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii. Discounts are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms.
- Daily Video Game Deals Mar 17 + Blades of Fire, Killing Floor III, REYNATIS, Frostpunk 2: Ice Breaker, Rugrats: Adventures in Gameland, Hogwarts Legacy, Little Nightmares III, DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Dark Prince & MoreDaily video game deals for March 17, 2026, offer discounts on a wide variety of titles including Blades of Fire, Killing Floor III, REYNATIS, Frostpunk 2: Ice Breaker, Rugrats: Adventures in Gameland, Hogwarts Legacy, Little Nightmares III, and DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Dark Prince. Savings are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms.
- The Dark Prince’ Is Coming to iOS, Android, and Steam on September 11th With All DLC Included From the Switch Release – TouchArcadeSquare Enix announced that Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince will be released on iOS, Android, and Steam on September 11th, including all previously released DLC. The game, originally launched on Nintendo Switch, will be priced at $29.99 for mobile and $39.99 for Steam. The online battle mode from the Switch version will not be included in the PC and mobile releases.
- The Dark Prince’ iOS Review – Much Better Than Switch, but Lacking in Two Ways – TouchArcadeDragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince offers a significantly improved experience on iOS, Android, and PC compared to its Nintendo Switch release, primarily due to its lower price point and inclusion of all paid DLC. While the mobile version omits real-time online multiplayer and controller support, the enhanced performance, better visuals, and robust gameplay mechanics make it a compelling monster-collecting RPG. The Steam Deck version also provides a solid experience for those prioritizing controller input.
'What the F*ck Are We Doing Here?': PS5 Fans Slam Square Enix for Sloppy Multiformat StrategyPlayStation fans are expressing frustration with Square Enix's inconsistent multiformat strategy, citing recent releases like Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remaster and Paranoramasight: The Mermaid's Curse skipping PlayStation consoles. Despite Square Enix's stated shift to a multiformat approach following disappointing sales of PS5 exclusives like Final Fantasy 16 and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, numerous titles have launched on other platforms without PS5 ports, leading to fan dissatisfaction.