New Dragon Quest Monsters Game Coming to Mobile and Steam

TouchArcade Rating: Last year's Switch release of Square Enix's monster-collecting RPG, Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince, was a delightful experience despite some technical hiccups. Its charm and addictive gameplay surpassed other Dragon Quest spin-offs on the platform, rivaling the excellent Dragon Quest Builders 2. While a PC port was anticipated, a mobile release came as a pleasant surprise. Square Enix has announced that the previously Switch-exclusive title will launch on iOS, Android, and Steam on September 11th, encompassing all previously released DLC, including the Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince Digital Deluxe Edition content. See the trailer below:

Comparison images showcasing the game's visuals across mobile, Switch, and Steam platforms are available on the official Japanese website. Here's an example:

Importantly, the online real-time battle mode from the Switch version will be absent in the Steam and mobile releases.

The Nintendo Switch version is priced at $59.99 (standard) and $84.99 (Digital Deluxe Edition). Given my enjoyment of the Switch version, I eagerly anticipate reviewing the mobile (iPhone/iPad) and Steam Deck versions upon their September 11th launch. This swift mobile porting is commendable, especially considering the typical delays seen in the Dragon Quest series' mobile releases (e.g., Dragon Quest Builders). The mobile price is set at $29.99, while the Steam version will cost $39.99. Pre-register on the App Store (iOS) and Google Play (Android).

Have you experienced Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince on Switch? Will you be exploring it on mobile or Steam?

Update: Added comparison image and website information.