Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age

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• ZZTGD

  Anthony Mann · Sep 28, 2018

  9.0

  I would suggest picking this game up and having it being the side game to the blockbuster titles coming out right now to bridge the gap between the big releases, because it moves fast enough with the plot to always feel like something is being accomplished but not as fast as say Spider-Man that came out the same week. Don’t let Dragon Quest XI be lost in the Fall game rush.

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• GRGame Rant

  Dalton Cooper · Sep 22, 2018

  9.0

  As far as turn-based JRPGs go, Dragon Quest 11 is one of the best we’ve seen in years. The game delivers a classic-style JRPG adventure with small, smart tweaks that make it feel like a more modern take on the genre. For these reasons, it’s an absolute must-play, especially for fans of the genre, and it deserves continued sales success.

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• WTWay Too Many Games

  Thomas Medina · Sep 19, 2018

  7.5

  Overall, Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age is exactly what it says on the box; no more, no less. It’s a chance to relive the glory days when JRPG’s were still in their infancy, with some more modern trappings. There may be some question of where in the current RPG landscape Dragon Quest’s simplistic and predictable approach to the genre fits in, but regardless you’re in for 80+ hours of one of the most lovingly crafted worlds in gaming today with a rock solid battle system and a charming party, even if the story and some design choices feel like everything you’ve seen before.

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• PSPush Square

  Robert Ramsey · Sep 13, 2018

  9.0

  Dragon Quest XI sticks to what it does best, offering a traditional Japanese RPG experience that's simply a joy to be a part of. It's an old school adventure wrapped up in gorgeous current-gen visuals, but it's the lovable characters that win the day. The game's fit to burst with personality, wit, and charm, superbly localised and meticulously crafted. It may not push the genre forward, but it's peak Dragon Quest, and it's absolutely one of the best RPGs on PS4.

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• PGPC Gamer

  Chris Schilling · Sep 11, 2018

  6.8

  And plenty of players will no doubt be glad it has. If the idea of spending 60+ hours with an extremely old-fashioned and undemanding RPG sounds appealing, then by all means fill your boots. But this is a distinctly unadventurous kind of adventure.

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• GGameSpew

  Kyle Bradford · Aug 28, 2018

  9.0

  Because, at the end of the day, nothing is ever going to match up against the original that inspired it. In an age where countless games are trying to imitate the past, there’s nothing like having Dragon Quest back where it belongs. It is indeed one of the best games in a series of greats, and a JRPG that is without a doubt an instant classic. One I will undoubtedly cherish for many years to come.

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