The latest issue of Weekly Jump introduces the new horse racing and returning casino features of Dragon Quest XI: In Search of Departed Time.
Here’s an overview of each feature:
Horse Racing
Competitive racing using horses that is popular in certain countries. If you win a race, you will get items as well. Drive ahead of your formidable rivals, and aim for the goal at the top. On the course, there may also be jump stands and places with bad footing. But aim for victory, beat your record, and challenge the races time and time again!
Casino
Exchange G (gold) for coins and take on various games. You can exchange the coins you earn for wonderful prizes. Games pictured include the slot machine, poker, and roulette.
The magazine also has a brief section for quests and small medals. By completing quests, you can resolve peoples’ problems and even take on formidable enemies. By collecting small medals, you can receive rewards.
Dragon Quest XI: In Search of Departed Time will launch for PlayStation 4 and 3DS on July 29 in Japan. A Switch version is also planned, but has yet to be shown or dated.
Dragon Quest XI Gameplay, 'In Those Days, We Were Heroes' Trailer
《勇者斗恶龙 XI 寻觅逝去的时光》真人PV“那个时候我们曾经是勇者”宣传片 & 新要素限制Play公布
官方在昨天的《勇者斗恶龙 XI 寻觅逝去的时光》的直播节目中,首次公布了最新的真人PV。在这一段的特别宣传影像“那个时候我们曾经是勇者”,再现了从系列第一作《勇者斗恶龙》发售起,也就是1986年5月27日到现在游玩《勇者斗恶龙》的玩家各种经历,发售日时排长队买游戏,为了赶紧玩到放学后箭步冲回家,裹着被子熬夜打游戏等,让人实感这30年的历史,看后很感动,就算是勇者掉掉眼泪也是可以的。
Square Enix revealed 25 minutes of new gameplay footage of Dragon Quest XI: In Search of Departed Time alongside new information and a nostalgic, live-action trailer during a “Countdown Carnival” live stream from Osaka today.
The following new details were shared:
■ Samadhi, the Desert Town
A desert town called Samadhi was revealed.
■ Q&A
01. In making the 30th anniversary title and 11th numbered title, was there anything that you were inspired by?
Before the development of Dragon Quest XI, the staff went to Machu Picchu, so you may see its atmosphere reflected in the map.
02. What is that white monster on the Dragon Quest Life website?
These monsters are called “incarnations of time.” You’ll frequently encounter them in various locations throughout the game world. Horii couldn’t say too much, as it would be a spoiler.
03. We’ve seen Ishi Village and Delcadar Kingdom, but what other villages and towns exist in the world of Dragon Quest XI?
There are about 20 bases, including villages, towns, and castles. A Japanese-stlye, Jipang-esque “fire town” was shown, pictured below. A major event will happen here.
■ Restricted Play System
Dragon Quest XI will have a “Restricted Play” system, allowing you to play the game with certain restrictions. A screenshot was shown where shopping was restricted. Even when you talk to the owner of the shop while playing with shopping restrictions, you won’t be able to see what he is selling.
Dragon Quest XI: In Search of Departed Time will launch for PlayStation 4 and 3DS on July 29 in Japan. A Switch version is also planned, but has yet to be shown or dated.
Dragon Quest X launches August 17 for PS4, September 21 for Switch in Japan
PS4 和 Switch 版本《勇者斗恶龙 X》发售日公布
官方在昨天的《勇者斗恶龙 XI 寻觅逝去的时光》的直播节目中,正式公开了PS4版本和Switch版本的《勇者斗恶龙 X》发售日。两版本均为收录了《勇者斗恶龙 X》 1~3版本的“ALL IN ONE”版。其中PS4版确认将于8月17日发售,售价4800日元。Switch版本发售日为9月21日,售价同样为4800日元。
Dragon Quest X will launch for PlayStation 4 on August 17 and Switch on September 21 in Japan, Square Enix announced.
Each version of the game will be priced at 4,800 yen and ship as the “All In One Package” edition, which includes the Versions 1, Version 2, and Version 3 updates of the massively multiplayer online RPG.
As for the monthly fee, on PlayStation 4 it will cost 1,500 yen a month for five characters, and on Switch, between 1,000 and 1,500 yen a month for three to five characters
Dragon Quest XI details horse racing, casino, quests, and Small Medals
Square Enix has updated the official website for Dragon Quest XI: In Search of Departed Time with new information and screenshots about the game’s horse racing and casino elements, quests, and “Small Medal” collection.
Get the details below.
■ Places to Stop By
There are a number of places to stop by in Dragon Quest XI, including the series’ familiar casino, as well as completely new locations.
Horse Racing
Horse racing is popular sport in some countries. Compete against famous knights to determine the best horse rider. If you win, you will receive a prize.
—Get the better of your rivals and be the first to reach the goal to win!
—There are quagmires and pumpkins in addition to jump stands.
—Overcome various obstacles!
—Aim for the win and to update your record!
Casino
At the casino, you can exchange the coins you have on hand to enjoy various games such as the slots and roulette. You can exchange the coins you earn for wonderful prizes. You may even be able to acquire valuable items.
—Slots: Spend coins to spin the reel, and if the pattern lines up, you’ll win a heaping of coins!
—Poker: A five-card card game. You can even double up by betting the coins you win!
—Roulette: On which number and color will the ball stop? Take on this single-point-concentrated game where you’ll either win big or lose big!
Quests
There are many people with troubles in the world. It is the duty of the hero to help such people. If you solve their problems well, you’ll receive a reward as a thank-you.
—In the middle of resolving a problem, you may end up in a fight against a strong enemy!
—A 3DS screenshot of a quest being cleared.
Small Medals
All over the world, you can sometimes find “Small Medals.” It is said that there is someone somewhere in the world who will give you wonderful rewards in exchange for them. Collect these medals to get rewards.
—In a certain place, there is someone who will ask you collect medals.
Dragon Quest XI: In Search of Departed Time will launch for PlayStation 4 and 3DS on July 29 in Japan.
The latest issue of Weekly Jump has new information about Dragon Quest XI: In Search of Departed Time party characters Veronica and Senya, as well as the Homura Village first teased last Saturday.
Here are the details:
Veronica
Veronica hates being treated like a child. She can equip two-handed staffs and whips as weapons. Despite her small size, she is a tomboy who won’t flinch in a fight no matter her opponent. She can unleash beyond-powerful attack spells that prove her use as the party’s attacker.
Spells she can use include:
“Kafrizzle” – A powerful spell where a pillar of overly-hot flames attack the enemy.
“Gilaglade” – Heat up and clear away the enemy with the earth-shaking flame that is this powerful attack spell.
Her weapon skills include:
“Berserk Magic Circle” – A special skill using the two-handed staff that strengthens spells.
“Extreme Dragon Strike” – A special skill using the whip that consecutively strikes the enemy.
Senya
Senya is a healer who can cure her allies. She can equip spears and sticks. She has a kind heart and gentle personality. In contrast to Veronica, her language is awfully polite. Her easygoing and gentle personality may even make Veronica impatient at times.
Spells she can use include:
“Kerplunk” – A spell that heals all party members at the expense of herself.
“Kaswooshle” – An attack spell, which Senya can also use.
“Holy Light” – No description provided.
Her weapon skills include:
“Flash Strike” – A special skill using the stick and spear.
Homura Village (Fire Village)
A village at the foot of Hinonogi Volcano characterized by Japanese-style buildings. It thrives in smithing and has a famous steam bath house. There is a shrine in the back of the village where a the shrine maiden who governs over the village lives.