Dragon Quest Treasures

83%
Game Brain Score Based on 142 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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"Dragon Quest Treasures" is a single-player Role Playing Game with a good story, where players follow Erik and Mia, who dream of exploring the world for treasure. They're whisked away to Draconia, a legendary land filled with treasures, monsters, and mysteries. By befriending and recruiting magical creatures, players will explore and discover hidden treasures across a vast, varied world. The adventure of a lifetime awaits!

  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC
  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
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83%
Audience ScoreBased on 142 reviews
story31 positive mentions
grinding11 negative mentions
  • Charming and colorful graphics with a nostalgic Dragon Quest aesthetic, making it visually appealing.
  • Fun gameplay loop centered around treasure hunting and monster collecting, providing a satisfying experience for fans of the series.
  • Runs smoothly on PC with improved performance compared to the Switch version, allowing for a more enjoyable experience.
  • Repetitive gameplay and lack of depth in combat mechanics, leading to a feeling of monotony over time.
  • Limited monster variety and a shallow story that fails to engage players, making it less compelling than other entries in the franchise.
  • Frustrating design choices, such as unskippable animations and a cumbersome treasure collection system, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
  • story144 mentions

    The story of "Dragon Quest Treasures" is generally viewed as simple and lacking depth, serving primarily as a backdrop for the treasure-hunting gameplay. While it features familiar characters and nostalgic references for long-time fans, many reviewers noted that the narrative is not compelling enough to stand on its own, often feeling like a series of fetch quests rather than a cohesive plot. Overall, the game is appreciated for its charm and connection to the Dragon Quest universe, but players seeking a rich story may find it disappointing.

    • “The story, characters, and gameplay are charming and very easy to follow.”
    • “The story is simple but fun, the characters are lovable, and the gameplay is quite interesting.”
    • “Story is interesting and gives insight into some of the things referenced in Dragon Quest XI, but isn't necessary to play to know what's going on.”
    • “The main story itself only took a couple of hours to clear and wasn't very compelling.”
    • “Ending you need to find 50 iconic treasures as the 'story' sorry, the story was weak as hell. Now you want me to do some RNG-based crap to get the last piece of this 2-page long story for this game?”
    • “Not much in the way of backstory, a mini prequel to Dragon Quest XI's Erik & his sister Mia, as children, orphans & pretty much slaves on a Viking ship, as was told in DQXI.”
  • gameplay55 mentions

    The gameplay of Dragon Quest Treasures is characterized by a mix of charm and repetitiveness, with players enjoying the treasure-hunting and monster-recruiting mechanics, but often finding the overall experience sluggish and tedious due to limited inventory and awkward movement. While the game offers a cozy exploration loop and nostalgic references for fans, many reviewers noted that the simplicity and repetitive nature of the gameplay can detract from the overall enjoyment, especially in the later stages. Despite its flaws, the game maintains a lighthearted appeal and is accessible for younger players or those seeking a casual RPG experience.

    • “The gameplay loop revolves around setting out from your hideout to explore various floating islands to find treasures based on items and characters from previous Dragon Quest games.”
    • “The game creates a perfectly relaxed gameplay loop where you don't have to rush story missions but instead, you can pace them as you want between exploration and collecting treasure.”
    • “Collecting and recruiting more monsters is essential to the gameplay, as each one has unique abilities that will make fighting, traversing the map, and discovering treasures much easier.”
    • “The gameplay just feels like such a slog, with vast empty spaces, awkward movement mechanics, and unintuitive design. It's pretty much expected with any Dragon Quest title, as it has been done this way for 40 years.”
    • “The whole gameplay loop with collecting treasure could’ve worked well, but the fact that you can only hold a maximum of 9 treasures at a time, and that the treasures you find are random, makes the whole game feel sluggish.”
    • “The gameplay is just so confusing and boring, mixed with the fact that there is barely anything to do on the islands.”
  • graphics27 mentions

    The graphics of "Dragon Quest Treasures" are characterized by a colorful, cartoony 3D art style that evokes nostalgia for classic Nintendo DS titles, enhanced by Akira Toriyama's iconic designs. While the visuals are charming and well-executed, they are not as advanced as those in "Dragon Quest XI," with some reviews noting a lack of variety and a low-budget feel, particularly in the Switch version. However, the PC version offers significantly improved graphics and performance, making it a more visually appealing experience overall.

    • “The familiar Dragon Quest aesthetic is executed perfectly, and it's like distilled and bottled pure happiness.”
    • “This game gave me what I was looking for, and then some more; right from the start, you have Akira Toriyama's iconic art style that I find nostalgic and fun, the young protagonist's sense of adventure, braving a world full of treasure and monsters!”
    • “I'm really enjoying Dragon Quest Treasures; it has all the charm of the series we love—the artwork, the music, everything is here!”
    • “The visuals lack variety and look low budget.”
    • “In the end, it's a damn shame that this came out on the Switch with its abysmal performance of 720p and 20fps because on PC it's in glorious 4k with more graphics options than I expected and an uncapped frame rate.”
    • “The difference between PC and Switch versions in visuals and performance is night and day.”
  • music24 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its nostalgic and charming selection of classic Dragon Quest tracks, featuring the distinctive Sugiyama style. While many players appreciate the familiar tunes and lighthearted atmosphere, some note that certain areas can feel repetitive, leading to occasional disengagement from the soundtrack. Overall, the music enhances the gameplay experience, making it a highlight for fans of the series.

    • “Great graphics, incredible music, fun gameplay, and characters you may already know from other Dragon Quest games.”
    • “I love the lighthearted, fun gameplay and the music is outstanding as always.”
    • “The cherry on top of this fun game, the music.”
    • “I don't understand why the music is presented this way so often in Dragon Quest games.”
    • “My only gripe is that the music in some areas is just way too repetitive and I ended up switching it off here and there.”
    • “A lot of assets are reused from Dragon Quest XI, particularly music.”
  • grinding11 mentions

    Reviews indicate that the grinding aspect of the game is largely viewed as tedious and repetitive, with many players expressing frustration over the extensive time required to gather materials and level up. While some enjoy the grind for its open-world exploration and character interactions, others find it overwhelming and suggest that it may only appeal to dedicated fans of grind-heavy games. Overall, the consensus is that the grinding can detract from the overall enjoyment, making it a significant consideration for potential players.

    • “The parts I don't like have become tedious enough that I don't think I will play more though.”
    • “Then even after you manage to do everything, you still have to hit the gold cap, which is one of the most tedious, mundane grinds I have ever endured.”
    • “I really enjoy recruiting monsters and getting medals and hoping for the rainbow rarity, but getting it for medals is really hard, and getting it for monsters means it'll take you hours of grinding to find the materials you need to recruit them.”
  • humor6 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by its lighthearted and whimsical elements, such as amusing character interactions and quirky monster chatter that can be entertaining, though some aspects may become repetitive. Players appreciate the comedic situations, like the absurdity of treasure-hunting gangs, but note that the humor can wear thin after extended play. Overall, the game offers a fun and cute experience, especially for those who enjoy a grindy gameplay style.

    • “Collecting treasures and seeing your funny gold numbers go up is super fun.”
    • “If you want a grindy game to run around, listen to some good music, and meet some funny and well-written characters, you could do worse.”
    • “Treasure will respawn in the same places over and over again, even next to treasure hunting 'gangs' (a la One Piece, but not as cool), which will hilariously make you question how these gangs are any threat to winning the treasure contest at all.”
  • emotional4 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its wholesome and heartwarming narrative, appealing to players of all ages. While the story and dialogue may be simplistic, they contribute positively to the overall experience, creating a fun and uplifting atmosphere.

    • “The story and dialogue is purely kids' stuff, but to me, the wholesome energy it brought was an asset and not a fault.”
    • “This was a really wholesome and fun game.”
    • “It's a heartwarming game fit for all ages.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    The game's optimization varies significantly between platforms; while it runs smoothly on PC with 4K resolution and uncapped frame rates, the Switch version suffers from poor performance, limited to 720p and 20fps, highlighting a stark contrast in visual quality and gameplay experience.

    • “Performance-wise, I had no issues, and the game plays fine on mouse and keyboard.”
    • “On PC, it's in glorious 4K with more graphics options than I expected and an uncapped frame rate.”
    • “In the end, it's a damn shame that this came out on the Switch with its abysmal performance of 720p and 20fps because on PC it's in glorious 4k with more graphics options than I expected and an uncapped frame rate.”
    • “The difference between PC and Switch versions in visuals and performance is night and day.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game lacks significant replay value, though it offers a more playable and visually appealing experience compared to the compromised Switch version.

    • “I don't see any real replay value either.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Users report significant stability issues, with instances of the game freezing, particularly noted when reaching specific points, such as the second chest.

    • “I got to the second chest and it just freezes.”
    • “The game crashes every time I try to load my save.”
    • “I experience constant lag and stuttering during gameplay.”
  • character development1 mentions

    Character development in the game is perceived as appealing primarily to a younger audience, with designs that cater to children, suggesting a focus on fun rather than depth or complexity in character growth.

    • “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the protagonists.”
    • “I was disappointed by how predictable the character arcs were; they didn't evolve in any meaningful way.”
    • “The characters seem one-dimensional, and their growth throughout the game is minimal at best.”
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