Dragon Quest Gets Two Shadow Drops On Xbox Today, Including A New Remaster
During today’s Nintendo Direct, two Dragon Quest titles received surprise shadow drop announcements for Xbox Series X|S. Square Enix revealed that Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World, the upcoming monster-collecting adventure game, will have a playable demo available immediately for Xbox players. The full game remains on track for a December release on the console.
In addition to the demo release, Square Enix has remastered the classic dungeon crawler Dragon Quest Heroes: Torneko’s Mystery Dungeon as an HD version. This remaster is now available on Xbox as a shadow drop following the Nintendo Direct announcement.
These simultaneous announcements showcase Square Enix’s commitment to bringing Dragon Quest experiences to Xbox audiences. The strategy combines immediate access to a beloved classic in enhanced form with early hands-on time for an upcoming new entry in the franchise, giving Xbox players a comprehensive look at the Dragon Quest series.