‘Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince’ Is Coming to iOS, Android, and Steam on September 11th With All DLC Included From the Switch Release

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 easily 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, priced at $29.99 (mobile) and $39.99 (Steam), including all previously released DLC and the 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 one 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 currently retails at $59.99 (standard) and $84.99 (Digital Deluxe Edition). Given my enjoyment of the Switch version, I'm eager to revisit it on iPhone, iPad, and Steam Deck upon its September 11th multi-platform launch. This swift mobile port following the console release is a welcome change from the typical delays seen in the Dragon Quest series (e.g., Dragon Quest Builders). Pre-register now on the App Store and Google Play! Have you played Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince on Switch? Will you be picking it up on mobile or Steam?

Update: Added comparison image and website information.