Dragon Quest Builders was a recent title that won quite a lot of fans among series veterans and those that enjoy the sort of gameplay that Minecraft brought to the mainstream. It combined resource accumulation and management with plenty of freedom to build and create the world around you. Blend all of that with adventure elements, and it's not hard to see why it found a loyal base of players.
Pleasingly, the announcement of Dragon Quest Builders 2 at Dragon Quest Summer Festival 2017 has also confirmed it'll come to the Switch in addition to the PS4. It will apparently "feature slopes, the ability to dive underwater, a greater limit to the amount of blocks you can stack (it has increased three-fold, both high and low), the ability to fill high places with water, create waterfalls, glide down from high places with a glider, and supports four-person multiplayer". A rip from the extensive live stream below shows a bit of gameplay.
It'll be well into 2018 before this is released, but it's pleasing to see Square Enix supporting the Switch with what could be a major release.
[source gematsu.com]
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Will it come West is the more prevalent question? It looks like it wouldn't be a difficult task.
@SLIGEACH_EIRE The first one did.
@SLIGEACH_EIRE The first one did and it sold decently well and was received well critically. I'd be shocked if it didn't.
I still have to buy the first one for my PS4
I was just saying yesterday that I expect Dragon Quest Builders to come to Switch.
Lo and behold...
The first one was awesome. This looks way better with that Zelda-like glider and underwater exploration.
It's not my cup of tea but I've heard the original was fun so maybe I will check it out.
I'm definitely not a Minecraft guy, but I did think the first Dragon Quest Builder game looked pretty fun, so I'll keep an eye on this. Regardless, it's good to see the Switch get more games.
Interesting...
If SquareEnix can bring Dragon Quest games wether Main series or Spin Off for Switch, so NO Excuses for SquareEnix to not bring FF XII The Zodiac Age, FF X/X-2 HD Remaster, Kingdom Hearts 1.5 + 2.5 HD Remix, Kingdom Hearts 3, World of Final Fantasy, FF XV , FF XIV Online to Nintendo Switch.
Also.... I heard a Rumour about FF XIII Trilogy for PS4 (Really ?! ). So, please someone confirm to me about that.
@JaxonH
You have a gift, expect more!
Considering how popular Minecraft is on Switch now, it makes sense to bring this to Switch to cater to that audience.
Well how about that. They are actually bringing the sequel to Switch instead of a predecessor like certain other third parties. Sounds lile Square knows what's up
Awesome! I need this and DQ 11 for Switch in the West!
YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I LOVED!!!! Dragon Quest Builders on my Vita, I am SO glad that 2 is coming to Switch! Day one buy for me!!!
And all the talk about actual new games (in established franchises) on Nintendo consoles from Square-Enix (Kingdom Hearts III, Final Fantasy XV, an actual new Dragon Quest) has promptly been swept under the rug.
Also, off-topic:
No one has talked about this bad boy here and I am perfectly fine with it.
This lazy rehash of a "new form" deserves as little fanfare and coverage as it could possibly get.
Gosh, this looks great. Seems like all the reasons I can't get into Minecraft are resolved. I guess I just need some regular-looking adventurers a la Zelda or DQ to push my buttons in a world-builder game.
Can't wait!
The first one was great and DQB is a good fit for Switch.
@NImH I am not a fan of minecraft, but really liked Builders.
@SLIGEACH_EIRE Even if it doesn't, the game isn't text heavy, so you could get the Japanese version
Another game that's better played on Switch over PS4, because it's the perfect game to play on the go.
I'm really excited about dq builders 2 coming on the switch, I would love it if they put the first one on there too . ☺
@TheLZdragon That's what I was thinking from the video.
Oh man, that charater gliding off the top of a mountain brings BotW to mind almost instantly. Anyway, I never played the original, but I'm fully willing to give this sequel a chance if it's coming to the Switch.
And come on people: if the previous game came out state-side for the Vita, of all systems, the sequel will definitely come to the Switch in Western territories. Only question mark is if the game will get a physical release or not.
I tried the demo on my vita, it seemed promising but I didn't end up buying it.
Would definitely pick this up on switch though!
I was pretty happy to hear this. I was mildly interested in the original, but never enough to buy a console for.
We certanly NEED this.
Anyway. WHERE IS DRAGON QUEST XI !??!
If there's any sort of story or progression then I'm in. Looks like a must have in my book
@Pokefanmum82 I always wanted to but never got around to buying the first one on PS4. I like the idea of being able to play this on the go so I think I'll just wait to scoop the new one up as well as the new Dragon Quest XI next year.
@AlexSora89 I'd rather have Dragon Quest 11 on Switch than Builders, honestly. Any port of Kingdom Hearts 3 would come out by the time I've finished the game on Xbox One, so that won't make a difference for me. So I half agree with you, I suppose.
This reminds me I still need to go back and finish the original on the Vita. Should be a good fit for Switch and as others have said it's not bad even if you're not into Minecraft.
Awesome, I'm looking forward to playing this. I do have a PS4, but I don't really use it, so I'm glad it's coming to Switch 😊
Slopes? Well that's more than Mario Maker has.
Yes. Give me all the Dragon Quest.
@AlexSora89 I find it kind of troubling that even though we are only three months away from the release of Pokémon Ultra Sun and Moon there has been next to zero coverage of the game. In fact, we only know about the Necrozma fusions of Solgaleo and Lunala and now this very yawn-inducing "new" form of Lycanroc. I thought they would have more tricks up their sleeve, but it's almost too late to play those cards now, which makes me think that this is going to be a very ho-hum retread of Sun and Moon. What a letdown. Though, if I can be completely honest, I'm kind of glad I can save 80 bucks by not buying the new games.
@AlexSora89 I guess on the surface, it seems like a lazy color palette swap. Unfortunately, they haven't been very forthcoming with info on what makes it different.
@thesilverbrick Why would it be too late?
Good. Love DQ games
Seems that ubisoft and square enix are the biggest supporters with techo koei and namco
Hi all,my first post on this site but some may know me from Push Square
Dragon Quest builders was one of,if not my favourite game(s)of 2016!A sequel is more than welcome but the big question to me is will I buy it for my PS4 like the original or for the Nintendo Switch which at this rate I may still be waiting for (pre ordered a month ago with Amazon)?
Meh.
I hate Minecraft. This looks way better.
I'd get this if it comes west!
Not only is my favorite PS4 game getting a sequel, but it's also coming to the Switch, where it'll be significantly enhanced by portability? Best news since E3 right here.
Bought the original for my nephews, they'll be playing it when they come home from holiday. I hope they'll spend more time on World of Final Fantasy, but at least it won't be Minecraft. (which they aren't playing on home consoles, but I still felt I needed a safety net)
So happy to hear this announced. Enjoyed the first one a fair bit and if this comes overseas, I'll preorder!
This looks really interesting. I am curious though as to if it's procedurally generated, or has any sort of story involved. Personally I find the idea of a destructible pre-designed open world with regenerating features (As in, trees and stuff growing back over time but things the player builds staying) to be really interesting, especially if there were some sort of campaign to pursue within it.
Nice to see some Square Enix support, now, the question is, will this come to the west or will we watch Japan jealously again, like with Dragon Quest Heroes I and II?
I will partake.
@Wazeddie22
I have both and if your anything like me, you will find yourself playing your switch a lot more because of how versatile it is. If you know anyone else with a switch it a no brainer. Local multi is as easy as showing up to a mates place and joining in. I only use my PS4 when I find a game really cheap and haven't played it yet. I'm not even a PlayStation plus member because it's just a wast of time now. Still, it's up to you and your gaming habits. Welcome to Nintendo life.👍🏻
I'm waiting for Dragon Quest Builders 3.
Slopes. Dudeeeee
@OneArmedGiant Hey,cheers for the welcome
Unfortunately I don't know anyone with or even want a Switch as all my friends and family are in the Ps4 camp,like myself.But unlike them I have had my eye on the new Nintendo console since it was announced and after the reveal of Mario And Rabbids Kingdom Battle I am kicking myself I never bought it day one.
I never owned the Wii U but loved the Wii and Iike that system I imagine the Switch will be used as mainly a party/multiplayer console.Because the plan is once I finally have the Switch and If I enjoy it as much as every one else,I'm going to try and convince at least one person to buy one..
@Arnold-Kage Atlus seems to be as well.
I'm more interested in a real Dragons Quest game. Seen a lot of articles and a lot of references to Japan. Wake me up when it's actually here for the West.
I loved Dragon Quest Builders on Vita! I would definitely be up for this!
YESSSSSSS
@SLIGEACH_EIRE If it doesn't get localized, then good news, you can still import it.
I'm looking but can't find anything. Can some1 tell me which of the DQ games are confirm for West release? DQX, DQXI, DQ Heroes 1&2 and now this. Are all this games confirm for West on Switch too?
What's this? Giving us a brand new title rather than giving us overpriced ports of older games as "tests"?
Are you taking notes, Capcom? Square Enix will be getting my money, not you. This is how you do third party support.
@UmbreonsPapa Based on the history of Pokémon game reveals, usually the developers reveal interesting aspects of upcoming mainline games over several months before release. By this time in the development of Sun and Moon last year we knew far more about the games. Their silence and deliberate procrastination in revealing details tells me they don't have much to say about Ultra Sun and Moon. I'd like to be proven wrong, but I don't have high hopes that these titles will be anything more than a halfhearted retread of Sun and Moon with very minimal additions.
Great news. Enjoyed the first game, but still not completed it.
I played the first one on my Vita and enjoyed it for some time, but it couldn't hold my attention very long. The adventure part was mostly good, but building felt a little inferior to something like Minecraft.
@UmbreonsPapa
Yep. Pokémon Bureaucracy at work.
@thesilverbrick
And this is the Pokémon Bureaucracy Backlash-induced Backfire at work.
@LArachelDisciple
My point exactly!
@xPH03N1Xx86
Your right but it sega/atlus right since atlus owned by sega
I feel like I wasted money on MineCraft. I just have no interest after playing about 20 forced hours trying to like it. I will probably pass on this. But gosh, would sure love to see Dragon Quest X and XI
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