Games like DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake
If DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake is your kind of game, the closest matches are DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake, DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined and DRAGON QUEST® XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age™ - Definitive Edition — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its atmospheric, epic and immersive. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
Get personalized picks →DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake is a 2024 RPG developed by Square Enix and ARTDINK, featuring the HD-2D visual style that blends pixel art with 3D environments. The game centers on a classic hero's journey with an emotional narrative involving the protagonist's father, and reviewers highlight how the story is engaging throughout. Gameplay emphasizes character progression through a deep job system with multi-classing and stat inheritance, alongside boss fights, exploration, and item collection within a fantasy setting. Players describe the experience as atmospheric, epic, immersive, and lighthearted, with nostalgic appeal tied to its place as the opening chapter of the beloved Erdrick Trilogy. The game offers highly customizable difficulty through draconian options, and is verified for Steam Deck play at $59.99. The game currently holds a 91% positive rating from over 1,400 Steam reviews.
About DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake: DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake is a stunning reimagining of the beloved masterpiece and narrative beginning to The Erdrick Trilogy.
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DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake
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Shares party management, item collection, adventure and an epic mood with DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.
Top pick for DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares RPG with DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.
DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake is a stunning reimagination of the first two legendary adventures in The Erdrick Trilogy, brought together in one package.
DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined
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Shares class specialization, side quests, adventure and an epic mood with DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.
Second-strongest match for DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares RPG with DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.
Unravel the mysteries of the past in DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined! Gather your companions and travel beyond the shores of your small kingdom to discover why it is the only remaining island in the world.
DRAGON QUEST® XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age™ - Definitive Edition
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Shares an epic mood with DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.
Third-strongest match for DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares RPG with DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.
The Definitive Edition includes the critically acclaimed DRAGON QUEST XI, plus additional scenarios, orchestral soundtrack, 2D mode and more! Whether you are a longtime fan or a new adventurer, this is the ultimate DQXI experience.
Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes
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Shares an atmospheric mood with DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.
Ranked #4 for DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries.
Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is designed to bring players a modern take on a classic JRPG experience. Get ready to lead 100+ playable characters through a war-torn world only you can save.
Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven
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Shares skill tree progression, turn based combat, adventure and an epic mood with DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.
Ranked #5 for DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares RPG with DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.
In this non-linear RPG, rule and expand the Empire of Varennes across multiple generations. Discover a vast array of story experiences as you fight the Seven Heroes in an epic battle that plays out over thousands of years.
FINAL FANTASY
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Shares turn based combat and an epic mood with DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.
Ranked #6 for DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares RPG with DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.
The original FINAL FANTASY comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the first game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.
Tactics Ogre: Reborn
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Shares an epic mood with DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.
Ranked #7 for DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares RPG with DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.
Tactics Ogre, crown jewel of the tactical role-playing genre, is reborn! Based on the 2010 release, the game features improved graphics and sound, as well as updated game design, bringing to life a new Tactics Ogre that remains true to its roots.
Posse of 3
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Ranked #8 for DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares RPG with DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.
Posse of Three is an RPG Maker game that takes place in a wild west setting with heavy fantasy elements! You will play as 3 main characters. Sammy a young settler, Ahiga a native man, and Fennic a wild fawn. Expect traditional turn based rpg combat with a gripping wild west story.
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Hailed as one of the largest, longest and most meticulously detailed turn-based JRPG series of all time, this first chapter in the ongoing Trails saga sets the stage for what's quickly become Ys developer Nihon Falcom's most popular and best-selling franchise in their entire 30+ year history.
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Persona 5 Royal
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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition
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Winner of more than 200 Game of the Year Awards, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition brings the epic fantasy to life in stunning detail. The Special Edition includes the critically acclaimed game and add-ons with all-new features.
Ni no Kuni™ II: Revenant Kingdom
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Join the young king Evan as he sets out on an epic quest to found a new kingdom and, with the help of some new friends, unite his world, saving its people from a terrible evil.
CHRONO TRIGGER®
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The timeless RPG classic returns loaded with upgrades! Journey to the forgotten past, to the far future, and to the end of time. A big adventure to save the planet, now begins…
DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined
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Shares class specialization, side quests, adventure and an epic mood with DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.
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Unravel the mysteries of the past in DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined! Gather your companions and travel beyond the shores of your small kingdom to discover why it is the only remaining island in the world.
OCTOPATH TRAVELER™
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Eight travelers. Eight adventures. Eight roles to play. Embark on an epic journey across the vast and wondrous world of Orsterra and discover the captivating stories of each of the eight travelers.
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Stardew Valley
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Fallout: New Vegas
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Palworld
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Fight, farm, build and work alongside mysterious creatures called "Pals" in this completely new multiplayer, open world survival and crafting game!
Hades
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Defy the god of the dead as you hack and slash out of the Underworld in this rogue-like dungeon crawler from the creators of Bastion, Transistor, and Pyre.
Vampire Survivors
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Mow down thousands of night creatures and survive until dawn! Vampire Survivors is a gothic horror casual game with rogue-lite elements, where your choices can allow you to quickly snowball against the hundreds of monsters that get thrown at you. Be the bullet hell!
Don't Starve Together
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Priced ~75% under DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake on Steam right now.
Fight, Farm, Build and Explore Together in the standalone multiplayer expansion to the uncompromising wilderness survival game, Don't Starve.
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Grimm's Hollow
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Magic Archery
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Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares RPG with DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.
Train a commoner to become the greatest archer in this short incremental game! Increase your stats, gather wealth from quests, buy upgrades, and infuse your arrows with magic.
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NieR:Automata™
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FINAL FANTASY XIV Online
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FINAL FANTASY XV WINDOWS EDITION
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FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE
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FINAL FANTASY VII
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FINAL FANTASY XVI
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FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH
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DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined
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Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares RPG with DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.
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Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares RPG with DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake.
Tactics Ogre, crown jewel of the tactical role-playing genre, is reborn! Based on the 2010 release, the game features improved graphics and sound, as well as updated game design, bringing to life a new Tactics Ogre that remains true to its roots.
Frequently asked about DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake
- Is DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake verified for Steam Deck?
- Yes — DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
- How much does DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake cost?
- DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake is listed on Steam at 59.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
- What games are most similar to DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake are DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake, DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined, DRAGON QUEST® XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age™ - Definitive Edition.
- Who developed DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake?
- DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake was developed by Square Enix, ARTDINK and published by Square Enix.
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