When Square Enix released the enchanting monster collecting RPG *Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince* on the Nintendo Switch last year, it quickly captured my heart despite some technical hiccups. The game's charm and engaging gameplay loop set it apart from other *Dragon Quest* spinoffs on the platform, matching the excellence of *Dragon Quest Builders 2*. While I anticipated a PC port akin to *Dragon Quest Treasures*, the idea of a mobile version seemed far-fetched—until now. Square Enix has just announced that *Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince* ($23.99) is set to expand beyond its Switch exclusivity, coming to iOS, Android, and Steam on September 11th, complete with all previously released DLC, including the Digital Deluxe Edition content. You can get a glimpse of what's in store by watching the trailer below:
Square Enix has shared comparison images showcasing how the game looks on mobile, Switch, and Steam, which you can view on their official Japanese website. Here's a sneak peek:
It's worth noting that the network mode for Online Battles available in the Switch version, where players can compete in real-time, will not be included in the Steam and mobile versions.
Currently, *Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince* is available on Nintendo Switch at $59.99 for the standard edition and $84.99 for the Digital Deluxe Edition. Having thoroughly enjoyed my time with it on Switch, I am eagerly anticipating replaying it for review on iPhone, iPad, and Steam Deck upon its launch on the new platforms on September 11th. It's exciting to see Square Enix bringing more *Dragon Quest* titles to mobile so soon after their initial console release. While I had initially projected a 2027 mobile release, given the typical delays seen with the series, such as *Dragon Quest Builders*, this early release is a pleasant surprise. The game is priced at $29.99 on mobile and $39.99 on Steam. You can pre-register for it on the App Store for iOS [here](App Store link) and on Google Play for Android [here](Google Play link). Have you experienced *Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince* on Switch, or are you planning to give it a try on mobile and Steam when it launches in two weeks?
Update: Added comparison image and website information.
