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Dragon Quest Builders Now Available On Steam

Until today, there was no PC version of Dragon Quest Builders. Square Enix‘s game, which is a hybrid of Minecraft‘s building mechanics and Dragon Quest’s Toriyama universe, launched exclusively on consoles and mobile devices eight years ago. While the sequel DID make its way to PC, the original never did…until now.

In Dragon Quest Builders you are tasked with rebuilding the ruined realm of Alefgard, which means gathering materials, crafting unique items and building, building, building. The realm can look like whatever you want, you’re the architect. The PC version packs in all DLC that’s been produced for the other versions, including “Terra Incognita,” the content that was added to the mobile version last year.

  • Place blocks with a single mouse-click and destroy blocks and items more easily.
  • A convenient Undo Button function has been added to allow Builders to restore their work.
  • “Big Bash”, a convenient function introduced in DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS 2, allows Builders to simultaneously destroy objects within a certain range.
  • Collectible items, such as NPC and monster figures, are available in-game.
  • Pixels can be collected and exchanged for a variety of useful items.
  • Convert buildings into Build Cards to share with friends and scan their buildings to have them show up on player islands.

The additional content in “Terra Incognita” includes:

  • Boss Monster Model Set – Builders can unpack several giant posable monster figures that can be added to their worlds.
  • Astronomy Set – Builders can light up the night sky with ten stars and planets to bring the beauty of the galaxy to their backyard.
  • Pixel Ring – More than just a pretty accessory, Builders can wear a Pixel Ring that grants higher number of “pixels” when defeating an enemy in “Terra Incognita”, which they can then use to create special items on the “Dragon Quest Game Pack” workstation.
  • Magic Carpet – Builders can use a magic carpet as they observe, build, and explore their structures from the sky, as well as listen to special music as they travel.

Dragon Quest Builders is now available on Steam.

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gohan210

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I enjoyed the demo; it brought back memories of Dark Cloud 1 and 2 on the PS2. This differs from Minecraft in that it features questlines, NPCs, and an overall RPG plot. It's more than just a sandbox game like Minecraft. They were able to secure a presale by releasing an excellent demo. I long for the demo days. I wish more film studios will revert to that format. Try the demo if you haven't already; you might be surprised.

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QuantumEcho55

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It saddens me that Square Enix's lackluster marketing is keeping this game from selling as well as it could. Surprisingly few people even know it exists. This explains why other recent DQ games have not been localized: SE will view it as just another poorly received western localization and become even less eager to localize additional DQ titles in the future. What an amazing game. New releases in KH and the main FF franchises are widely known due to the excessive amount of marketing that goes into those series. They don't even spend half that much on marketing for a DQ game. Sad, really. If they did, more people would notice.

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Derrek

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The only thing I didn't like about this game were the incredibly annoying ghosts that stalk you at night and can teleport into your base despite having obsidian walls, a moat surrounding it, additional layers of walls outside it, and those pushy blocks that deflect monsters several tiles away.

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OhMega

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In all honesty, this game's demo is the greatest yet. Extensive, comprehensive explanations are offered, and you are free to tour neighboring islands or engage in other activities. I had been looking forward to this game for about a year. I first played the demo on my PS4 because I have a Japanese account. The multiplayer is clearly the only disappointment. Don't get me wrong, I could play this alone for hours, but gathering and building without the assistance of NPCs would become tedious. I'll still get a copy in either situation.

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Mai

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Dragon Quest Builders on Steam? Now that's what I call a pleasant surprise! I've always been a fan of sandbox games, and the idea of rebuilding Alefgard in the Dragon Quest universe sounds like an absolute blast. With the added features like the Undo Button and the ability to convert buildings into Build Cards, there's no telling what kind of creative wonders await. Count me in!I'm intrigued by this hybrid offering. The inclusion of all DLC, especially "Terra Incognita," adds significant value to the package. I'm curious to see how the game fares on PC compared to its console counterparts. Time to put on my thinking cap and start building!

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HighFlyinTroy

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t's like a blast from the past! I remember playing the original on consoles and being captivated by its unique blend of building and adventure. With the PC version finally here, complete with all the DLC goodies, I'm eager to dive back into the world of Alefgard and see what new creative possibilities await. Let's dust off those blueprints and get to work!

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LewicForin

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Dragon Quest Builders on Steam? That's what I refer to as a delightful revelation! Sandbox games have always been my thing, and the thought of reconstructing Alefgard within the Dragon Quest world sounds like a ton of fun. Unpredictably, with features like the Undo Button and the ability to turn buildings into Build Cards, amazing creative possibilities are waiting to be realized. I'm in!

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