Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows® 11 Processeur : AMD Ryzen™ 3 2300X / Intel® Core™ i3-8100 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : AMD Radeon™ RX 460 / Intel® Arc™ A380 / NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 750 Ti Espace disque : 20 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : 1920 × 1080, Graphics Preset "Lowest", 60FPS. 16GB RAM required when using Intel Arc GPU.
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows® 11 Processeur : AMD Ryzen™ 3 2300X / Intel® Core™ i3-8100 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : AMD Radeon™ RX 470 / Intel® Arc™ A580 / NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1060 Espace disque : 20 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : 1920x1080, Graphics Preset "Highest", 60FPS. 16GB RAM required when using Intel Arc GPU.
DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake
Nearly every player who dives into this remake stays for over 25 hours, proving the generation-spanning appeal of these classics. Post-release, 87% of reviews have been positive, with the game earning a 'Very Positive' score from Steam history. Fans consistently highlight the HD-2D presentation as a standout feature, with all 38 mentions of 'graphics' being positive.
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In players' words
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What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 104 | 65 | 22 | 17 |
| Story / writing | 51 | 43 | 3 | 5 |
| Graphics / art | 38 | 38 | 0 | 0 |
| Audio / music | 23 | 21 | 2 | 0 |
| Content / longevity | 23 | 20 | 2 | 1 |
| Value for money | 8 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| Performance | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Interface / UX | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Stability / bugs | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 54 h on median; those who dislike it: 32 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 48 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 44,2 % of players.
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Strengths
- HD-2D graphics spark immediate nostalgia: all 38 mentions are positive
- Classic JRPG gameplay shines through the remake: 65 positive mentions out of 104
- The story remains a driving force: 43 positive mentions out of 51 emphasize its emotional weight
- Audio design complements the experience seamlessly: 21 positive mentions out of 23
Weaknesses
- Price has drawn criticism: 5 negative mentions out of 8 suggest some buyers feel it’s too steep
- Bugs have crept into the experience: all 3 negative mentions specifically call out technical issues
Who is it for?
This remake is tailor-made for longtime fans of DRAGON QUEST and newcomers alike, especially those who crave a polished, story-driven journey with a modern twist on retro sensibilities.
Verdict
While the price and minor bugs give pause, the remake’s HD-2D presentation, compelling gameplay, and timeless story create an experience that overwhelmingly satisfies its audience. It’s a love letter to the classics that succeeds in both fidelity and freshness, making it a must-play for JRPG enthusiasts.
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