Release Date: May 27, 2016
An action game with numerous RPG elements. Similar to its predecessor, it is a spin-off title in the Dragon Quest franchise by Square Enix, and although it retains a similar atmosphere, it offers several new solutions. The plot of Dragon Quest Heroes II references the events of its predecessor. Despite the lack of any direct links to the core Dragon Quest productions, there are a few familiar faces to see here.
Dragon Quest Heroes II is an action game with numerous RPG elements. Similarly to its predecessor, it is a spin-off installment of the popular Dragon Quest series, and although it maintains a similar atmosphere, it offers several new solutions. The PS4, PC and etc. version was developed by Square Enix.
The plot references to the events of the previous installment of the subseries but is not directly linked to the games in the core series. The heroes on which the action is focused were created solely for the purposes of the new story. While exploring the world, though, we will encounter numerous familiar faces that remind us what universe we are in.
Dragon Quest Heroes II continues the tradition initiated by its predecessor and is a classical slasher that puts an emphasis on fast-paced action, spectacular blows, and breathtaking stunts. We have to constantly fight hordes of enemies and finish them off with the available arsenal. Apart from ordinary attacks, we can also block and use special abilities. Fighting average enemies, even in great numbers, does not require us to use any advanced tactics, but the boss fights force us to apply more complicated strategies if we want to succeed. Despite the combat focus, the title offers an extensive plot and many dialogues.
The PS4, PC and etc. version of Dragon Quest Heroes II is characterized by strongly cartoonish visual style typical of manga and anime. The available characters, designed by the legendary Akira Toriyama, were transferred to the third dimension, though. Thanks to the console's hardware, it was possible to use advanced lighting and particle effects in the game.
Platforms:
PC Windows April 25, 2017
PlayStation 3 May 27, 2016
PlayStation Vita May 27, 2016
PlayStation 4 May 27, 2016
Nintendo Switch March 3, 2017
Developer: Square Enix
Publisher: Square Enix
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A bestselling series of fantasy reality cRPG games. The series is developed by the Armor Project development studio with the of other development teams. The rights to the brand are held by the Square-Enix publishing conglomerate.
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System Requirements for Dragon Quest Heroes II Video Game:
PC / Windows
Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i7 870 2.8 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForce GTS 450/Radeon HD 5770 or better, 30 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/10 64-bit.
Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i7 2600 3.4 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 650 Ti/Radeon HD 7870 or better, 30 GB HDD, Windows 7/8.1/10 64-bit.
Game Ratings for Dragon Quest Heroes II Video Game.
DualShockers: 9 / 10 by Azario Lopez
Developer Omega Force is truly a force to be wrecked with. The Japanese developer has not only continued a franchise, Dynasty Warriors, for 20 years, but they have found ways to bring their hack-n-slash formula to other notable series. Dragon Quest Heroes II fits in perfectly with the other entries in the Dragon Quest series, only with a splash of that musou battle system. Being a huge fan of the Dragon Quest mainline series, I was blown away with the how well this collaboration was executed and could easily call this one of my favorite games of 2017.
Game Informer: 7.5 / 10 by Kyle Hilliard
Dragon Quest Heroes II is a step backwards from the first Heroes, but represents a solid Dynasty Warriors-style action game. It gets repetitive, but taking on a massive army single-handedly is fun
Destructoid: 7.5 / 10 by Chris Carter
I was expecting some of the on-paper enhancements to impact me more, but Dragon Quest Heroes II isn't a stark improvement. It is better though, so if you wanted to get in on the first quest and missed out, you may as well skip it and jump in here -- you won't be missing a whole lot.
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