Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World Brings Over 500 Bizarre Beasts to Its Upcoming Hands-On Debut
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World brings over 500 collectible creatures, dual protagonists, and deep party synthesis to its upcoming release.
Monster-collecting spin-offs have carved out a massive space in the gaming ecosystem, and Square Enix is ready to expand that legacy with Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World. Previewed recently at PAX West by IGN, this upcoming entry leans hard into the timeless, expressive art style of the late Akira Toriyama while tasking players with capturing and training a staggering roster of over 500 creatures. Returning favorites like Bianca and Nera from Dragon Quest V step up as lead protagonists, bringing distinct tactical perks, unique stat builds, and specialized monster preferences to the party.
The gameplay loop combines classic turn-based combat with deep party customization. Players can mix and match mid-sized monsters or deploy massive creatures that take up multiple slots for a harder-hitting squad. Alongside traditional scouting during combat, the synthesis system returns in full force, letting players merge different beasts together to discover powerful new hybrid species. Whether you are building a team entirely out of formidable Slimes or experimenting with wild creature fusions, the game offers plenty of depth for party optimization.
While the preview highlighted plenty of charm and vibrant exploration across distinct biomes like desert zones and tropical islands, it also noted a potential hurdle for sensitive players. Some attendees experienced motion sickness due to the stylized, rolling perspective of the world map, though developers have included camera and visual settings to help mitigate the issue. For fans looking for a wholesome yet mechanically rich creature-collecting adventure across their favorite platforms, this upcoming release is shaping up to be a notable addition to the genre.
Tags: RPG, Monster Collector, Nintendo Switch, Square Enix
Original article: IGN South Africa