Should You Play Dragon Quest 3 Remake in English or Japanese?

As players begin their journey through Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake, they’ll have to decide whether they want to play with English or Japanese audio for the new character performances. This is an interesting question, and something even longtime fans will have to decide, as this is the first version of Dragon Quest 3 to feature voice acting. This guide will help new and old players alike answer the question of whether to play Dragon Quest 3 Remake in Japanese or English.

Should I Play Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake in English or Japanese?

Deciding whether to play Dragon Quest 3 Remake in English or Japanese is relatively simple, because it mostly comes down to personal taste. The only time players will hear any vocal performances is in the cutscenes, which is a new feature in the remake. Cutscenes in Dragon Quest 3 Remake do not happen often, so listening to the VO in either language is not something you’ll have to spend a lot of time doing. Most of the story in Dragon Quest 3 Remake is told through text.

Because Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake is a classic and beloved JRPG, playing in Japanese could be said to be slightly more authentic to the original creation. However, the English track is very good, and stays true to the original’s slightly tongue-in-cheek tone. For those players who speak English as a first language, a lot of the game’s accents – of which there are many – will not come through as well in Japanese. Many of the regions in DQIII Remake feature their own unique take on real life accents and dialects.

For those players that enjoy listening to a Japanese creation in their native language but need subtitles, will be happy to know that there is always text on screen by default. Because the game is HD-2D, you don’t have to worry about any odd syncing issues. That holds true for both languages.

How to Switch Language Settings in Dragon Quest 3 Remake

When you first venture out on your quest in Dragon Quest 3 Remake, you’ll be asked which language setting you prefer. If you decide later that you’d like to switch your language preference, it is very easy to do.

First, enter the main menu during gameplay and select the Misc. section. Next, go down to System Settings. From there, go to the bottom of the list and you’ll see Language Settings. There, you’ll see that you can switch the language settings between Japanese and English. The process is incredibly simple, and will not require you to exit your game.

Released

November 14, 2024

ESRB

E10+ For Everyone 10+ Due To Alcohol Reference, Fantasy Violence, Mild Blood, Mild Language, Suggestive Themes

Steam Deck Compatibility

Verified

PC Release Date

November 14, 2024

PS5 Release Date

November 14, 2024

Xbox Series X|S Release Date

November 14, 2024

Nintendo Switch Release Date

November 14, 2024

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