Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake to feature brand-new story content and bosses

Square Enix's upcoming Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake is set to be more than just a 1:1 recreation, as it will include new content for both fans of the original and newcomers. This will include new story scenes centered on the protagonist's father, Ortega. Furthermore, players will also be able to fight new and formidable enemies that stand in their way, making the journey even more exciting and perilous.

Here is everything you need to know about the new story details, including the bosses arriving in Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake.

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Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake Ortega story and new boss details explored

This shiny new remake has some neat surprises in store (Image via Square Enix)

For starters, the upcoming turn-based JRPG remake will offer a deeper glimpse into Ortega's role in Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D's story. While the specifics are unknown for obvious spoiler reasons, players will get to know the man on a more personal level. They will learn about the motive behind his own quest to beat Baramos, which also involves a skirmish against a powerful opponent named Simao.

Additionally, new powerful enemies will test the players' combat skills. Showcased bosses include the Dying Fire and Garboyle. What role do they play in the story and what sort of threat will they pose to the player? We'll have to find that out when the game is finally out.

There are more new details to go over, however. Publisher Square Enix has offered a look at new in-game screenshots of various locales. This includes the seafaring nation of Portoga — which houses the largest port in the world — as well as the Japan-inspired island nation called Jipang and the Egyptian-influenced desert-city of Ibis.

Here are some screenshots of these locales:

As the Portoga name suggests, a vast port awaits exploration (Image via Square Enix)

Jipang has a serene, laid-back vibe (Image via Square Enix)

What mysteries does Ibis hide? (Image via Square Enix)

Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake will launch for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch on November 14, 2024.