If Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake has captured your attention, there’s a fantastic opportunity to dive into your next franchise journey without breaking the bank, thanks to some amazing Black Friday discounts at Amazon and Best Buy. Right now, you can snag Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince for the Nintendo Switch for just $30, marking the lowest price yet for this engaging turn-based, monster-taming adventure.
And if you’re a fan of monster-taming spin-offs, there’s more good news. The Monster Hunter Stories Collection is also heavily discounted at Amazon. A physical copy for the Switch can be yours for only $40, down from its original price of $60.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince initially flew under the radar when it launched exclusively for the Nintendo Switch last December. It’s a bit of a hidden gem, particularly for fans who’ve been eagerly waiting since 2011 for a new DQM game to reach beyond Japan. Before this, the series saw English translations only for Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker and Joker 2 on the Nintendo DS.
This game offers a rich, engaging RPG experience brimming with depth and deserves wider recognition. You step into the shoes of Psaro, the famed antagonist from Dragon Quest IV, exploring his backstory before the events of that game. Though cursed and unable to directly harm anything with monster blood, Psaro discovers a clever workaround: he commands monsters to do his bidding. With this newfound power, he embarks on an epic quest to capture stronger monsters and merge them into powerful new forms using synthesis.
With more than 500 monsters to scout and battle, as well as assist on your journey, you’ll have plenty to keep you occupied. If your team ever feels underpowered, you can always create unique fusions to handle Nadiria’s treacherous terrains. While the main storyline clocks in at 40-50 hours, dedicated players could easily lose over 100 hours uncovering every corner of this world.
The Dark Prince is no longer a Nintendo Switch exclusive, as it made its way to PC and Android platforms this past September. While it’s a divergence from the main Dragon Quest series, fans of games like Pokémon will likely find it a worthy addition to their collection—especially at the price of just 30 bucks.
As part of the broader Black Friday 2024 sales, Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince is just one of many excellent deals on Square Enix RPGs. Nintendo Switch and PlayStation fans can also net significant savings on the Final Fantasy I-VI Collection Anniversary Edition, which features the Pixel Remasters of the first half-dozen installments in the iconic series.
If you appreciate the HD-2D aesthetic of Dragon Quest III, don’t miss out on Octopath Traveler II’s stunning JRPG visuals or the similarly styled yet distinctly different Star Ocean: The Second Story R.
For PS5 gamers, there’s a chance to save $30 on Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth from various retailers. If you snag this deal at Amazon, you’ll even receive a free DualSense controller skin. Plus, don’t overlook Final Fantasy 16, which leans more on action but comes with a tempting price drop.
You’ll also find enticing offers on JRPGs from other renowned studios. Atlus has slashed prices on all its major 2024 releases, including Metaphor: ReFantazio for PS5 and Xbox Series X, and Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance, available across all three console platforms. The Steelbook Launch Edition of SMT V: Vengeance is yours for just $25.
Here’s a glimpse of our top Black Friday RPG picks for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox. Many of these links direct you to Amazon deals, but if they’re sold out—as often happens with Black Friday sales—look for links to Best Buy or Walmart instead.
### Black Friday JRPG Deals for Switch, PS5, and Xbox
#### Nintendo Switch Digital Games
Several other Dragon Quest digital titles for Switch are also on sale thanks to Nintendo’s Cyber Deals. By purchasing keys from major retailers like Best Buy, you can redeem them on the Switch eShop and earn the same Gold Points as if you’d purchased them directly at full price.
#### Amazon Black Friday Gaming Deals:
Explore these offers to catch some great prices this holiday season.
