TouchArcade Rating: Last year's Switch release of Square Enix's monster-collecting RPG, Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince, captivated me. Despite some technical hiccups, its charm and addictive gameplay surpassed other Dragon Quest spin-offs on the platform, rivaling the exceptional Dragon Quest Builders 2. While I anticipated a PC port shortly after the Switch release, similar to Dragon Quest Treasures, a mobile arrival was unexpected. Square Enix has announced that the previously Switch-exclusive Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince ($23.99) will launch on iOS, Android, and Steam on September 11th, encompassing all previously released DLC. This includes the Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince Digital Deluxe Edition content. View the trailer below:

Comparison images showcasing the game's appearance on mobile, Switch, and Steam are available on the official Japanese website. Here's an example:

Store listings confirm the absence of the online real-time battle mode from the Switch version in the Steam and mobile releases.

The Nintendo Switch version of Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince is priced at $59.99 (standard) and $84.99 (Digital Deluxe Edition). As a fan of the Switch version, I eagerly anticipate reviewing the iPhone, iPad, and Steam Deck versions upon their September 11th launch. Square Enix's swift mobile porting of this title is commendable, especially considering the typical delays seen in the series (e.g., Dragon Quest Builders). The mobile price is set at $29.99, and the Steam version at $39.99. Pre-register on the App Store (iOS) and Google Play (Android).

Have you experienced Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince on Switch? Will you be trying it on mobile or Steam?

Update: Added comparison image and website information.