News: Special Editions of DRAGON QUEST XI Unveiled at E3 2018

[Peter Paltridge]

Square Enix revealed some ambitious plans for a collector's edition package of Dragon Quest XI this morning during their E3 presentation. Thefirst thing you need to know is that there will be a Day One edition of the game with a few DLC bonuses inside. It's this version that will be included in the Edition of Lost Time, an extensive package that includes a Steelbook case, a 128-page artbook, a 2-disc soundtrack album, a cloth map of the game's world, and something called "Pep Pop."

Square's press release has more.

LOS ANGELES (June 11, 2018) – During this morning’s SQUARE ENIX® E3 Showcase 2018, SQUARE ENIX announced details for special editions of DRAGON QUEST® XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age™, the latest title for one of the most revered role-playing game franchises of all time.

Available for pre-order in limited quantities exclusively from the SQUARE ENIX Online Store, the “Edition of Lost Time” contains a variety of treasures to complement the adventure, including:

• The “Edition of Light” version of the game for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system*
  • Including Supplicant, an accessory with the power to restore magic points, Healer, an accessory with the power to restore hit points, and 3 Seeds of Skill, a consumable item which confer a players extra skill points.
• Companion Compendium – a 128-page hardback art book featuring concept art and famed artist Akira Toriyama’s early designs
• Symphonic Suite – a 2-disc set featuring orchestrated versions of in-game music
• The Map of Erdrea – a 20”x15” cloth map
• A Collectible Steelbook® Case
• Bonus Digital Content – including Pep Pop, a drink that immediately peps up all active allies, and 15 more Seeds of Skill, which confer players extra skill points.**

*“Edition of Light” bundled separately from Art Book, Symphonic Suite 2-Disc Set, Steelbook, and Cloth Map
**”Edition of Lost Time” PlayStation®4 system DLC will be added to your SQUARE ENIX ONLINE STORE account at launch

The physical Day One “Edition of Light” is available to pre-order now from retailers nationwide for the PlayStation®4 system, and comes with a reversible cover featuring artwork from Akira Toriyama. Additionally, players who pre-order from the online PlayStation®Store can treat themselves to the exclusive “The Legend Reborn” Theme as an instant reward along with in-game DLC items when the game launches. Fans who pre-purchase from STEAM® will receive an exclusive PC Wallpaper Set and in-game DLC items.

A brand-new story-focused trailer also sheds light on the main hero and the challenges he must overcome with the help of his loyal companions. The trailer ends with the reveal of new key art, created specifically for the Western release.

To view the newly released “DRAGON QUEST XI: The Legend of the Luminary” trailer, please visit: DRAGON QUEST XI – “The Legend of the Luminary” (E3 2018 Trailer).

DRAGON QUEST XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age is the long-awaited role-playing game from series creator Yuji Horii, character designer Akira Toriyama, and series composer Koichi Sugiyama, releasing for the PlayStation®4 system and STEAM on September 4. The game is a completely standalone experience that features entirely new characters, a beautifully detailed world, finely tuned strategic combat, and an immersive story that will appeal to longtime fans and franchise newcomers alike.

This title is rated T (Teen). Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) website at www.esrb.org for more information about ratings.

 

[overcast]

The artbook is going to be an interesting to check out. I'd say in such case i personally think that getting this game as an collectible would be worth it. Looking forward to see the artbook screenshots if anyone has it.

 

[Hova]

I still can't believe that DRAGON QUEST XI comes with all these DLC bonuses. I really love the kind of direction Square Enix is taking, and the extra mile they are going to make sure the pre-orders are really worthwhile.

 

[Emma kwamboka]

I watched the revealed two editions of both the Light and Lost time, and can't wait to have both versions. I love the fact that whatever format you choose, you'll get a DLC pack containing helpful items such as the supplicant and the healer accessories.