Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition Launches September 24 for Switch 2 - News
by William D'Angelo , posted on 27 May 2026 / 2,264 Views
Square Enix announced Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition will launch for the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 24. The physical version will be on a game-key card.
The game first released for the Nintendo Switch in September 2019, and for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC via Steam in September 2020.
View the Switch 2 trailer below:
Read details on the game below:
The ultimate edition of the latest major entry in the legendary RPG series!
The Definitive Edition includes all the content from the original release of the acclaimed Dragon Quest XI, and adds extra character-specific scenarios, the choice of playing with the original soundtrack or a grand orchestral version of the music, the ability to switch between 2D and 3D graphic modes, a Japanese voice-acting option, and much more!
Embark upon an epic adventure as The Luminary: the chosen one in a world that vows to hunt him down. The Luminary and his unique band of loyal companions work together to survive an onslaught of ne’er-do-wells and overthrow the dark forces that plot to plunge the world of Erdrea into chaos. Explore the massive world of Dragon Quest and awaken your power in this can’t-miss adventure!
Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 includes:
- New story chapters where the party members take center stage.
- Japanese voices and additional English voices.
- The ability to switch between 3D and 2D mode.
- An orchestral score.
- All new optimization modes, allowing you to prioritize graphics or performance.
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