Dragon Quest Treasures

MonsterVineSpencer Legacy

Treasures looks alright thanks to its colorful and stylistic look, but it’s another game that could have been more impressive on a stronger piece of hardware. As we (presumably) come toward the end of the Switch’s lifespan, I hope to see colorful games like this looking a bit sharper on the next Nintendo console.

Attack of the FanboyShaun Cichacki

Dragon Quest Treasures is a celebration of everything that makes this franchise a unique and special treat. Those willing to put up with a few slow hours to start their grand adventure will surely not be disappointed with the treasure that lies within, as the jewels and coins shine brightly within.

Capsule ComputersDustin Spencer

8/10

Erik and Mia return to consoles in a fully-featured spin-off that is as addictive as it is satisfying for anyone ready to hunt some loot.

Press StartHarry Kalogirou

7.5/10

Dragon Quest Treasures is a simple yet wholesome and endearing Dragon Quest experience that stands out among the crowd. It might not retain some of the luster and sheen from mainline entries, but an addictive gameplay loop and enticing exploration makes for an adventure worth undertaking.

Checkpoint GamingDavid McNamara

7.5/10

Lustrous, shiny, irresistible loot. The siren’s call of the treasure chest has long enchanted gamers, to the point where the infamous mimic remains their accursed Achilles’ heel. Combining this obsession over plundered spoils with one of the most iconic and oldest RPG franchises has given birth to Dragon Quest Treasures, a celebration of all things gold and sparkly and another entry in the surprisingly rich oeuvre of high-profile Dragon Quest spin-offs. This fortune-focused title takes a ...

Twisted VoxelSalal Awan

7/10

Dragon Quest Treasures is a pleasantly decent take on the conventional Dragon Quest formula, featuring hours of gameplay and a likable cast of characters.

Video ChumsMary Billington

7/10

Explore draconic islands and hoard treasure in the latest spin-off of an iconic RPG series with the delightful DRAGON QUEST TREASURES.

Game SkinnyJason D'Aprile

7/10

Though aimed at younger players, Dragon Quest Treasures is an adventure for everyone.

RPGSitePaige Chamberlain

7/10

Dragon Quest Treasures touts itself as a treasure-hunting RPG, though I’d safely say it fits into the action RPG and monster-collecting genre. While there are performance issues and lackluster bosses, I always treasure a game that encourages exploration and gives me plenty to do.

Nintendo World ReportAlex Culafi

6.5/10

It’s with these pleasant vibes where Dragon Quest Treasures finds its strength. At its best, Treasures is JRPG candy that acts either as a solid first JRPG for new players or a relaxing diversion for series fans. I just wish the game wouldn’t get in its own way so much. If Treasures had more monsters, a more thoughtful combat experience, fewer annoying interruptions, and some more bosses, Treasures would hit the Saturday morning cartoon highs of Level-5s best titles. This, unfortunately, misses the mark a bit.

Game InformerCharles Harte

6.25/10

Many JRPGs have slow openings, taking their time to establish the story and familiarize the player with the mechanics before letting them loose into the world. I figured that was the case after playing an hour of Dragon Quest Treasures, so I said to myself, “It’ll get good soon!” I said it again two hours in, three hours in, and five hours in, until eventually, I was forced to accept that this was as good as the game would get. Dragon Quest Treasures is never short on charm or style, but simple, sub-par combat and loot-hunting mechanics had me scraping the bottom of the treasure chest in hopes...

GamingTrendDavid Flynn

45/100

Dragon Quest Treasures is a bland adventure that sucks out everything that makes the franchise charming. There’s quite a lot to do in the game, but none of it is fun or feels good. Playing this game feels more like checking things off your to-do list: the act of crossing things off may offer a hint of satisfaction, but you don’t actually like doing the tasks on it.