If you’ve been loving the Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, it might be time to gear up for another adventure within the beloved franchise. Thanks to Amazon and Best Buy’s impressive Black Friday offers, you can dive into Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince for just $30 on the Nintendo Switch—the most affordable price we’ve seen for this engaging turn-based, creature-capturing game.
And speaking of games where you can bond with monsters, the Monster Hunter Stories Collection is another fantastic deal you don’t want to miss. It’s on sale at Amazon, with physical copies for the Switch marked down to $40, slashing the original price of $60.
Initially released last December as a Nintendo Switch exclusive, Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince didn’t receive the attention it deserved. It’s a shame because fans had been eagerly awaiting a fresh Demon Quest Monsters (DQM) game outside Japan since 2011. Before The Dark Prince, only Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker and Joker 2 for the Nintendo DS were available in English. Now, this deeply engaging RPG featuring our protagonist Psaro, from Dragon Quest IV, offers a captivating storyline. Cursed and unable to harm creatures with monster blood directly, Psaro cleverly finds a loophole—his monster companions can battle for him. This twist kickstarts Psaro’s journey to round up powerful monsters and blend them through synthesis.
With over 500 unique monsters to discover, tame, and battle alongside, you’ll need to rely on clever strategies and unique creature fusions to navigate the perilous landscapes of Nadiria. The main quest alone can span 40 to 50 hours, but there’s easily over 100 hours of content if you’re determined to see everything and engage in comprehensive monster collecting.
Though initially only available on Switch, The Dark Prince has since broadened its horizons with ports to PC and Android since September. While Dragon Quest Monsters offers a different experience from the series’ traditional games, fans of Pokémon-style gameplay will likely find it very much worth the $30 investment.
Moving beyond the realm of Dragon Quest, Square Enix RPGs are broadly discounted this Black Friday. Both Nintendo Switch and PlayStation users can nab the recently released Final Fantasy I-VI Collection Anniversary Edition, which bundles the Pixel Remasters of the series’ first six main entries, at a sweet price.
For those enamored with Dragon Quest III’s stunning HD-2D graphics, Octopath Traveler II is a must-see. This JRPG offers breathtaking visuals, and if you fancy the art style, Star Ocean: The Second Story R should also be on your list—though not HD-2D, it echoes similar aesthetic vibes.
PlayStation 5 owners have the chance to save $30 on Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, available at various retailers. Opting to grab this deal from Amazon comes with the bonus of a complimentary DualSense controller skin. Meanwhile, Final Fantasy 16, which leans more into action than its RPG roots, is also available at a discounted rate.
Outside Square Enix’s catalog, there’s an array of fantastic JRPG discounts from other studios this Black Friday. Atlus’ prominent releases of 2024, including the highly-anticipated Metaphor: ReFantazio for PS5 and Xbox Series X, and Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance across all console platforms, are on sale. Plus, the Steelbook Launch Edition of SMT V: Vengeance is available for just $25.
Here’s a selection of top Black Friday RPG deals for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox. Most links direct to Amazon, but if a game is sold out there—common with Amazon’s Black Friday offers—we’ve provided Best Buy or Walmart alternatives.
### Black Friday JRPG Deals for Switch, PS5, and Xbox
#### Nintendo Switch Digital Games
There’s a host of Dragon Quest digital games on sale via Nintendo’s Cyber Deals. When purchasing keys from major retailers such as Best Buy, redeeming them on the Switch eShop earns you just as many Gold Points as buying directly on the eShop at full price.
### Amazon Black Friday Gaming Deals:
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