Square Enix celebrated 40 years of Dragon Quest yesterday with a series of announcements of new games that are coming. They announced Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on September 24, 2026.
The Switch 2 version of Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age features everything from the previous Dragon Quest XI S release, as well as a new feature that allows players to choose between two display modes, which prioritize graphics or performance (frame rate).
Pre-orders are available now.
Below is a brief overview of the game via Square Enix:
Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age follows the perilous journey of a hunted hero who must uncover the mystery of his fate with the aid of a charismatic cast of supporting characters. They embark on a quest, taking them across continents and over vast oceans as they learn of an ominous threat facing the world.
Dragon Quest XI brings a massive, gorgeous world to life in a style that blends stylistic cel-shading with photorealistic detail.
Engage in a turn-based battle system that eases players into combat with an accessible experience, featuring mechanics simple enough for novices but with enough depth to satisfy long-time fans.
Dragon Quest XI features tons of side-quests and mini-games that provide enough content to keep you playing for well over 100 hours.
Announcement Trailer
