Nintendo Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies Nintendo DS

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  • Brand : Nintendo
  • Product name : Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies
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  • Long product name Nintendo Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies Nintendo DS :

    Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies, RPG, Nintendo DS

  • Nintendo Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies Nintendo DS :

    In Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies, players begin their adventure as a city guardian who is sent to retrieve a sacred tree’s fruits, which have the power to grant wishes. Players travel the world, conquer fearsome monsters and unravel an epic storyline. During their journey, players will encounter mighty opponents in fast-paced battles, and also interact with a colorful cast of characters.

    Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies contains special modes that let players share their adventure with others, allowing up to four players to team up via a local wireless connection and experience the fun of tackling challenging monsters and dungeons cooperatively with their own characters. Players can even leave the game active in their backpacks, pockets or purses and still interact with other players via an interactive “Tag Mode.” Information about players’ characters can be wirelessly transmitted to others, and treasure maps and customized greetings can be exchanged automatically by players who come within range of one another when their games are set to Tag Mode.

    Players looking to enjoy a variety of different game activities can take on special side quests. Some of these quests will be earned by progressing through the game, while additional quests will be made available for free download for players with broadband Internet access after the game launches, providing hours of additional content for virtual adventurers to enjoy either on their own or with friends. Some downloadable quests will continue the main storyline of the game, while others offer standalone missions.

    Before setting off on their adventure, players can create their own heroes, deciding how they would like their face, hair and clothing to look. As the story unfolds, players become stronger, smarter and more powerful, and can customize companions who join their group. Players will have fun discovering more than 1,000 pieces of clothing, armor, weapons and other items that will provide them with a unique appearance and special abilities. Players can also change the class of their character at any time, choosing from a variety of vocations that will affect their abilities and strengths in the game.

  • Short summary description Nintendo Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies Nintendo DS :

    Nintendo Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies, Nintendo DS, E10+ (Everyone 10+)

  • Long summary description Nintendo Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies Nintendo DS :

    Nintendo Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies. Platform: Nintendo DS, ESRB rating: E10+ (Everyone 10+), Developer: Level-5

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Developer Level-5
ESRB rating E10+ (Everyone 10+)
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Reviews
Updated:
2012-01-25 05:43:37
Average rating:86
Uk has collected 37 expert reviews for Nintendo Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies Nintendo DS and the average expert rating is 86 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
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nzgamer.com
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2012-01-25 05:43:35
Average rating:75
There are two things I really love about traditional RPGs. Actually, it really boils down to one thing: exploration. This leads to discovering new enemies and therefore forces me to think about different battle formations, weapons, abilities and spells...
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pocket-lint.com
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2012-01-25 05:43:36
Average rating:90
It's almost traditional to start a Dragon Quest review by contrasting the enormous popularity of the series in Japan, where it's a phenomenon on the scale of Star Wars or Harry Potter; with its reception over here, where it's never found the mass appe...
  • The handheld game of the summer...
  • Local Wi-Fi connection only...
  • The cartoon graphics and lightweight, silly style won't suit everyone, but if Dragon Quest is to have a breakout hit over here, then the ninth instalment is easily up to the task...
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electricpig.co.uk
Updated:
2012-01-25 05:43:36
Average rating:100
ShareThe Dragon Quest series may have sold over 50 million copies worldwide but in the West its profile is much more humble than in its native Japan, where it even manages to out-do Final Fantasy in the popularity stakes. However, Square Enix is at...
  • The massive quest and innovative multiplayer...
  • The sometimes awkward fusion of 2D and 3D graphics...
  • The DS has a new RPG champion...
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nowgamer.com
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2012-01-25 05:43:36
Average rating:91
For a game that was once poised to be the most radical diversion from the norm in the illustrious 24-year history of the Dragon Quest franchise, Sentinels Of The Starry Skies seems to have gotten a little bit shy somewhere along the way. After its anno...
  • While the JRPG genre – nay, the Japanese development scene in general – scurries around trying to make itself more relevant or rides the coattails of greatness, Square Enix demonstrates exactly how it got into its respected position – the firm keeps a...
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goodgearguide.com.au
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2012-01-25 05:43:36
Average rating:80
It's hard to talk about Dragon Quest without mentioning its massive presence in Japan, where it's gone beyond a game series to become a cultural institution akin to Star Wars or Harry Potter in North America. Square-Enix knows well that DQ's massive J...
  • Fun and well-designed multiplayer, superb visuals and music, charming setting and world design, excellent localisation...
  • Slow going at several points, quite grind-heavy at times, may leave those not interested in multiplayer out in the cold.
  • While it isn't necessarily revolutionary or groundbreaking, the latest installation in Square Enix's long-running Dragon Quest series makes some ambitious strides thanks to its co-op adventuring and impressive 3D handheld graphics...
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gamesradar.com
Updated:
2012-01-25 05:43:37
Average rating:80
Dragon Quest is the granddaddy of the JRPG, and in Japan it has been consistently one of the most popular series ever, with each new entry or remake selling in the millions. Meanwhile, its western fan base has been considerably smaller, though it’s no...
  • Provides traditional RPG feel like no other, One of the best looking DS games ever, Promises hundreds of hours of play...
  • Multiplayer options occasionally hurt story, Too old school for some, Heavy accents steal focus from plot...
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gameobserver.com
Updated:
2012-01-25 05:43:34
Average rating:86
The guardians of the Protectorate, the earthly realm upon which all living mortals and creatures dwell, are the divine Celestrian race, an ancient coalition of angels sworn to protect mankind from harm and evil. As the guardian of Angel Falls, your gre...
  • Fresh multiplayer elements; the world is considerably large and brimming with life; hundreds of quests and additional content; great diversity between most vocations...
  • Story takes too long to pick up; very traditional, almost too much for its own good; puns, puns everywhere; multiplayer options limited to local WiFi.
  • Without shame, Dragon Quest IX is a very traditional game in almost every respect: its story is quite simple and at times predictable; its combat system is as turn-based as they come; and its charm is ever abundant. What separates this installment in...
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icrontic.com
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2012-01-25 05:43:34
Average rating:0
The choice of platform for an upcoming game must be an incredibly difficult decision to make. Factors such as market penetration, hardware capabilities, the producer’s vision for the game, and budget all come in to play. It’s probably even more diffic...
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armchairempire.com
Updated:
2012-01-25 05:43:35
Average rating:90
After being released on the major home console of its time with every new iteration, the Dragon Quest series has gone down a different route with its ninth installment, instead being made for the Nintendo DS. With that, players can now take the gam...
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