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Should I play Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake in English or Japanese?
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How to change language settings in Dragon Quest 3 Remake
As players begin their journey through Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D remakethey will have to decide if they want to play with them English or Japanese audio for introducing new characters. That's an interesting question that even longtime fans will have to decide since this is the first version Dragon Quest 3 feature voice acting. This guide will help both new and old players answer the question of whether they do play Dragon Quest 3 remake in Japanese or English.
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Should I play Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake in English or Japanese?
Deciding if it does play Dragon Quest 3 remake in English or Japanese is relatively simple as it mostly comes down to personal taste. The only time players will hear any vocal performances are during cutscenes, a new feature in the remake. Cutscenes in Dragon Quest 3 remake don't happen often, so listening to VO in both languages isn't something you have to spend a lot of time on. Most of the story in Dragon Quest 3 remake is narrated through the text.
Because Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D remake is a classic and popular JRPG, you could say that playing in Japanese is a bit more authentic to the original creation. However, the English track is very good and stays true to the slightly tongue-in-cheek tone of the original. For gamers who speak English as a first language, many of the game's accents – of which there are many – don't come across as well in Japanese. Many regions in A remake of DQIII they have their own unique take on real accents and dialects.
For gamers who enjoy listening to Japanese creations in their native language but need subtitles, they'll be glad they exist always text on screen by default. Since the game is HD-2D, you don't have to worry about any weird sync issues. This applies to both languages.
How to switch language settings in Dragon Quest 3 remake
When you first set out on your journey within Dragon Quest 3 Remake, you will be asked which language setting you prefer. If you later decide you want to change your language preferences, it's very easy.
First, during gameplay, enter the main menu and select an option Various sections. Next, scroll down to System settings. From there scroll to the bottom of the list and you'll see Language settings. Here you will see that you can switch the language settings between Japanese and English. The process is incredibly simple and won't require you to leave the game.