4.1
5
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- 33 reviews and opinions with 25 ratings for Dragon Quest XI S
- We obtain an average score of 4.1/5, or 81.76/100
Dragon Quest XI S ratings
25 Ratings ranked from best to worst, green to good grades, red to bad,
Average rating: 4.1/5.
Source: https://www.commentChoisir.fr
| 10/10 Just Push Start | 90/100 COGconnected | 90/100 Gaming Trend |
| 9/10 Push Square | 18/20 N-Gamz | 9/10 Phenixx Gaming |
| 89/100 4players | 17/20 GamerGen | 4/5 EuroGamer.fr |
| 8/10 Try a Game | 4/5 Windows Central | 4/5 PXLBBQ |
| 8/10 wccftech | 8/10 Nintendo World Report | 8/10 Pizza Fria |
| 8/10 Nintendo-Town | 8/10 3RD Strike | 8/10 ZTGD |
| 80/100 Switch-Actu | 4/5 Geeks By Girls | 8/10 VideoChums |
| 7/10 Geeko | 3/5 4WeAreGamers |
7 Preview or review without rating: Digitally Downloaded, JeuxVideo.com, SpiritGamer, XboxSquad, Xboxygen, Nintendo Life, CoupleOfGamer
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10
10
Just Push Start
Looks Phenomenal
Tons of new content over the original
Quality of Life improvements
100
+ hours of gameplay
The best version to play
Tons of new content over the original
Quality of Life improvements
100
+ hours of gameplay
The best version to play
Same as the Switch version
reviewed at 21/12/2020 - [read the full review on Just Push Start]
90
100
Gaming Trend
Excellent graphics
Incredible soundtrack
Engaging story
Incredible soundtrack
Engaging story
The 2D mode is not for everyone
Basic combat
Basic combat
reviewed at 01/12/2020 - [read the full review on Gaming Trend]
9
10
Push Square
Still a JRPG masterpiece
Great characters, wondrous world
Simple but effective combat
Expanded story beats
Loads of small improvements
All new orchestral score
Silky 60fps on PS4 Pro and PS5
Great characters, wondrous world
Simple but effective combat
Expanded story beats
Loads of small improvements
All new orchestral score
Silky 60fps on PS4 Pro and PS5
2D mode feels disconnected
Menus are a bit clunky
Menus are a bit clunky
reviewed at 01/12/2020 - [read the full review on Push Square]
9
10
Phenixx Gaming
Great updates to Japanese VA and orchestral soundtrack
Nice addition of a performance and graphics mode
JRPGs just feel right on Nintendo consoles
Nice addition of a performance and graphics mode
JRPGs just feel right on Nintendo consoles
A bit traditional, but by no means boring
reviewed at 24/09/2026 - [read the full review on Phenixx Gaming]
89
100
4players
reviewed at 04/12/2020 - [read the full review on 4players]
17
20
GamerGen
An excellent JRPG that is still enjoyable to play A significantly cleaner visual Quality mode A stable 60 FPS Performance mode Reduced loading times The 2D mode and the numerous contents of the Definitive Edition A combat system that is easy to pick up but rich enough
No new content for this Switch 2 version Unable to transfer your Switch save No upgrade (free or paid) for owners of Switch 1 game Performance mode sacrifices some image quality On a key card...
reviewed at 01/01/1970 - [read the full review on GamerGen]
4
5
EuroGamer.fr
reviewed at 26/09/2019 - [read the full review on EuroGamer.fr]
8
10
Try a Game
reviewed at 01/12/2020 - [read the full review on Try a Game]
4
5
Windows Central
Loveable characters
Engaging story
Addictive combat and mini-games
Amazing visuals and soundtrack
Dozens of hours' worth of content
Engaging story
Addictive combat and mini-games
Amazing visuals and soundtrack
Dozens of hours' worth of content
Photo mode is pretty limited
The voice acting is a mixed bag
Story can be a bit predictable at times
The voice acting is a mixed bag
Story can be a bit predictable at times
reviewed at 01/12/2020 - [read the full review on Windows Central]
4
5
PXLBBQ
reviewed at 02/12/2020 - [read the full review on PXLBBQ]
8
10
wccftech
Refined and nostalgic turn-based RPG combat
New side quests that will challenge the heartiest of DQ veterans
Plenty of new costumes (and you don't have to wear the actual armor for the looks!)
Play through the entire adventure in classic 2D or the modern 3D graphics
Crafting is significantly streamlined with changes to the Fun-Size Forge
New side quests that will challenge the heartiest of DQ veterans
Plenty of new costumes (and you don't have to wear the actual armor for the looks!)
Play through the entire adventure in classic 2D or the modern 3D graphics
Crafting is significantly streamlined with changes to the Fun-Size Forge
Not a seamless transition between 3D and 2D modes
No new content that wasn't already added to Nintendo Switch release of DQXI S
One of the hardest superbosses in DQ history will gatekeep many players from 100% achievements
CG cutscenes remove voice acting if playing in 2D mode
No new content that wasn't already added to Nintendo Switch release of DQXI S
One of the hardest superbosses in DQ history will gatekeep many players from 100% achievements
CG cutscenes remove voice acting if playing in 2D mode
reviewed at 06/12/2020 - [read the full review on wccftech]
8
10
Nintendo World Report
Hours of classic RPG goodness
New optimization options for performance and quality
New optimization options for performance and quality
Another instance of no upgrade path
No new content
No new content
reviewed at 24/09/2026 - [read the full review on Nintendo World Report]
8
10
Pizza Fria
Long, captivating and full of good plot twists.
Excellent character casting
Traditional turn-based combat, but very well executed.
The content of the Definitive Edition remains very robust, with a 2D mode, accelerated combat, and extra story content.
The Switch 2 version works very well, with 60 frames per second and almost instant loading times.
Excellent character casting
Traditional turn-based combat, but very well executed.
The content of the Definitive Edition remains very robust, with a 2D mode, accelerated combat, and extra story content.
The Switch 2 version works very well, with 60 frames per second and almost instant loading times.
Absence of Brazilian Portuguese
There is no upgrade for those who already own the Nintendo Switch version.
Switch backups are not compatible with Switch 2 version.
There is no upgrade for those who already own the Nintendo Switch version.
Switch backups are not compatible with Switch 2 version.
reviewed at 24/09/2026 - [read the full review on Pizza Fria]
8
10
Nintendo-Town
On tient l?un des meilleurs JRPG modernes, dans sa version la plus fluide sur console portable
Le mode Performance offre un 1080p / 60 fps stable
Le mode Qualité monte jusqu?en 1440p / 30 fps en docké
Plus de 100 heures pour la quête principale, sans compter les à-côtés
L?écriture est excellente
Le doublage japonais est disponible, en plus de l?anglais
La bande sonore orchestrale du Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra est un régal
Le mode 2D rétro est complet et permet de revivre le jeu à l?ancienne, avec un vrai charme
C?est la meilleure façon de jouer à Dragon Quest XI en portable
Les ennemis visibles sur la carte évitent les rencontres aléatoires frustrantes
Le mode Performance offre un 1080p / 60 fps stable
Le mode Qualité monte jusqu?en 1440p / 30 fps en docké
Plus de 100 heures pour la quête principale, sans compter les à-côtés
L?écriture est excellente
Le doublage japonais est disponible, en plus de l?anglais
La bande sonore orchestrale du Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra est un régal
Le mode 2D rétro est complet et permet de revivre le jeu à l?ancienne, avec un vrai charme
C?est la meilleure façon de jouer à Dragon Quest XI en portable
Les ennemis visibles sur la carte évitent les rencontres aléatoires frustrantes
Aucun nouveau contenu
Impossible de transférer ses sauvegardes depuis la version Switch originale
Aucun patch de mise à niveau, gratuit ou payant, pour les anciens acheteurs
Il faut repayer le plein tarif, autour de 40 euros, pour ce qui ressemble à un patch de performance
Le mode Qualité en 30 fps souffre de problèmes de frame pacing
La différence visuelle entre les modes Performance et Qualité est presque invisible à l??il nu
La bande sonore reste répétitive
La gestion de l?inventaire est fastidieuse et datée
Le scénario est très classique
Les déplacements libres en combat n?ont aucun impact réel sur la stratégie
Les courses de chevaux sont anecdotiques et trop faciles
La formule reste archaïque sur certains points et ne plaira pas à tout le monde
Impossible de transférer ses sauvegardes depuis la version Switch originale
Aucun patch de mise à niveau, gratuit ou payant, pour les anciens acheteurs
Il faut repayer le plein tarif, autour de 40 euros, pour ce qui ressemble à un patch de performance
Le mode Qualité en 30 fps souffre de problèmes de frame pacing
La différence visuelle entre les modes Performance et Qualité est presque invisible à l??il nu
La bande sonore reste répétitive
La gestion de l?inventaire est fastidieuse et datée
Le scénario est très classique
Les déplacements libres en combat n?ont aucun impact réel sur la stratégie
Les courses de chevaux sont anecdotiques et trop faciles
La formule reste archaïque sur certains points et ne plaira pas à tout le monde
reviewed at 24/09/2026 - [read the full review on Nintendo-Town]
8
10
3RD Strike
High degree of both accessibility and customisation
Bad: No upgrade path for existing owners
reviewed at 29/09/2026 - [read the full review on 3RD Strike]
8
10
ZTGD
Gorgeous Akira Toriyama design
Lots of content
Old school JRPG gameplay
Lots of content
Old school JRPG gameplay
Same game released again
No upgrade path
Save data does not transfer
No upgrade path
Save data does not transfer
reviewed at 01/10/2026 - [read the full review on ZTGD]
18
20
N-Gamz
A classicism that has its followers
Great orchestral compositions
An epic adventure
The 2D mode, turbo, and instant forge
Akira Toriyama's design
60 stable images in 1080p, docked as in portable
A long lifespan
A very good French translation
The Japanese voices
The best portable version of the game
Great orchestral compositions
An epic adventure
The 2D mode, turbo, and instant forge
Akira Toriyama's design
60 stable images in 1080p, docked as in portable
A long lifespan
A very good French translation
The Japanese voices
The best portable version of the game
Gameplay very, even too, old school
Menus are always not very ergonomic.
Fedex quests
No Switch backup transfer
No upgrade, everything must be repurchased.
Few clues for 50 hours
Zero risk taking
The 30 frames per second mode with poor timing
Menus are always not very ergonomic.
Fedex quests
No Switch backup transfer
No upgrade, everything must be repurchased.
Few clues for 50 hours
Zero risk taking
The 30 frames per second mode with poor timing
[18/20] reviewed at 01/12/2020 - Dragon Quest XI S ? Les Combattants de la Destinée : Test Complet ! La version ultime du plus Old School des J-RPG ? [read the full review on N-Gamz]
[4/5] reviewed at 02/10/2026 - Dragon Quest XI S Edition Ultime : Test Switch 2 ! Excellent RPG pour portage mitigé ? [read the full review on N-Gamz]
[4/5] reviewed at 02/10/2026 - Dragon Quest XI S Edition Ultime : Test Switch 2 ! Excellent RPG pour portage mitigé ? [read the full review on N-Gamz]
80
100
Switch-Actu
An excellent adaptation on Nintendo Switch 2
A classic story but enriched with colorful characters
Lots of content for hours and hours of gameplay
A challenge overcome
A classic story but enriched with colorful characters
Lots of content for hours and hours of gameplay
A challenge overcome
A game that keeps some old-fashioned elements in its staging and structure.
Some anecdotal but necessary ancillary activities.
Some anecdotal but necessary ancillary activities.
reviewed at 05/10/2026 - [read the full review on Switch-Actu]
4
5
Geeks By Girls
Graphically beautiful
An orchestral or original soundtrack to choose
A captivating plot
Japanese dubbing available
A selectable and cancelable 2D mode at any time.
Photo mode
A diverse group of companions
An orchestral or original soundtrack to choose
A captivating plot
Japanese dubbing available
A selectable and cancelable 2D mode at any time.
Photo mode
A diverse group of companions
A bit of a sassy interface
A music that can become repetitive over time
Porting not necessarily useful on Switch 2 (the Switch 1 version is sufficient)
A music that can become repetitive over time
Porting not necessarily useful on Switch 2 (the Switch 1 version is sufficient)
reviewed at 06/10/2026 - [read the full review on Geeks By Girls]
8
10
VideoChums
Incredible nostalgic RPG experience that's bursting with life and joy
Performs exceptionally well on Switch 2
Lots of extras compared to the base game
Performs exceptionally well on Switch 2
Lots of extras compared to the base game
Virtually nothing added since the original Definitive Edition released
Certain aspects can feel rather dated
Certain aspects can feel rather dated
reviewed at 30/10/2026 - [read the full review on VideoChums]
7
10
Geeko
reviewed at 03/12/2020 - [read the full review on Geeko]
90
100
COGconnected
100 hour story
3D and 2D modes
Phenomenal end game content
3D and 2D modes
Phenomenal end game content
Has Switch graphics
Too easy
Won?t convert non-JRPG fans
Too easy
Won?t convert non-JRPG fans
[90/100] reviewed at 01/12/2020 - Test Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age S ? Definitive Edition ? ?S? Stands for Scrumtrulescent [read the full review on COGconnected]
[70/100] reviewed at 25/09/2026 - Test Dragon Quest XI S: Definitive Edition (Switch 2) ? Great Game, Small Upgrade [read the full review on COGconnected]
[70/100] reviewed at 25/09/2026 - Test Dragon Quest XI S: Definitive Edition (Switch 2) ? Great Game, Small Upgrade [read the full review on COGconnected]
3
5
4WeAreGamers
reviewed at 28/12/2020 - [read the full review on 4WeAreGamers]
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not scored
Digitally Downloaded reviewed at 03/12/2020 - [read the full review on Digitally Downloaded]
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not scored
JeuxVideo.com reviewed at 04/12/2020 - [read the full review on JeuxVideo.com]
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not scored
SpiritGamer reviewed at 13/12/2020 - Dragon Quest 11 S ? Les Combattants de la destinée ? Édition ultime [read the full review on SpiritGamer]
reviewed at 03/10/2026 - Dragon Quest XI S, grand RPG, petit portage [read the full review on SpiritGamer]
reviewed at 03/10/2026 - Dragon Quest XI S, grand RPG, petit portage [read the full review on SpiritGamer]
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not scored
XboxSquad reviewed at 03/12/2020 - [read the full review on XboxSquad]
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not scored
Xboxygen reviewed at 17/12/2020 - [read the full review on Xboxygen]
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not scored
Nintendo Life reviewed at 24/09/2026 - [read the full review on Nintendo Life]
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not scored
CoupleOfGamer reviewed at 24/09/2026 - [read the full review on CoupleOfGamer]
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