Best Deal Yet: Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince for Switch Now on Sale

If you’re currently immersed in Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, here’s some exciting news for your next journey within the franchise—available at a bargain price thanks to some fantastic Black Friday deals on Amazon and Best Buy. Grab Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince for Nintendo Switch at just $30, marking the lowest price for this turn-based, monster-taming treat.

While we’re on the topic of monster-taming adventures, you might also want to check out the Monster Hunter Stories Collection. This physical Nintendo Switch copy is up for grabs at Amazon for just $40, down from $60—a significant discount worth considering.

Now, Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince might have slipped under your radar when it made its debut last December as a Nintendo Switch exclusive. It’s a bit of a hidden gem, especially since fans have eagerly awaited a Dragon Quest Monsters game outside Japan since 2011. Previously, the only games from the series to get an official English release were Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker and Joker 2 for Nintendo DS. So, The Dark Prince presents a unique role-playing experience teeming with depth and creativity.

In this installment, you step into the shoes of Psaro, the antagonist from Dragon Quest IV, before the events of that game. With a curse that renders him incapable of harming anything with monster blood, Psaro quickly finds a clever loophole. Monsters under his command can unleash their strength on his behalf. Psaro’s mission is to capture powerful creatures and use synthesis powers to create formidable new allies.

With over 500 monsters to recruit and merge, you’ll have a dynamic crew to support your exploration of the treacherous Nadiria. A straightforward playthrough spans 40-50 hours, but there’s up to 100-plus hours of content if you’re a completionist. Initially exclusive to Switch, The Dark Prince expanded to PC and Android in September. It’s a departure from the main series, but if you enjoy Pokémon-style games, it’s a must-try, especially at this price point.

This Black Friday, Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince is just one of many Square Enix RPGs available at tantalizing prices. Discounts also cover the Final Fantasy I-VI Collection Anniversary Edition for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation, including the remastered first six main Final Fantasy titles.

Fans of the HD-2D art style from Dragon Quest III may want to consider Octopath Traveler II, a visually stunning JRPG, or Star Ocean: The Second Story R, which offers a similar visual appeal, though not quite HD-2D.

PS5 enthusiasts can enjoy a $30 cut on Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth at various retailers, with an Amazon deal sweetening the pot with a free DualSense controller skin. Additionally, Final Fantasy 16, which leans more towards action than traditional RPG, comes at a discount too.

There are appealing deals on JRPGs from other developers as well. Atlus’ major 2024 offerings, including the freshly launched Metaphor: ReFantazio for PS5 and Xbox Series X and Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance for all three console platforms, are on sale. The Steelbook Launch Edition of SMT V: Vengeance even comes down to just $25.

Below is a roundup of some of our top Black Friday RPG deals for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox. While most links direct to Amazon, should the games sell out there—common with Black Friday gaming deals—we’ll redirect you to Best Buy or Walmart.

### Black Friday JRPG Deals for Switch, PS5, and Xbox

#### Nintendo Switch Digital Games

Several Dragon Quest digital games are available at discounts as a part of Nintendo’s Cyber Deals. Purchasing keys through major retailers like Best Buy and redeeming them on the Switch eShop will earn you as many Gold Points as a full price eShop purchase.

#### Amazon Black Friday Gaming Deals:

Take advantage of these offers to expand your game library without breaking the bank and embark on new digital adventures across various platforms!