Dragon Quest XI S Temporarily Removed from Nintendo Switch eShop in February 2025 for Store Listing Update

Square Enix has announced a temporary removal of Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition from the Nintendo Switch eShop, set to take effect on February 1, 2025.

This move, confirmed via the official Dragon Quest social media channels, is part of an effort to make minor adjustments to the game’s store listing.

This brief unavailability impacts only new digital purchases on the eShop.

Square Enix clarified that users who already own the digital edition of Dragon Quest XI S on Nintendo Switch will continue to have full access to the game during the update period.

This reassurance aims to alleviate concerns from current players who might wonder about the status of their digital library. Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition first launched on the Nintendo Switch platform in 2019, offering a suite of enhancements over the original 2017 versions on Nintendo 3DS and PlayStation 4.

These improvements include a fully orchestrated soundtrack, Japanese and English voice acting, and the ability to switch between 2D and 3D visual styles—a feature celebrated by fans and critics alike.

The game was met with critical acclaim, with many reviewers describing it as a “gift that keeps on giving,” and it maintains a strong position among the best RPG offerings on the platform. The news of this temporary removal follows a period of renewed interest in the Dragon Quest franchise.

In 2024, Square Enix released Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, modernizing the beloved classic for contemporary audiences.

Later in 2025, players can also anticipate the launch of Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake, continuing the developer’s commitment to preserving and updating the series’ legendary legacy for both new and returning fans. While the period that Dragon Quest XI S will be unavailable on the Nintendo Switch eShop is not expected to be lengthy, Square Enix has encouraged fans and prospective buyers to stay tuned for further updates regarding the listing’s return.

For players considering a purchase, Square Enix’s transparent communication underscores that this is a procedural update rather than a content change or delisting.

Customers can remain confident in the long-term availability of Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition on the Nintendo Switch eShop. With a continuing lineup of Dragon Quest remakes and updates on the horizon, Square Enix’s consistent support for the franchise ensures that the series remains front and center in the Nintendo Switch library and within RPG enthusiast communities worldwide.

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