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	Dragon Quest VIII - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Dragon Quest VIII sports graphics similar to those of Dark Chronicle (Dark Cloud 2 in North America) in that it has cel-shaded textures for the characters and scenery.
		Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King was released in North America on November 15, 2005, and shipped with a playable Final Fantasy XII demo disc.
		Dragon Quest VIII is a long game, typical of the series; it can take upwards of sixty hours to complete the journey, even if the player chooses to disregard the myriad secrets the game has to offer.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Dragon_Quest_VIII (6962 words)

	Dragon Quest - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Dragon Quest's North American name change was necessitated due to a trademark conflict with the role-playing game DragonQuest, which was published by veteran wargame publisher SPI in the 1980s until the company's bankruptcy in 1982 and purchase by TSR, which then published it as an alternate line to Dungeons and Dragons until 1987.
		Dragon Quest is such a cultural phenomenon in Japan that there are live-action ballets, musical concerts, and audio CDs based on the Dragon Quest universe.
		Dragon Quest VIII has been the second Dragon Quest game to be released in Europe (the first being Dragon Warrior Monsters published by Eidos), marketed as Dragon Quest: The Journey of the Cursed King.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Dragon_Quest (1757 words)

	Dragon Quest VIII Review
		The Dragon Quest series is insanely popular in Japan, so popular in fact, their was a law made many years ago that state's that no Dragon Quest game can be released on a week day (so as kids don't skip school to go buy it) That law still stands today.
		Dragon Quest VIII has a very classic RPG style to it, like many games in the genre, you travel from town to town, talk to people, gather items, buy weapons and maybe take on a side quest here or their.
		Dragon Quest VIII uses cell shaded graphics, the art of which was done by Akira Toriyama of Dragon Ball fame.
	comicbookbin.com /dragonquest8review462.html (896 words)

	Dragon Quest VIII > Review (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		More recently, I was one of the few gamers who slogged his way through Dragon Quest VII for PSone, released late in the life of the console, close to the release of the PS2.
		Dragon Quest VII was an old-school throwback title that delivered about 200 hours of game play; but the battle system and storytelling had evolved so little since the NES days that few modern gamers had the patience to truly immerse themselves in it and enjoy it for what it was.
		Your quest is to reverse the curse of Dhoulmagus, restoring the king and his daughter to their former selves, and seeking revenge upon the evil Dhoulmagus, who didn’t stop there but is wreaking havoc wherever he goes.
	web1.dignews.com /review.php?story_id=12759 (985 words)

	\| insert credit \| review \| dragon quest viii: the sky, the sea, the continent, and the cursed princess \| (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		dragon quest viii: the sky, the sea, the continent, and the cursed princess
		Dragon Quest V, which introduced the capture/collect/train monsters dynamic into role-playing games, was a long (though not too long), twisting, sweet little piece of videogame, which endeared itself to the player, forcing him to think of it ten years later with as much fondness as the revenge with which Billy thinks of his father's murder.
		Dragon Quest takes these themes, designs appealing characters to embody them, and then lets the world's most famous (and talented, in my opinion) comic artist/writer run with them on a hell of a budget.
	www.insertcredit.com /features/fukubukuro/2004/december.html (2073 words)

	Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King Review for PlayStation 2 - Gaming Age
		Now, I know this may seem an odd way to begin an article meant to discuss the merits of Dragon Quest VIII, but stick with me. You see, the characters of Dragon Quest VIII were designed by Akira Toriyama, who is perhaps better known as the creator of Dragon Ball Z. And in bringing Mr.
		That's all the time it takes for Dragon Quest VIII to introduce what it has to offer, beginning with a bit of story, a smidgen of battle, some brief dialogue, a snippet of exploration, and finally throwing the first of many quests your way.
		Sure, the story may be a little weak, but that doesn't stop Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King from being among the best, not to mention most polished, role-playing games of the generation.
	www.gaming-age.com /cgi-bin/reviews/review.pl?sys=ps2&game=dbq8 (686 words)

	Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King (ps2: 2005): Reviews
		Dragon Quest hits every check-mark on the list: it looks and sounds great, plays well, and tells a heart-warming and comical story that is never heavy-handed and is always enjoyable.
		Dragon Quest VIII may not revolutionize the console RPG genre, but it has done one thing that all the older RPGs have strived to be: it has become the greatest classic RPG experience of all time.
		While Dragon Quest VIII is content to leave the furthering of the RPG to other games, it does a brilliant job of bringing the past into the modern era by coupling old-fashioned gameplay with some beautiful art design.
	www.metacritic.com /games/platforms/ps2/dragonquest8 (2683 words)

	Dragon Quest VIII
		Dragon Quest VIII uses a very artistic visual dynamic, combining cel-shaded graphics with anime themes to create a world that is far different from your average role playing game.
		Dragon Quest VIII also employs a new Skill System which allows each character to increase their skill with certain weapons and abilities as they level up, adding a twist to the more traditional style of leveling.
		Rest assured you'll need them all, as combat in Dragon Quest VIII is a few degrees tougher than what the average player may be used to, especially in the beginning when your characters' abilities are extremely limited.
	www.psxextreme.com /scripts/reviews2/p_review.asp?revID=475 (1275 words)

	Kikizo Games: PS2 Review: Dragon Quest VIII: The Journey of the Cursed King
		However, due to a lack of interest around the globe, only one Dragon Quest (VII) made it's way to the U.S. in the PSOne era, and Dragon Quest VIII is the first - and only - installment in the series in the PS2 era.
		Dragon Quest VIII is no exception, but this "simplicity" isn't necessarily a bad thing, and the rest of game pays off in a big way.
		In fact, Dragon Quest VIII ranks as one of the more demanding RPGs in a long time, requiring the player to spend some extra time exploring, completing side-quests, leveling up, and in general, just becoming more powerful for the next area.
	games.kikizo.com /reviews/ps2/dragonquest8.asp (1865 words)

	WORTHPLAYING - - All about games !
		Virtually all Dragon Quest games are; as the Square-Enix rep mentioned to us, the games are so popular that it is required by law that they only be released on Saturdays and holidays lest they hurt national productivity.
		However, Dragon Quest VIII has that certain something it takes to become a global hit, and seems poised to return the lustre the franchise name once had in the minds of American gamers.
		Dragon Quest VIII presents the best of both worlds, with a four-person party that possess a wide range of abilities, and fully 3D combat environments that let the player see complex and entertaining combat animations.
	www.worthplaying.com /article.php?sid=25641 (1070 words)

	G4 - Feature - Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King Review
		Dragon Quest VIII is a treasure--after 20 years, we finally know what the Japanese have known for so long.
		Dragon Quest VIII is the rare exception: while the story isn’t bad, it’s nothing like the gothic pan-dimensional existential techno-dramas that the genre thrives on now, instead opting for a fairy tale in a world of almost incomprehensibly generic fantasy trappings.
		The quest and its characters are all well-realized, the cinematics are never overlong, and the localization is crafted with a rare care and wit.
	www.g4tv.com /xplay/features/53199/Dragon_Quest_VIII_Journey_of_the_Cursed_King_Review.html (978 words)

	GameShark \| Previews \| Dragon Quest VIII Preview
		Dragon Quest VII is already a hit in Japan, where (according to Square Enix figures) it has already sold millions of copies.
		Dragon Quest VIII represents the ultimate vision of Horii; a freeform role-playing game experience set in a fully 3D world where players spend hours up countless hours exploring and finding hidden things to their hearts' content.
		Dragon Quest games are traditionally turn-based and have always offered a plain old vanilla menu system for battles.
	www.gameshark.com /previews/3102/Dragon-Quest-VIII-Preview.htm (1088 words)

	PIXELSURGEON \| Reviews \| Games \| Dragon Quest VIII
		There will also come a moment in Dragon Quest VIII when it all falls apart, when the game’s obstinate nature and limited, outdated mechanics conspire to frustrate you to the point of giving up.
		Dragon Quest VIII’s second great innovation is its English-language soundtrack – one of the most impressive and considerate translations heard in any game to date.
		European voices are far more appropriate for the fairytale setting of the game than the more common imposition of American accents (along with the obligatory “ass-kicking”s that tend to accompany them) in games of this type.
	www.pixelsurgeon.com /reviews/review.php?id=1019 (1003 words)

	Hands On: Dragon Quest VIII > Preview (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		I recently had the opportunity to get my hands on Dragon Quest VIII, and while it was in a limited capacity, I can say with utmost confidence that I may or may not want to play the game when it comes out.
		In all seriousness, The Dragon Quest (formerly Dragon Warrior) series has always been one that has enjoyed a rabid following, with many of the faithful declaring it superior to the Final Fantasy franchise.
		Dragon Quest VIII will go down as one of the best RPG of 2005.
	web1.dignews.com /preview.php?story_id=11842 (965 words)

	GameSpy: Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King
		Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King (10/24/05) - The groundbreaking console RPG franchise is reborn in PS2-powered glory, with enhancements for the American version to boot.
		Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King (05/18/05) - Square Enix flexes its muscle to reinvent its core series in style.
		Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King (11/22/05) - The originator of the console RPG sticks to its roots while rapidly evolving into a game that will come to define the PlayStation 2 experience.
	ps2.gamespy.com /playstation-2/dragon-warrior-viii (431 words)

	Dragon Quest VIII review for the PS2
		The Dragon Warrior games for the NES were actually called Dragon Quest in their native Japan, and the series continued overseas with little heed to the States after the death of the old gray box.
		While not bursting with innovation, Dragon Quest VIII is a study in refinement and sheer fluidity.
		The core of Dragon Quest VIII is the epitome of elegant design while the aesthetics are nearly unmatched.
	www.gamerevolution.com /article/index.php?type=review&platform=ps2&game=dragon_quest_viii (1026 words)

	Dragon Quest VIII Hands-On - PlayStation 2 News at GameSpot
		Dragon Quest VIII Hands-On The highly anticipated next installment in Square Enix's classic role-playing franchise is playable at the Tokyo Game Show, and we eagerly put it through its paces.
		With its transition to full 3D, Dragon Quest VIII, in turn, has adjustable camera-angle features (which can be changed via the shoulder buttons on the gamepad) that let you move your view angle or let you check the field from a first-person perspective--though, unfortunately, you can't walk around while you're in the first-person view.
		Considering that Dragon Quest VII was released in the US and that Square Enix commented last year that it hoped the anime-style graphics in DQVIII would make the game a hit with overseas audiences, it's pretty much guaranteed that Dragon Quest VIII will be making its way to North American shores in the future.
	www.gamespot.com /ps2/rpg/dragonwarrior8/preview_6108850.html (1905 words)

	Dragon Quest VIII Review
		If you don't care for the characters than their journey will be less exciting and important because the main purpose of any rpg quest is to go on a journey around the world with the cast of characters to help fight against the evil that threaten the world.
		Dragon Quest VIII is an improvement to VII but not by much.
		If Dragon Quest is ever to expect major success outside of the Japanese market, major changes needs to be done to the series.
	www.rpgdreamer.com /dq8/dq8review.html (3360 words)

	Dragon Quest VIII for PlayStation 2 Reviews at Shopping.com
		For those who don’t know Dragon Quest 8 is actually the continuation of Dragon Warrior, due to legal mumbo jumbo in the states the name of the dragon quest series where changed to Dragon Warrior.
		Luckily Dragon Quest 8 is fairly streamline and quick battle system other wise it would have really slowed down the game.
		Dragon Quest 8 as it’s problems but I am going to let it fly and give it 4 stars cuss it did keep me playing through all 100 hours of it.
	www.shopping.com /xPR-Square_DRAGONQUEST_VIII~RD-214535343748 (1959 words)

	Gamerhelp - Video Game FAQs, Tested Cheat Codes, Gaming Community and more
		Dragon Quest VIII offers us just that, plus a nice demo of Final Fantasy XII to boot.
		When a family crisis has her setting off on a quest for revenge against the evil Dhoulmagus her mother expels her from the family entirely, saying that revenge is not something that she should seek.
		While Dragon Quest VIII does employ a system of random encounters you will still randomly come across visible enemies on the map, and for the most part these enemies are much more difficult than the encounters so at this point in the game you should be avoiding them.
	www.gamerhelp.com /ps2/DragonQuestVIII/106680.shtml (16551 words)

	Polycat.net - Creative Logic » Blog Archive » Top Ten Games of 2005, #10 — Dragon Quest VIII (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		And then Dragon Quest VIII was released, and the villagers rejoiced.
		If Dragon Quest VIII can continue the polish and fun that it hasn’t lacked a single bit of for the first twenty hours, then this game would easily make number one — so just know that.
		Dragon Quest VIII’s graphics are nothing short of spectacular, despite the fact that some lesser gamers would pawn the game’s look off as “kiddy” and have nothing more of it.
	www.polycat.net /1115 (1116 words)

	Review: Dragon Quest VIII - PS2 \| lawrence.com
		Dragon Quest has long been an in-house development, but with the beginnings of a new future for the recent creation of the company Square Enix, they’ve decided to hand the Dragon Quest series over to another development team.
		I’ll be the first to say that Dragon Quest isn’t’ what it is because of the storyline.
		Dragon Quest VIII boasts great battles, excellent visual style, and a freshness the series has been longing for.
	www.lawrence.com /news/2005/dec/08/review_dragon_quest_viii_ps2 (1054 words)

	Amazon.com: Dragon Quest VIII Journey of the Cursed King: Computer & Video Games (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King is the latest installment of the immensely popular Dragon Quest series and the first to be released for the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system.
		Dragon Quest (previously known as Dragon Warrior in the US) has always been one of those games that I had to have.
		Dragon Quest VIII is a great edition to the Dragon Quest library, and an instant classic.
	www.amazon.com /exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B0009A4EV2?v=glance (2576 words)

	Metareview -- Dragon Quest VIII - Joystiq
		Square Enix's Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King, developed by Level-5, has finally made its way to North America, bringing its proper series' moniker with it (Dragon Quest, not Dragon Warrior).
		Dragon Quest VIII just doesn't live up to the others in the series.
		The only way Dragon Ball Z (which is crap in my opinion ;P) and Dragon Quest/Warrior (which is good ;P) is both of them have the same character designer.
	www.joystiq.com /2005/11/25/metareview-dragon-quest-viii (1388 words)

	Review - Dragon Quest VIII: The Journey of the Cursed King // PlayStation 2 /// Eurogamer
		Dragon Quest VIII is begun - the most beautiful world in a game.
		So Dragon Quest VIII arrives with us as a game from an alternate reality: a multi-million-dollar update for a style of game we left behind a decade ago.
		Dragon Quest VIII is full of contradictions and you, eye of the beholder, could see either depending on the way its light catches in your mind: it’s elegant but simple, tired but fresh, grinding but impelling, derivative but engrossing, silly but serious, gentle but bitchy, easy going but tough-as-nails.
	www.eurogamer.net /article.php?article_id=62256 (1152 words)

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