Dragon Quest VIII - Masterpiece Reborn v0.7.1 Adds 3DS Content, Red and Morrie
The unofficial PC port's new update adds a toggle for 3DS-style overworld encounters and PS2-style random encounters, plus new items and cutscenes.
Version 0.7.1 of the unofficial PC port Dragon Quest VIII - Masterpiece Reborn was released this week, bringing content from the Nintendo 3DS version of the game to the project, according to wccftech.com.
The update adds a toggle that lets players switch between 3DS-style overworld encounters and PS2-style random encounters. Red and Morrie become playable in the new version, with improved models.
Version 0.7.1 also introduces new items, equipment and cutscenes from the 3DS release. Voice lines that were previously exclusive to that version now play on any voice setting.
Several pre-rendered cutscenes were upscaled and resized for widescreen, and character facial animations were improved. The update also includes small framerate and UI fixes.
Background
Dragon Quest VIII - Masterpiece Reborn, based on the mobile release, has been available since late August with support for high framerates up to 4K, enhanced textures, orchestral music and quality-of-life improvements. Square Enix has separately released HD-2D remasters of the first three Dragon Quest entries and a full remake of the seventh, while Dragon Quest XII: Beyond Dreams has an as-yet-unconfirmed date and Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World is set to launch on December 3.
Quick answers
What does version 0.7.1 of Dragon Quest VIII - Masterpiece Reborn add?
It adds a toggle between 3DS-style overworld encounters and PS2-style random encounters, makes Red and Morrie playable with improved models, and brings new items, equipment, cutscenes and previously 3DS-exclusive voice lines.
Is Dragon Quest VIII - Masterpiece Reborn an official Square Enix release?
No. It is an unofficial PC port based on the mobile release of Dragon Quest VIII.
When did Dragon Quest VIII - Masterpiece Reborn first become available?
The unofficial PC port has been available since late August.