Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World
Switch · JRPG · Square Enix
Coming 3 December 2026
When does Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World come out?
3 December 2026
That's the announced release day. Dates can still move, and we update this page when they do.
Is Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World on the cartridge or a Game-Key Card?
Not announced yet
The publisher hasn't said whether it's the full game on the cartridge or a Game-Key Card. We'll update this page when they do.
What we know
A new monster-taming Dragon Quest Monsters game starring Bianca and Nera, with more than 500 monsters. A physical Switch edition (whole game on the cartridge) and a Collector's Edition are confirmed, and the date in the UK and Europe is 1 December.
Ratings open on release day
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