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Dragon Quest 2 HD-2D Remake (DQ2)
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Three difficulty settings are expected to be available for players in Dragon Quest 2 HD-2D Remake (DQ2). Learn about each difficulty and know which one best fits your playstyle!
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Difficulty Settings and Differences
Summary of All Difficulty Settings
| Difficulty | Description |
|---|---|
| Dracky Quest | For players who want to focus on the story and exploration. Battles pose very little threat, and enemy attacks deal lower damage.
Features: ・HP will never reach 0 ・Receive normal damage ・Receive standard amount of EXP and gold ・Can inflict more damage ・Some bosses have no HP Regen |
| Dragon Quest | For players who want the authentic DQ2 challenge. Enemies are balanced, and grinding is moderate but rewarding.
Features: ・Characters can die ・Receive normal damage ・Receive standard amount of EXP and gold ・Can inflict standard damage ・Bosses have HP with standard amount |
| Draconian Quest | For players looking for a tough and thrilling challenge. Enemies hit harder, reward less EXP and gold, and some bosses gain new patterns or more HP.
Features: ・Characters can die ・Receive more damage ・Receive 30% less of EXP and gold ・Can only inflict less than the standard damage ・Bosses have more HP |
Like Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake, Dragon Quest 2 is expected to include three main difficulty settings, namely Dracky Quest, Dragon Quest, and Draconian Quest.
Each difficulty lets you decide how you want to experience and progress your adventure.
Cannot Die on Dracky Difficulty
| Difficulty | Description |
|---|---|
| Dracky Quest | Your HP will never reach 0, meaning that you cannot die in the game. |
| Dragon Quest | Your character dies when reaching 0 HP. |
| Draconian Quest | Your character dies when reaching 0 HP. |
The Dracky Difficulty will not let your characters reach 0 HP, basically making your party immortal. Restoring items become impractical as there is no need to actually restore your HP from damage incurred from enemies.
Best Difficulty Settings
Dragon Quest or Draconian Quest
We recommend playing on Dragon Quest or Draconian Quest mode for your first run. Dracky Quest will likely make battles too easy, removing much of the strategic tension from the early-game grind and late-game boss fights.
Dragon Quest mode should strike a good balance between challenge and accessibility, while Draconian Quest will satisfy those seeking an authentic, old game difficulty reminiscent of the original Dragon Quest 2.
All Difficulty Settings
Dracky Quest
Enemies deal less damage, and party recovery items and spells may be more effective. This mode is best for players who want to focus purely on the story without worrying about frequent wipes.
Dragon Quest
A balanced setting that mirrors the standard gameplay flow. EXP and gold remain at normal values, and enemies scale naturally as you explore each region. This is ideal for players who want to enjoy both the story and the traditional gameplay challenge.
Draconian Quest
Enemies hit harder, and resources like gold and EXP may be reduced. Bosses are expected to have enhanced HP and stats, making each victory feel earned. This is the mode for players who want to relive Dragon Quest II’s original punishing difficulty.
How to Change Difficulty Settings
Difficulty Changing Can Be Done on the Menu
| How to Change Difficulty | |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Open the menu and access the System Settings. |
| 2 |  Select the Difficulty Settings option. |
| 3 |  Choose the difficulty you want in the game. |
Difficulty settings are accessible by opening up the menu and selecting the System Settings. From there, players will likely be able to adjust difficulty mid-playthrough, letting them fine-tune their experience based on their party’s strength and progress.
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