Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake (DQ3)

Day Night Cycle: How to Change the Time

Dragon Quest 3 - Day Night Cycle How to Change the Time
You can change the time by resting at an inn or using a spell in Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake (DQ3). Read on to learn more about how to change time, as well as the several features of changing time in the game.

How to Change the Time

How to Change Time



Rest at an Inn

Dragon Quest 3 - Day Night Cycle How to Change the Time Inn

You can change the time by going to an Inn and choosing the option to Rest Awhile in the menu. From there, you can choose if you want to wake up at Dawn, Noon, Dusk, or Night. You can also restore both your HP and MP when using this method.

Use Tick-Tock Spell

Dragon Quest 3 - Day Night Cycle How to Change the Time Mage

The Tick-Tock Spell is from the Mage class that changes the time between night and day. If you happen to be exploring and can't find a nearby inn, then you can use this spell to change the time of the day.

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Use Dark Lamp Item

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The Dark Lamp is an item that can change the time to night time. Unfortunately, it only has that one specific function in the game so you are better off resting at an Inn or using the Tick-Tock spell.

Wait for Time to Pass During Exploration

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You can also just try standing by when exploring in the game so you can wait for the time to pass until it reaches the certain time period you're hoping to access.

Features From Changing Time

Features From Changing Time



New Accessible Areas

Dragon Quest 3 - Day Night Cycle How to Change the Time Items

Some areas are inaccessible during daytime, while others are restricted at night. Try changing the time to access and explore these areas to find valuable items for your journey.

Monster Spawn Locations

Dragon Quest 3 - Day Night Cycle How to Change the Time Metal Slime

There are monsters located at fixed locations that only spawn at a specific time. If you plan to recruit or hunt some monsters, know when day will spawn during the day.

Item Availability

Dragon Quest 3 - Day Night Cycle How to Change the Time Item

Some items are only available at various times of the day. Explore and revisit some areas to see if they have items you've missed from being at the wrong time.

Access to Asham Weapon Shop

Dragon Quest 3 - Day Night Cycle How to Change the Time Asham

In Asham, the weapon shop is only open and accessible during the night. It is recommended that you rest at an Inn to access the weapons the shop can provide for you.

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