DRAGON QUEST IV

DRAGON QUEST IV

by SQUARE ENIX

128 ratings
138 reviews
#92 in paid Role Playing
🎮 Games
👑 Role Playing
$14.99

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 7, 2014
  • May 14, 2025
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Embark on an epic adventure across five unique chapters, each following a different cast of characters. This standalone mobile game offers over 40 hours of gameplay, allowing you to experience the full story without further purchases or downloads.

Five unique character chapters
Over 40 hours of gameplay
Party Talk feature
360-degree camera rotation
Wagon Quest for party management
AI controlled battles
In-game casino
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What's New in DRAGON QUEST IV

1.1.3

May 14, 2025

Fixed minor bugs.

Charts

Top Paid

This game rose +64 positions in Role Playing games chart.

Last updated on July 27, 2026.

User reviews

Great game, HORRIBLE conversion

DQIV (DWIV) was a childhood fav! The story is great, the game is great. The "team" that converted this to mobile is an abomination! Most 5 year-olds speak better English than this translation team, and the fact that you can't mute a mobile game is UTTERLY PREPOSTEROUS! Shame, shame, shame on whomever is responsible for this. Game control pad is over-done/hypersensitive for mobile gaming, and the camera angles on this "3D conversion" are an unnecessary hassle and very confusing. Wow!

Dragon Quest III was SO GOOD! Like literally the best mobile RPG I've ever played. I simply just don't understand how this disaster was ever published.


FOLLOW-UP: Above was my review of the game while still in Chapter 3 or 4. All still applies! Translation is truly awful and the camera angles in this 3D version cause immense confusion and literally defy logic- there are places where you will inevitably be forced to use a guide to manipulate your way through the game because of poor map design. Still though, now that I got through the [true] ending, the nostalgia flows freely. This is [was] SUCH AN AMAZING GAME! Best storyline ever. Well done, Square Enix (circa 1990)! So glad to play again.
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Great game, HORRIBLE conversion

DQIV (DWIV) was a childhood fav! The story is great, the game is great. The "team" that converted this to mobile is an abomination! Most 5 year-olds speak better English than this translation team, and the fact that you can't mute a mobile game is UTTERLY PREPOSTEROUS! Shame, shame, shame on whomever is responsible for this. Game control pad is over-done/hypersensitive for mobile gaming, and the camera angles on this "3D conversion" are an unnecessary hassle. Wow!

Dragon Quest III was SO GOOD! Like literally the best mobile RPG I've ever played. I simply just don't understand how this disaster was ever published.
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Garbage

8+ hours into the game, in chapter 4 heading to the mines and lost ALL save data. Game was done saving so closed out the window. When I next loaded the app save data was completely gone, including most recent cloud save data. Only cloud save data available was from chapter 1 and only 19 minutes into the game
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No Hoffmans Place?

I still remember playing this game when it was Dragon Warrior4 on the NES. And then again on the Nintendo DS. Almost a flawless game, just as I remember. One little bug, I can’t seem to get Hoffman‘s place off the ground. Maybe it’s just me. Otherwise, one of my favorite all-time games.

One of the greatest JRPGs of all time

It’s a decent port but lacks modern features.

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Reported Bugs

10 issues

Cloud save data fails to sync between devices

Bug

Save data completely lost after closing app

Bug

iCloud saves incompatible with iOS 15+

Bug

Game crashes mid-gameplay

Bug

Hoffman's place quest bug

Bug

Kabuff ability damage calculation incorrect

Bug

Character accidentally enters wrong doors due to control sensitivity

Bug

Battle window obscures visuals on iPad

Bug

Music loops restart after battles

Bug

App installation fails on some devices

Bug

Requested Features

12 requests

Controller support for iOS devices

Feature

Landscape mode option

Feature

Ability to mute game audio while keeping other apps

Feature

Drag-to-move control scheme

Feature

Difficulty settings/harder difficulty option

Feature

Auto-save after boss battles and inn stays

Feature

Japanese language option

Feature

Spanish language localization

Feature

Vision Pro compatibility

Feature

Bundle pricing for DQ series

Feature

Dragon Quest VII English mobile release

Feature

Dragon Quest Monsters mobile version

Feature

FAQ

What is Dragon Quest IV?

Dragon Quest IV is a mobile role-playing game that is the first installment in the Zenithian Trilogy. It features an epic adventure that unfolds over five unique chapters, each focusing on a different cast of characters. The game offers over 40 hours of gameplay in one standalone package.

What are the key features of Dragon Quest IV on mobile?

Key features include a multi-chapter story with different protagonists, over 40 hours of gameplay, Party Talk to interact with companions, 360-degree camera views in towns, Wagon Quest for party management, AI Battles for automated combat, and an in-game casino. There is also an extra chapter and bonus dungeon past the main ending.

How much does Dragon Quest IV cost?

Dragon Quest IV is a premium game that you purchase once. After the initial download, there are no further in-app purchases or additional downloads required to access the full game content.

What devices and operating systems are supported?

The game requires iOS 11.0 and above. Supported devices include iPhone 5S/iPod touch (6th Generation)/iPad (5th Generation) and above. In-game text is available in English only.

What kind of gameplay can I expect?

You can expect a classic role-playing game experience with a strong emphasis on story and character development. Gameplay involves exploring the world, engaging in turn-based battles with enemies, interacting with non-player characters, and progressing through a multi-part narrative. You can choose to control your party's actions or utilize AI battles for convenience.