Dragon Quest IV Chapters of the Chosen - Nintendo DS

Key Features and Benefits: DS featureThis is the first time in history that Dragon Quest IV appears on a portable game system in North America. With the Nintendo DS's unique console features, this beloved game will be more exciting than ever. Dual screenDual screen means double the adventure! Journey through a beautifully rendered 3D world, with dynamic dual screen presentation and newly animated monsters. You'll be able to enjoy this adventure at any time with its release on a portable console. The status and command windows appear on both screens, which makes it easier to keep track of critical information. The world map is constantly displayed on the top screen while you travel through the field. Be sure to use it to check your current location. Each menu in the game offers a simple description and visual icon so you can navigate it easily. Items are easy to use, and keeping them organized has never been more simply. Battle menusIntense Battles on the DS! In Dragon Quest IV, battles are simple to control! The top screen shows the party's current status, while the main battle commands and your enemies will appear on the bottom screen. Keep track of your party's status and use tactics wisely against your enemies. You can swap members between those in the wagon and those in the battle party at any time using the "Party Members" command. Choose your party based on the obstacles and foes you face. Having the right person for the job makes all the difference. Each of the various monsters you encounter will come ready with their own unique attacks. The background of the battlefield will change depending on the area and time of day, making battles more engaging. Learn the ins and outs of the Dragon Quest IV battle system to enjoy lively and heated battles. Build a bustling boom townUse the DS feature "Chance Encounter" to build your very own frontier town! Players can send their own pioneers to one another, watching as their once-empty hamlet grows into a mega-metropolis! You can send your personalized emissary out with a message to spread across the globe. Each player's town will develop differently with a wide variety of pioneers. As more pioneers become a part of your town, they will build more houses and shops. You can check each pioneer's hobbies and hometown so you can get to know the new members of your community. Also, various people you meet throughout your journey become a member of your town as well! Find people from all walks of life and create your own original town!