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DRAGON QUEST IV — Build villages, train troops, battle players in addictive strategy game

Android Role Playing SQUARE ENIX Co.,Ltd.
4.4 GP
49,336+
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Description

Been playing DRAGON QUEST IV for a couple months now. It’s basically a fantasy RPG where you build up your village, train an army, and battle against other players. Pretty addicting stuff if you’re into strategy games.

The core gameplay loop is simple – you collect resources, upgrade your buildings and troops, then go raid other players’ villages. There’s also a story mode with different chapters, each focusing on a new set of characters. Doesn’t take itself too seriously which I like. The graphics look great and it runs smoothly even on my older phone.

Look, if you’re a fan of games like Clash of Clans, you’ll probably dig this. It’s not perfect – the upgrade times get pretty ridiculous at higher levels and the ads can be annoying if you don’t pay. But overall it’s a solid time-killer that I’d recommend checking out.

Editor Opinion

So here's my take on DRAGON QUEST IV. I've tested a bunch of mobile strategy games and this one stands out for its nice blend of depth and accessibility. The core loop of building up your village and battling other players is really addictive, and I like the fantasy RPG theme. It's free-to-play but doesn't feel too pay-to-win, at least in the early/mid game. The main downside is that it can get grindy and repetitive after a while, but if you're looking for a deep, well-polished strategy game, this is a pretty good option.

Manya Lyalya
Author Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Tons of strategic depth without being overwhelming
  • Graphics look great and run smooth on older phones
  • Free to play, don't need to spend money to enjoy it
  • Charming fantasy RPG theme with a fun story
  • Satisfying base-building and troop training loop

Cons

  • Upgrades take forever at higher levels
  • Gets repetitive after playing for a while
  • Ads can be annoying if you don't pay to remove them
  • Story mode is kind of short and predictable

Specifications

Updated 03.10.2025
Category Role Playing
Age Rating Everyone 10+
Developer SQUARE ENIX Co.,Ltd.
Android Android 6.0++
Package Name com.square_enix.android_googleplay.dq4

Ratings

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4.4/5
2,473 reviews
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