DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS (2024)

Developer: Square Enix
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, RPG
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 765 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 33 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A bright, blocky world where you gather materials, build structures, and explore at your own pace.

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What players say

Players describe it as Minecraft with a clear goal, where each chapter resets progress but unlocks extras in a sandbox mode. The story gives direction and the QoL updates are welcome, though some find the chapters formulaic and the controls awkward. Reviews on Steam Deck report progress-breaking bugs.

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