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CrankyStorming (2927) on 5/28/2014 5:32 PM · Permalink · Report
Does anyone have any information regarding the mobile version? As far as I know, it's content-complete but running on a different engine and may or may not feature cloud saving (not certain). The copyright notice on the App Store page only lists 3 companies, so the main development company is unknown.
CrankyStorming (2927) on 5/29/2014 5:07 PM · Permalink · Report
It also says this version has DQM-style monster scouting. Was this in the original? I haven't seen it so far.
Fred VT (25936) on 5/29/2014 5:14 PM · Permalink · Report
I didn't get far in the original, so I don't know for sure, but this here might be it: http://www.gamefaqs.com/ps2/583527-dragon-quest-viii-journey-of-the-cursed-king/answers?qid=38562
No major difference is mentioned is this review either: http://toucharcade.com/2014/05/29/dragon-quest-viii-review/
CrankyStorming (2927) on 5/30/2014 1:41 PM · Permalink · Report
I've only heard anecdotal evidence, but I believe that this version also has an automation mechanic makes a character use the same action each turn as the previous turn without having to re-enter the command, which also works on the Hero. I know this wasn't in the original. There are other minor changes like increased starting money.
Fred VT (25936) on 5/30/2014 1:57 PM · edited · Permalink · Report
AT 1:53 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NZMb5GGzaNo
The developer, if not simply ported would either be Sqaure Enix or Armor Project.
The reworked battle system is also mentioned here: http://na.square-enix.com/us/blog/dragon-quest-viii-now-ios-and-android
"- The combat system has also been reworked, allowing for one-tap battles as well as more complex play."