The Hero
The young central protagonist, whose identity and connection to the two worlds drive the story.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-pad | Move the character or navigate menus. |
|---|---|
A | Talk, investigate, confirm selections, and interact with objects. |
B | Cancel selections and open the field command menu while exploring. |
X | Open the main menu. |
Y | Use the party chat function when available. |
Control notes
The Nintendo DS touch screen is used for selected interface functions, but core movement and combat commands use the buttons.
How it plays
How does Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation play?
The game uses a top-down perspective for exploration and a first-person battle view. Players travel between towns, fields, caves, towers, and other dungeons while collecting equipment, solving local problems, and advancing the main story.
Battles are turn-based. Party members can attack, defend, cast spells, use abilities or items, and attempt to flee. Characters gain experience and can change vocations at Alltrades Abbey, learning skills and spells as they progress through different classes. The party also gains access to expanded travel options and optional activities as the story develops.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Revelation?
Build a balanced party with dependable damage, healing, and status recovery. Do not neglect equipment upgrades, especially shields and armor, because dungeon enemies can punish underprepared characters.
Experiment with vocations at Alltrades Abbey. Early classes provide useful abilities, while advanced classes reward deliberate combinations of mastered vocations. Keep restorative items available, save often, and search towns and dungeons thoroughly for Mini Medals, hidden items, and optional recruits.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Carver
A strong and dependable fighter who joins the hero early in the journey.
Milly
A compassionate party member with a mysterious past and strong magical potential.
Ashlynn
A gifted spellcaster whose memories and role are closely tied to the world’s central mystery.
Nevan
A priestly warrior who brings healing magic and a serious sense of duty to the party.
Amos
A powerful warrior from Monstroferrato who can become a valuable ally.
Terry
A skilled swordsman and wandering fighter with an important connection to Milly.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Use Zoom and Evacuation when available to reduce travel through previously cleared areas.
- 2
Check party abilities after changing vocation; learned skills remain useful even when a character changes class.
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Amos can be recruited only by handling his story event correctly; avoid giving him the wrong response when first meeting him.
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