DRAGON QUEST VIII Downloads & RevenueDRAGON QUEST VIII · App Store & Google Play
DRAGON QUEST VIII by SQUARE ENIX is on App Store and Google Play. Active Users (MAU & DAU), Downloads, rankings, keywords, revenue, and rating totals.
Full timeline · 27 events
- 📈DRAGON QUEST VIII entered the top 100iOSTop Paid · All Apps · FR
- 🚀DRAGON QUEST VIII: now shown next to [Premium]RPG アスディバインディオス, [Premium]RPG ドラゴンシンカー, [Premium]RPG アスディバインハーツ２ +2 moreiOSthe store's “similar apps” for it changed: who it's seen as competing with
- 📈DRAGON QUEST VIII entered the top 10AndroidTop Paid · Role Playing · US
- 📈DRAGON QUEST VIII charting in a new countryAndroidUnited States
- 📈DRAGON QUEST VIII entered the top 10iOSTop Paid · Role Playing · AE
- 📈DRAGON QUEST VIII entered the top 100iOSTop Paid · Games · AE
- 📈DRAGON QUEST VIII entered the top 100iOSTop Paid · Role Playing · BR
- 📈DRAGON QUEST VIII entered the top 10 in 2 chartsiOSTop Paid · Role Playing · FR · Top Paid · Role Playing · IT
- 📈DRAGON QUEST VIII entered the top 100iOSTop Paid · Role Playing · SA
- 📈DRAGON QUEST VIII entered the top 100 in 3 chartsAndroidTop Paid · Role Playing · IN · Top Paid · Role Playing · SA · Top Paid · Role Playing · TR
- 📈DRAGON QUEST VIII charting in a new country in 3 chartsAndroidIndia · Saudi Arabia · Turkey
- 🆕DRAGON QUEST VIII first spotted by AppInsiderAndroidIndonesia
- 📈DRAGON QUEST VIII entered the top 100 in 2 chartsiOSTop Paid · Games · FR · Top Paid · Games · PH
- 📈DRAGON QUEST VIII charting in a new countryiOSPhilippines
- 📈DRAGON QUEST VIII entered the top 100iOSTop Paid · Games · TW
- 📈DRAGON QUEST VIII charting in a new countryiOSTaiwan
- 📈DRAGON QUEST VIII entered the top 100 in 5 chartsiOSTop Paid · Role Playing · AU · Top Paid · Role Playing · DE · Top Paid · Role Playing · ID · Top Paid · Role Playing · KR · +1 more
- 📈DRAGON QUEST VIII charting in a new country in 2 chartsiOSAustralia · United Kingdom
- 📈DRAGON QUEST VIII entered the top 100iOSTop Paid · Role Playing · GB
- 📈DRAGON QUEST VIII charting in a new countryiOSIndonesia
- 📈DRAGON QUEST VIII charting in a new country in 4 chartsiOSBrazil · Canada · South Korea · Saudi Arabia
- 📈DRAGON QUEST VIII entered the top 100iOSTop Paid · Role Playing · CA
- 🆕DRAGON QUEST VIII first spotted by AppInsideriOS#27 in Top Paid · Role Playing · Italy
- 📦DRAGON QUEST VIII version 1.1.6iOSFixed minor bugs.
- 📦DRAGON QUEST VIII version 1.2.4AndroidFixed minor bugs.
- 🆕DRAGON QUEST VIII released on the App StoreiOS
- 🆕DRAGON QUEST VIII released on Google PlayAndroid
Collected from the stores by AppInsider since we first spotted the app. Dates are when we saw each change.
Games › Role Playing PaidDRAGON QUEST VIII at a glance
AI summary written from our chart and store data, 2026-11-01. It can be wrong: check the numbers above.
A premium, full-3D turn-based RPG port of Dragon Quest VIII designed for iPhone and iPad users seeking a complete, no-in-app-purchase gaming experience. The app holds strong positions in the paid Role Playing category across multiple regions, notably ranking #3 in the UAE and within the top 100 in the US, UK, Canada, France, South Korea, and Italy.
Similar apps: Final Fantasy VI, Chrono Trigger, Dragon Quest XI S
Turn-based RPG Anime Fantasy long sessions Premium
#jrpg #story-rich #single-player #classic #square-enix #adventure
App Store
App details
App privacy Measured
DRAGON QUEST VIII declares it collects no data at all — the rarest and most private label on the App Store.
As declared by the developer on the App Store — Apple requires every app to publish this label. We track changes over time.
Google Play
App details
DRAGON QUEST VIII downloads & installs
Both stores, worldwide. Bands are open; exact numbers are free with an account.
| Store | Downloads / day | Lifetime installs |
|---|---|---|
| App Store | 10+ | 50k+ |
| Google Play | 10+ | 100k+ Measured |
| Total | 10+ Confidence | 100k+ Confidence |
How this is calculated
Where DRAGON QUEST VIII's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
How this is calculated
Business model: Ad-led
How DRAGON QUEST VIII makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
Where it ranks now
Both stores, across every country we track.
| Store | Best rank | Charting in | US Top Free | US Top Grossing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| App Store | #55 Games › Role Playing Paid | 10 of 30 countries | – | – |
| Google Play | #51 Games › Role Playing Paid | 9 of 23 countries | – | – |
Full chart lists: App Store · Google Play.
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisReview momentum (0-100) blends how fast the app collects ratings compared with other apps in its category (60%), whether that pace is speeding up (25%) and what recent raters give it (15%; recent stars well below lifetime pull it down). Ratings counts are read daily. A jump usually means a launch, a feature, ads or a new review prompt.
Ratings
Both stores. Store data, measured.
| Store | Rating | Ratings |
|---|---|---|
| App Store | 3.8 ★ | 401 |
| Google Play | 3.5 ★ | 9.6k 1.1k written reviews |
| Both stores | 3.5 ★ weighted by ratings | 10k |
What users say about DRAGON QUEST VIII
From the 50 most recent App Store reviews in the US.
Users criticize the port for lacking controller support and landscape mode, which makes gameplay difficult on mobile devices. Many reviewers express disappointment over the removal of voice acting and orchestral music compared to the original console version.
Mixed (36% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for being useful, and being easy to use. The main complaints are about price and subscriptions, and crashes and bugs. Recent reviews are more positive than earlier ones.
What people like
- Useful: “In any case, I highly recommend this game!!”
- Ease of use: “Best DQ on not the best platform, but still playable and convenient”
- Design: “The game designers have straight up BDE”
- Features & content: “So please if you’re not gonna have overworld sprites, at least add some speed up option because dang”
Common complaints
- Price & subscription: “Not the original, and not worth the money”
- Crashes & bugs: “It’s very buggy and the control system is trash”
- Updates: “last update THREE YEARS AGO??”
- Design: “It is truly sad to see this beautiful game in such an atrocious state”
About DRAGON QUEST VIII
This was the first title in the series to be presented in full 3D, and its exquisitely detailed world has to be seen to be believed!
Set off on an unforgettable adventure with Yangus, the bandit with a heart of gold, Jessica, the high-born magical minx, and Angelo, knight and lothario, by your side!
Everything you need is here in a single package!
Once the app is downloaded, there's no more to pay, as every last shred of content is yours to enjoy.
So get ready to play the epic that is DRAGON QUEST VIII from beginning to end—and far beyond!
Prologue
Legends tell of an ancient sceptre, within which is sealed a fearsome power...
When the relic's long-dormant magics are awoken by the treachery of a malign magician, an entire kingdom falls into a cursed slumber, prompting a young soldier to embark on an unforgettable journey...
Game Features
– Simple, Accessible Controls
The control system has been streamlined to work perfectly with modern touch interfaces.
The position of the directional pad can be adjusted freely, enabling players to switch between one-handed and two-handed play with a tap of the screen.
The combat system has also been reworked, allowing for one-tap battles as well as more complex play.
– The Tension System
During battle, you can select 'Psyche Up' to give your next attack some extra oomph!
The more you psyche a character up, the higher their tension will rise, until they finally reach an insane state known as super-high tension!
– Skill Points
Skill points are earned when your characters level up, and can be assigned to various skills in order to learn new spells and abilities.
This system allows you to perfectly tailor your team to your liking.
– Monster Teams
Certain monsters found in the field can be scouted for your monster team – if you're tough enough to beat them, that is!
Once assembled, your crack squad can take part in the fiercely contested tournaments held at the monster arena, and can even come to your aid in battle!
– The Alchemy Pot
Combine existing items to create entirely new ones!
Even the most unassuming objects could be ingredients for the greatest items of all!
Seek out the recipes hidden all over the world, and see if you can cook up something truly special!
– The Casino
Fans of the series will be pleased to learn that the casino is back, and fully-equipped for fun!
This time around, there are three exciting activities to enjoy: bingo, slot machines and roulette!
Just don't get so caught up in the action that you forget your adventure entirely!
[Supported Operating Systems]
iOS15.0 and Above
[Supported Devices]
iPhone 6s or Higher/iPad (5th Generation or Better)
DRAGON QUEST VIII App Store
DRAGON QUEST VIII is #62 in Games › Role Playing Paid in United States and charting in 10 of 30 countries we track.
Updated 8 Nov 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
25 Sep 2026
Games › Role Playing PaidDRAGON QUEST VIII at a glance
AI summary written from our chart and store data, 2026-11-01. It can be wrong: check the numbers above.
A premium, full-3D turn-based RPG port of Dragon Quest VIII designed for iPhone and iPad users seeking a complete, no-in-app-purchase gaming experience. The app holds strong positions in the paid Role Playing category across multiple regions, notably ranking #3 in the UAE and within the top 100 in the US, UK, Canada, France, South Korea, and Italy.
Similar apps: Final Fantasy VI, Chrono Trigger, Dragon Quest XI S
Turn-based RPG Anime Fantasy long sessions Premium
#jrpg #story-rich #single-player #classic #square-enix #adventure
DRAGON QUEST VIII on the App Store
App details
App privacy Measured
DRAGON QUEST VIII declares it collects no data at all — the rarest and most private label on the App Store.
As declared by the developer on the App Store — Apple requires every app to publish this label. We track changes over time.
DRAGON QUEST VIII downloads
Worldwide, per day, and installs to date. The band is open; the exact number is free with an account.
How this is calculated
Where DRAGON QUEST VIII's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
How this is calculated
Business model: Ad-led
How DRAGON QUEST VIII makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
Where it ranks now
Every top chart it appears in across 30 countries.
| Country | Charts | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Games › Role PlayingPaid | #62 |
| France | GamesPaid | #177 |
| France | Games › Role PlayingPaid | #55 |
 South Korea | Games › Role PlayingPaid | #85 |
 Canada | Games › Role PlayingPaid | #125 |
 Brazil | Games › Role PlayingPaid | #126 |
| Italy | Games › Role PlayingPaid | #112 |
 Indonesia | Games › Role PlayingPaid | #97 |
 Australia | Games › Role PlayingPaid | #187 |
 United Arab Emirates | Games › Role PlayingPaid | #70 |
 Saudi Arabia | Games › Role PlayingPaid | #110 |
Apps near DRAGON QUEST VIII on the chart
Games › Role Playing Paid, around #62.
Ratings
App Store, worldwide.
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisReview momentum (0-100) blends how fast the app collects ratings compared with other apps in its category (60%), whether that pace is speeding up (25%) and what recent raters give it (15%; recent stars well below lifetime pull it down). Ratings counts are read daily. A jump usually means a launch, a feature, ads or a new review prompt.
What users say about DRAGON QUEST VIII
From the 50 most recent App Store reviews in the US.
Users criticize the port for lacking controller support and landscape mode, which makes gameplay difficult on mobile devices. Many reviewers express disappointment over the removal of voice acting and orchestral music compared to the original console version.
Mixed (36% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for being useful, and being easy to use. The main complaints are about price and subscriptions, and crashes and bugs. Recent reviews are more positive than earlier ones.
What people like
- Useful: “In any case, I highly recommend this game!!”
- Ease of use: “Best DQ on not the best platform, but still playable and convenient”
- Design: “The game designers have straight up BDE”
- Features & content: “So please if you’re not gonna have overworld sprites, at least add some speed up option because dang”
Common complaints
- Price & subscription: “Not the original, and not worth the money”
- Crashes & bugs: “It’s very buggy and the control system is trash”
- Updates: “last update THREE YEARS AGO??”
- Design: “It is truly sad to see this beautiful game in such an atrocious state”
About DRAGON QUEST VIII
This was the first title in the series to be presented in full 3D, and its exquisitely detailed world has to be seen to be believed!
Set off on an unforgettable adventure with Yangus, the bandit with a heart of gold, Jessica, the high-born magical minx, and Angelo, knight and lothario, by your side!
Everything you need is here in a single package!
Once the app is downloaded, there's no more to pay, as every last shred of content is yours to enjoy.
So get ready to play the epic that is DRAGON QUEST VIII from beginning to end—and far beyond!
Prologue
Legends tell of an ancient sceptre, within which is sealed a fearsome power...
When the relic's long-dormant magics are awoken by the treachery of a malign magician, an entire kingdom falls into a cursed slumber, prompting a young soldier to embark on an unforgettable journey...
Game Features
– Simple, Accessible Controls
The control system has been streamlined to work perfectly with modern touch interfaces.
The position of the directional pad can be adjusted freely, enabling players to switch between one-handed and two-handed play with a tap of the screen.
The combat system has also been reworked, allowing for one-tap battles as well as more complex play.
– The Tension System
During battle, you can select 'Psyche Up' to give your next attack some extra oomph!
The more you psyche a character up, the higher their tension will rise, until they finally reach an insane state known as super-high tension!
– Skill Points
Skill points are earned when your characters level up, and can be assigned to various skills in order to learn new spells and abilities.
This system allows you to perfectly tailor your team to your liking.
– Monster Teams
Certain monsters found in the field can be scouted for your monster team – if you're tough enough to beat them, that is!
Once assembled, your crack squad can take part in the fiercely contested tournaments held at the monster arena, and can even come to your aid in battle!
– The Alchemy Pot
Combine existing items to create entirely new ones!
Even the most unassuming objects could be ingredients for the greatest items of all!
Seek out the recipes hidden all over the world, and see if you can cook up something truly special!
– The Casino
Fans of the series will be pleased to learn that the casino is back, and fully-equipped for fun!
This time around, there are three exciting activities to enjoy: bingo, slot machines and roulette!
Just don't get so caught up in the action that you forget your adventure entirely!
[Supported Operating Systems]
iOS15.0 and Above
[Supported Devices]
iPhone 6s or Higher/iPad (5th Generation or Better)
Latest updates
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DRAGON QUEST VIII Android
DRAGON QUEST VIII is #63 in Games › Role Playing Paid on Google Play in India and charting in 9 of 23 countries we track.
Updated 8 Nov 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
Games › Role Playing PaidDRAGON QUEST VIII at a glance
AI summary written from our chart and store data. It can be wrong: check the numbers above.
Turn-based RPG Anime Fantasy long sessions Premium
#jrpg #story-rich #single-player #classic #adventure #console-port
DRAGON QUEST VIII on Google Play
App details
DRAGON QUEST VIII downloads
Worldwide, per day, and installs to date. The band is open; the exact number is free with an account.
How this is calculated
Where DRAGON QUEST VIII's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
How this is calculated
Business model: Ad-led
How DRAGON QUEST VIII makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
Where it ranks on Google Play
Every top 200 chart it appears in across 23 countries.
| Country | Charts | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| India | Games › Role PlayingPaid | #63 |
| Saudi Arabia | Games › Role PlayingPaid | #53 |
 Mexico | Games › Role PlayingPaid | #66 |
| Indonesia | Games › Role PlayingPaid | #58 |
 Turkey | Games › Role PlayingPaid | #55 |
 Netherlands | Games › Role PlayingPaid | #56 |
| United Arab Emirates | Games › Role PlayingPaid | #59 |
 Thailand | Games › Role PlayingPaid | #62 |
| Vietnam | Games › Role PlayingPaid | #51 |
Apps near DRAGON QUEST VIII on the chart
Games › Role Playing Paid, around #63.
Ratings
Google Play, worldwide.
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisReview momentum (0-100) blends how fast the app collects ratings compared with other apps in its category (60%), whether that pace is speeding up (25%) and what recent raters give it (15%; recent stars well below lifetime pull it down). Ratings counts are read daily. A jump usually means a launch, a feature, ads or a new review prompt.
What users say about DRAGON QUEST VIII
From the 100 most recent Google Play reviews in the US.
Mixed (46% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for speed, and being fun. The main complaints are about crashes and bugs, and price and subscriptions. Recent reviews are more positive than earlier ones.
What people like
- Speed & performance: “Edit 6/26: They finally improved the performance!”
- Fun: “Old Review: Fun game with decent controls”
- Crashes & bugs: “devs fixed the crashes thanks for that l!!”
- Features & content: “I love this game for the nostalgia, graphics, and content of the age”
Common complaints
- Crashes & bugs: “Won't load on samsung s24”
- Price & subscription: “10 stars for wasted money”
- Speed & performance: “Terrible, even on black shark 5 pro game runs slow and low fps”
- Updates: “UPDATE: This game no longer runs on my s24 ultra”
About DRAGON QUEST VIII
The 8th instalment in the legendary DRAGON QUEST series is now even easier to enjoy!
The phenomenally popular DRAGON QUEST VIII has sold 4.9 million units worldwide, and now it's coming to the Android for the first time!
This was the first title in the series to be presented in full 3D, and its exquisitely detailed world has to be seen to be believed!
Set off on an unforgettable adventure with Yangus, the bandit with a heart of gold, Jessica, the high-born magical minx, and Angelo, knight and lothario, by your side!
Everything you need is here in a single package!
Once the app is downloaded, there's no more to pay, as every last shred of content is yours to enjoy.
So get ready to play the epic that is DRAGON QUEST VIII from beginning to end—and far beyond!
*************************
Prologue
Legends tell of an ancient sceptre, within which is sealed a fearsome power...
When the relic's long-dormant magics are awoken by the treachery of a malign magician, an entire kingdom falls into a cursed slumber, prompting a young soldier to embark on an unforgettable journey...
Game Features
– Simple, Accessible Controls
The control system has been streamlined to work perfectly with modern touch interfaces.
The position of the directional pad can be adjusted freely, enabling players to switch between one-handed and two-handed play with a tap of the screen.
The combat system has also been reworked, allowing for one-tap battles as well as more complex play.
– The Tension System
During battle, you can select 'Psyche Up' to give your next attack some extra oomph!
The more you psyche a character up, the higher their tension will rise, until they finally reach an insane state known as super-high tension!
– Skill Points
Skill points are earned when your characters level up, and can be assigned to various skills in order to learn new spells and abilities.
This system allows you to perfectly tailor your team to your liking.
– Monster Teams
Certain monsters found in the field can be scouted for your monster team – if you're tough enough to beat them, that is!
Once assembled, your crack squad can take part in the fiercely-contested tournaments held at the monster arena, and can even come to your aid in battle!
– The Alchemy Pot
Combine existing items to create entirely new ones!
Even the most unassuming objects could be ingredients for the greatest items of all!
Seek out the recipes hidden all over the world, and see if you can cook up something truly special!
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[Supported Devices]
Devices running Android 7.0 or higher (some devices not supported).
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