DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS in IOS

Block-building RPG

Walkthrough, Guilds, Tips on this special game

Our Expert Score

88/100

Dragon Quest Builders is arguably one of the most successful genre-blends in gaming history, and the mobile port is a technical marvel. By taking the creative freedom of Minecraft and injecting it with the structure, charm, and RPG depth of the Dragon Quest series, Square Enix created something truly special. Building isn't just for fun here; it's a necessity for survival and a way to help NPCs who actually contribute to your town's ecosystem.

The controls have been smartly adapted for touchscreens, with a 'Builder's Cursor' that makes placing blocks much less fiddly than you'd expect. The game's narrative—revolving around a world where the ability to create has been forgotten—gives every house you build and every sword you craft a sense of heroic weight. It’s a massive game with hundreds of hours of content, ranging from epic boss battles to complex architectural puzzles. If you want a creative sandbox that actually has a heart and a story, this is the gold standard.

Dinsun reviewed on: Tue May 14 2024

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 2.3.0Wed Mar 26 2025

Fixed an issue where in-app purchases were not working properly.


Explore a world made of blocks as you gather, craft, and build to defeat the evil Dragonlord! Build everywhere from anywhere in DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS, available now on mobile. Brought to you by SQUARE ENIX!

◆ TRAVEL AND EXPLORE THE VAST WORLD OF DRAGON QUEST!

In this “Block-Building RPG”, YOU are the legendary builder that has the power to build! The realm of Alefgard has been plunged into darkness by the terrible and treacherous Dragonlord, the ruler of all monsters. Venture off on the epic adventure to restore Alefgard!

◆ FACE OFF AGAINST VICIOUS FOES!

You will encounter Slimes, Golems, Dragons, and more. Familiar DRAGON QUEST monsters of all sizes threaten the survival of humankind! Craft weapons, build defenses, and fight the monsters to protect your base. Use your power to build and play smart when fighting against frightening enemies in action packed combat!

◆ GATHER, CRAFT AND BUILD FROM ANYWHERE!

In this world made of blocks, everything you see can be materials used to create! Farm ingredients, craft various items and build your base to unite the people roaming the ruins. From buildings to entire towns, you have the freedom to make your village your very own. The power to build is in the palm of your hands!

◆ BUILD BETTER ON MOBILE WITH SPECIAL FEATURES ADDED!

Place blocks by simply tapping the screen and destroy blocks and items more easily with specialized cursors. A convenient Undo Button function has also been added to allow you to restore your work!

Convert your buildings in to Build Cards to share with friends and scan their buildings to have them show up in your island!

◆ NEW DLC AS IN-APP PURCHASES

New DLC added in “Terra Incognita,” the land where you can freely build and play!

DLC includes:

• “Magic carpet”, “Boss figure pack”, “Celestial pack”, “Dot ring”

• “All in one pack” (A set of the above 4)

*Please be aware of duplicate purchases.

"OS:

iOS 13 or later

iPhone 8 or later (minimum 3GB of RAM)"

*Playing this game on a non-recommended device may result in unexpected errors, such as crashing due to insufficient memory. Please be aware that we may not be able to provide support for non-recommended devices.


Requires iOS 13.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Explore a world made of blocks as you gather, craft, and build to defeat the evil Dragonlord! Build everywhere from anywhere in DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS, available now on mobile. Brought to you by SQUARE ENIX!

◆ TRAVEL AND EXPLORE THE VAST WORLD OF DRAGON QUEST!

In this “Block-Building RPG”, YOU are the legendary builder that has the power to build! The realm of Alefgard has been plunged into darkness by the terrible and treacherous Dragonlord, the ruler of all monsters. Venture off on the epic adventure to restore Alefgard!

◆ FACE OFF AGAINST VICIOUS FOES!

You will encounter Slimes, Golems, Dragons, and more. Familiar DRAGON QUEST monsters of all sizes threaten the survival of humankind! Craft weapons, build defenses, and fight the monsters to protect your base. Use your power to build and play smart when fighting against frightening enemies in action packed combat!

◆ GATHER, CRAFT AND BUILD FROM ANYWHERE!

In this world made of blocks, everything you see can be materials used to create! Farm ingredients, craft various items and build your base to unite the people roaming the ruins. From buildings to entire towns, you have the freedom to make your village your very own. The power to build is in the palm of your hands!

◆ BUILD BETTER ON MOBILE WITH SPECIAL FEATURES ADDED!

Place blocks by simply tapping the screen and destroy blocks and items more easily with specialized cursors. A convenient Undo Button function has also been added to allow you to restore your work!

Convert your buildings in to Build Cards to share with friends and scan their buildings to have them show up in your island!

◆ NEW DLC AS IN-APP PURCHASES

New DLC added in “Terra Incognita,” the land where you can freely build and play!

DLC includes:

• “Magic carpet”, “Boss figure pack”, “Celestial pack”, “Dot ring”

• “All in one pack” (A set of the above 4)

*Please be aware of duplicate purchases.

"OS:

iOS 13 or later

iPhone 8 or later (minimum 3GB of RAM)"

*Playing this game on a non-recommended device may result in unexpected errors, such as crashing due to insufficient memory. Please be aware that we may not be able to provide support for non-recommended devices.


Ratings & Reviews

4.5 out of 5 with 154 Counts
Age Rating 9+

Screenshots

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Dragon Quest Builders brings the classic RPG world of Alefgard to life in a block-building adventure. As the legendary Builder, you are the only one with the power to create. Rebuild ruined towns, defend your inhabitants from monster raids, and complete quests to level up your recipes. This mobile version includes special features like an 'Undo' button and exclusive building sets for the ultimate sandbox experience.

Features

1

Massive open-world block-building

2

Iconic Dragon Quest monster battles

3

Deep crafting and recipe system

4

Exclusive mobile building DLC included

Tips

News on this game

Square Enix's Dragon Quest Builders Debuts on Steam

DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS is an immersive sandbox gaming experience that invites builders to rebuild the ruined realm of Alefgard, gathering...

Gameindustry.com - Fri Sep 26 2025

PC Version will Launch with all Previously Released DLC at No Additional Cost. LOS ANGELES (Jan. 29, 2024) – Today, SQUARE ENIX� announced that...

Square Enix press site - Mon Sep 01 2025

‘Dragon Quest Builders’ PC Review: Good But With Some Weird Changes

I fell in love with the original 'Dragon Quest Builders' back when it was released in 2016, so how does this new PC port hold up?

Forbes - Mon Sep 01 2025

'Dragon Quest Builders' Steam Deck vs iOS vs Switch vs PS5 – What Platform Should You Buy It On? – TouchArcade

Dragon Quest Builders from Square Enix is an amazing game that saw every aspect improved in its sequel Dragon Quest Builders 2.

TouchArcade - Mon Sep 01 2025

7 Years Later, Dragon Quest Builders Is Finally Coming To PC

Square Enix's 2018 Dragon Quest Builders sequel was weirdly already out on Steam.

Kotaku - Mon Sep 01 2025

Today’s best iOS app deals: Dragon Quest Builders, Kingdom Rush titles, and more

Be sure to follow us on Twitter for the latest deals and more. Sign-up for our newsletters and have our best offers delivered to your inbox...

9to5Toys - Fri Sep 26 2025

The original Dragon Quest Builders is finally coming to PC next month

The sandbox construction game is now available to pre-order on Steam priced at $27.99 / �21.99 ahead of its release on February 13. Dragon...

VGC - Video Games Chronicle - Mon Sep 01 2025

Dragon Quest Builders Finally Coming to PC

Dragon Quest Builders is finally coming to PC via Steam, eight years after it launched on PlayStation and Xbox.

IGN - Mon Sep 01 2025

Dragon Quest Builders Announces February PC Release

Square Enix is finally going to release Dragon Quest Builders for PC, as the game will be released next month with new content.

Bleeding Cool News - Mon Sep 01 2025

DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS NOW AVAILABLE ON STEAM. PC Players Can Now Enjoy the Celebrated Block-building Role-playing Game Featuring all...

Square Enix press site - Mon Sep 01 2025

Gameplays

Q&A

The main story is single-player, but you can share your creations and visit other players' islands in the 'Terra Incognita' free-build mode.

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