Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride isn't just an RPG; it’s a generational epic that feels incredibly personal. Playing through the Hero's life from a small child traveling with his father to a man raising his own children is a narrative journey that few games have ever matched. The emotional stakes are high, especially during the 'big choice' mid-game, which remains one of the most iconic moments in gaming history.
The monster recruitment system is the 'secret sauce' that makes this entry so replayable. There’s a genuine thrill in finally convincing a rare Slime Knight or Great Dragon to join your cause. On mobile, the vertical orientation works surprisingly well for one-handed play, and the orchestral score is absolutely sweeping. It is a masterpiece of storytelling and mechanical depth that every RPG fan should experience.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 1.1.3Sun Jun 01 2025
Fixed minor bugs.
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This grand adventure, unfolding over three generations, is now available to play in the palm of your hand!
Take your place among a family of heroes, sharing in all the triumphs and tragedies of their storied lives!
Enjoy three generations’ worth of adventure in one standalone package!
There will be a fee to download the game but download it once, and there’s nothing else to buy, and nothing else to download!
*In-game text is available in English only.
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◆Prologue
Our hero begins the story as a small boy, travelling the world with his father, Pankraz.
Over the course of his many adventures, this lovable lad learns and grows.
And when he finally becomes a man, he resolves to continue his father’s unfinished quest—to find the Legendary Hero...
This thrilling tale on a stunning scale can now be enjoyed on pocket-sized devices!
◆Game Feature
・Make Friends with Mighty Monsters!
The fearsome monsters you face in battle can now become your friends, giving you access to unique spells and abilities—and a whole host of strategic possibilities!
・Converse Freely with your Fellow Party Members!
The party chat function allows you to converse freely with the cast of colourful characters who will accompany you on your adventure. So don’t hesitate to turn to them for advice and idle chit-chat whenever the urge assails you!
・360-Degree Views
Rotate your viewpoint in towns and villages through a full 360 degrees to make sure you don’t miss a thing!
・AI Battles
Tired of giving orders? Your faithful companions can be instructed to fight automatically!
Use the various tactics at your disposal to see off even the toughest enemies with ease!
・The Casino
With slot machines, poker, the monster arena and the exciting slime races of the slurpodrome, the casino is sure to provide you with a little light relief when the pressures of adventuring prove too great.
Better still, you can exchange the tokens you earn for all kinds of exciting items, making taking a break well worth your while!
・Treasures ‘n’ Trapdoors
Take dice in hand and roll your way around specially designed game boards, enjoying a whole range of exciting events as you go!
Some of the things you’ll see won’t be available anywhere else, and if you manage to make it to the end, you can win some really great rewards!
・Bruise the Ooze is Back!
Bruise the Ooze, the slime-smashing minigame introduced in the Nintendo DS version, is back with a bang! Tap the slimes within the time limit to earn points in this super-simple yet fiendishly addictive goo-splatting extravaganza!
・Simple, Intuitive Controls
The game’s controls are designed to work perfectly with the vertical layout of any modern mobile device, and the position of the movement button can be changed to facilitate both one- and two-handed play.
・Experience the legendary RPG loved by millions in Japan and worldwide! Created by a legendary trio with the master creator Yuji Horii, the revolutionary synthesizer score and orchestration by Koichi Sugiyama, and art by master manga artist Akira Toriyama (Dragon Ball).
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[Supported Operating Systems]
iOS11.0 and above.
[Supported Devices]
iPhone 5S/iPod touch (6th Generation)/iPad (5th Generation) and above.
Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.********************
This grand adventure, unfolding over three generations, is now available to play in the palm of your hand!
Take your place among a family of heroes, sharing in all the triumphs and tragedies of their storied lives!
Enjoy three generations’ worth of adventure in one standalone package!
There will be a fee to download the game but download it once, and there’s nothing else to buy, and nothing else to download!
*In-game text is available in English only.
********************
◆Prologue
Our hero begins the story as a small boy, travelling the world with his father, Pankraz.
Over the course of his many adventures, this lovable lad learns and grows.
And when he finally becomes a man, he resolves to continue his father’s unfinished quest—to find the Legendary Hero...
This thrilling tale on a stunning scale can now be enjoyed on pocket-sized devices!
◆Game Feature
・Make Friends with Mighty Monsters!
The fearsome monsters you face in battle can now become your friends, giving you access to unique spells and abilities—and a whole host of strategic possibilities!
・Converse Freely with your Fellow Party Members!
The party chat function allows you to converse freely with the cast of colourful characters who will accompany you on your adventure. So don’t hesitate to turn to them for advice and idle chit-chat whenever the urge assails you!
・360-Degree Views
Rotate your viewpoint in towns and villages through a full 360 degrees to make sure you don’t miss a thing!
・AI Battles
Tired of giving orders? Your faithful companions can be instructed to fight automatically!
Use the various tactics at your disposal to see off even the toughest enemies with ease!
・The Casino
With slot machines, poker, the monster arena and the exciting slime races of the slurpodrome, the casino is sure to provide you with a little light relief when the pressures of adventuring prove too great.
Better still, you can exchange the tokens you earn for all kinds of exciting items, making taking a break well worth your while!
・Treasures ‘n’ Trapdoors
Take dice in hand and roll your way around specially designed game boards, enjoying a whole range of exciting events as you go!
Some of the things you’ll see won’t be available anywhere else, and if you manage to make it to the end, you can win some really great rewards!
・Bruise the Ooze is Back!
Bruise the Ooze, the slime-smashing minigame introduced in the Nintendo DS version, is back with a bang! Tap the slimes within the time limit to earn points in this super-simple yet fiendishly addictive goo-splatting extravaganza!
・Simple, Intuitive Controls
The game’s controls are designed to work perfectly with the vertical layout of any modern mobile device, and the position of the movement button can be changed to facilitate both one- and two-handed play.
・Experience the legendary RPG loved by millions in Japan and worldwide! Created by a legendary trio with the master creator Yuji Horii, the revolutionary synthesizer score and orchestration by Koichi Sugiyama, and art by master manga artist Akira Toriyama (Dragon Ball).
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[Supported Operating Systems]
iOS11.0 and above.
[Supported Devices]
iPhone 5S/iPod touch (6th Generation)/iPad (5th Generation) and above.














Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride is a classic JRPG that follows the life of a young hero through childhood, marriage, and parenthood. Famous for its emotional storytelling and the introduction of monster taming, players can recruit defeated enemies to fight alongside them. The game features a vast world to explore, deep character customization, and the series' signature charm.
Epic story spanning three generations of a family
Revolutionary monster recruitment and training system
Intuitive vertical-mode controls optimized for mobile
Beautifully rendered 3D environments and classic 2D sprites
Mini-games including the famous TNT boards and Bruise the Ooze
To increase your chances of recruiting monsters, ensure the Hero is at a sufficient level for the area. Only certain monsters are recruitable, so check your Big Book of Beasts to see which ones can be tamed.
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