RPG · 2009
Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies
Dragon Quest® IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies lets players enjoy an adventure that is entirely their own, yet can be shared with others anywhere, anytime. Players begin their adventure as an angel-like guardian who is sent to retrieve the magical fruits of a sacred tree, which have the power to grant wishes, and set…
Key facts
- Released
- 11 July 2009
- Genre
- RPG
- Length
- ≈ 50 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- Nintendo
- Studio
- Square Enix, Level 5
- Publisher
- Nintendo
- Critics
- Metacritic 87
Why play it
- Metacritic 87 — critics loved it
- A 2009 classic that aged well
- "Story" vibe
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies?
Expect about 50 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies with friends?
No, Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies on?
Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies is available on Nintendo.
Is Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 87.
What games are like Dragon Quest IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies?
In the same spirit: Yo-kai Watch, Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days and Kingdom Hearts II.



