Overview

Released in 2004, ‘Quest of D’ is an arcade-style action RPG developed by Sega. The game was part of the innovative push Sega made into the realm of interactive arcade experiences, blending traditional role-playing game (RPG) elements with real-time action.

Gameplay

Designed for arcade platforms, the game features a card-based system that allows players to collect, trade, and use cards to influence gameplay. Players embark on a journey through dungeons, battling various monsters and collecting loot. ‘Quest of D’ offers a robust multiplayer experience, allowing players to team up and strategize together, adding a cooperative dynamic to the traditional action RPG formula.

Development and Technology

The game was developed using Sega’s NAOMI arcade board, providing a significant graphical boost compared to previous arcade games from the early 2000s. Its card system required players to use physical cards at the arcade to level up their characters and customize abilities, a unique feature at the time that intertwined physical and digital experiences.

Impact and Legacy

While not as globally renowned as some of Sega’s other franchises, ‘Quest of D’ carved a niche in the arcade market, particularly in Japan, where arcade culture continues to thrive. It is remembered for its innovative use of physical cards in an era when integrating tangible peripherals in arcade games was still novel.