Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King is a classic Japanese role-playing game (JRPG) and the eighth main installment in the long-running Dragon Quest series. It was the first in the series to be fully rendered in 3D, featuring cel-shaded graphics, voice acting (in Western releases), and a sweeping, orchestral soundtrack. It tells the tale of a silent hero, a cursed kingdom, and a villainous jester who brings chaos to the world.