The ninth entry in the acclaimed Dragon Quest series, Dragon Quest IX: Protectors of the Sky is boldly being developed as a portable game title. Dragon Quest 9 features an action-oriented battle system playable cooperatively by up to four players via Wi-Fi. The DS's dual screen setup is also put to use, with the top screen showing a map and the bottom screen housing all the action.

Nintendo DS 2006 Year in Review - December 18, 2006
The Nintendo DS had one hell of a 2006. We break it down.

Wii: More Square on the Way? - February 1, 2007
Square-Enix VP hints at future Wii endeavors.

Dragon Quest Planned For Year End - January 11, 2007
We'll have to wait a bit for the next numbered entry in Japan's favorite series.

First Look: Dragon Quest IX - December 15, 2006
Square Enix unveils the first trailer.

Dragon Quest IX Gameplay Details - December 12, 2006
Square Enix makes some major changes to Japan's biggest game series.

Dragon Quest IX Q&A; - December 12, 2006
Square Enix and Nintendo answer some pressing questions.

Dragon Quest 9 Set for DS - December 11, 2006
Square Enix brings Japan's favorite series to Japan's favorite system.

PlayStation 2: Dragon Quest IX On the Way - August 19, 2006
Compser says so.