《勇者鬥惡龍X 覺醒的五個種族 Online》（日文名稱《ドラゴンクエストX 目覚めし五つの種族 オンライン》）是由Square Enix開發並於2013年在日本Wii U平台發售的《勇者鬥惡龍》系列正統線上多人角色扮演遊戲（MMORPG）。這個廣受歡迎的日式RPG系列首度嘗試線上化的作品，承襲系列既有的世界觀、角色風格與回合制戰鬥，並將之轉化為多人即時共遊的形式，在當年Wii U主機上算是相當特別、破格的企劃。

劇情圍繞在虛構世界「阿斯特爾提亞（アストルティア）」這塊由五個種族與人類共同存在的廣大大陸上。故事從玩家飾演的人類主角與兄妹相依為命的小村莊展開，村莊卻在某天遭到神秘魔族襲擊，兄妹被迫分離。主角在靈魂離體之後，轉生於五大種族之一的身體中，展開嶄新的冒險。五大種族包括獸人般的「沃爾加多族」、精靈型的「艾爾夫」、矮人風格的「多瓦夫」、神聖族群「普庫利波」、以及龍裔般的「歐格里德族」，每個種族都有自己的聚落、文化與故事線。遊戲主線劇情以尋找兄妹、拯救世界與揭開古老災厄為主題，融合大量家族情感、命運與羈絆要素，並隨著大型更新資料片持續延伸，世界觀極為龐大。

操作方面，在Wii U版本採用經典的《DQ》系列風格與回合制戰鬥機制，但針對線上多人共鬥環境進行優化。角色移動與操作主要透過Wii遙控器與Nunchuk或Classic Controller進行，支援簡單直覺的指令式介面，讓玩家能快速上手。可自由創建角色，選擇種族、外觀與職業，職業系統沿襲系列傳統，包括戰士、武鬥家、僧侶、魔法使、盜賊等，並可透過轉職系統逐步養成多元技能。

戰鬥方式雖維持「選單指令」的概念，但結合MMORPG即時移動機制，戰鬥過程中需自由走位，並視情況選擇攻擊、施法或使用道具，角色指令有短暫蓄力時間，形成近乎即時戰鬥的節奏。隊伍組成可以選擇真人玩家、或由NPC與AI冒險者組隊，不論單人或多人都能暢玩。Wii版本支援USB鍵盤輸入聊天文字，讓玩家之間能方便即時溝通，並設有好友、公會、交易、市集等線上系統，帶來完整的社群互動。

市場評價方面，在日本國內反應熱烈，是當年Wii U平台少見的大型MMORPG，首發便創下高銷售與線上活躍人數。許多玩家與媒體評價認為本作成功將傳統《DQ》的世界觀與角色魅力完整移植到線上，保有系列一貫的溫暖美術、優美音樂與輕鬆易上手的系統，與當時偏向歐美重度硬派的MMORPG風格大相逕庭，更適合亞洲玩家口味。

劇情部分被廣泛稱讚，無論主線或支線劇情均維持《DQ》系列感人、幽默且充滿人情味的風格，大量角色個性鮮明，村莊與城鎮設計細膩，五大種族文化描寫精彩。此外，職業養成自由度高，轉職系統與裝備鍛造、技能點數分配豐富，讓玩家能根據喜好長期經營角色。

然而，也有部分評論認為，Wii U主機硬體效能有限，導致部分場景載入緩慢、畫面細節表現不足，與同世代PC或PS3 MMORPG相比稍顯陽春。此外，初期Wii體驗因為鍵盤與打字輸入受限，溝通與社群功能略顯不便，需要額外配件才得以改善。加上該作初期僅限日本伺服器，無法與海外玩家連線，也成為一大遺憾。

總體而言，這是Wii U平台上極為罕見、規模宏大的正統JRPG型MMORPG，成功結合傳統單機RPG的濃厚劇情與大型多人共遊的樂趣。不僅在戰鬥與角色養成上保有系列魅力，更透過五大種族與龐大世界觀，展現出不同以往的《DQ》線上新體驗。雖然受限於Wii硬體與日本地區伺服器，但對於喜歡《勇者鬥惡龍》系列、以及偏好輕鬆可愛、溫暖奇幻世界觀的玩家來說，絕對是當時Wii U平台上最具份量的線上冒險作品。

Dragon Quest X: Rise of the Five Tribes Online (Japanese title: ドラゴンクエストX 目覚めし五つの種族 オンライン) is the first full-fledged online multiplayer role-playing game (MMORPG) in the Dragon Quest series, developed by Square Enix and released for the Wii U in Japan in 2013. This beloved Japanese RPG franchise made its online debut with this title, retaining its classic world-building, character designs, and turn-based combat, while adapting them into a real-time multiplayer format. At the time, it was a bold and unconventional project for the Wii platform.

The story unfolds in the fictional world of Astoltia (アストルティア), a vast continent where five different races and humans coexist. Players begin as a human protagonist living peacefully in a small village with their sibling. One day, the village is attacked by a mysterious demonic force, leading to the siblings’ separation. The protagonist’s soul is then reincarnated into the body of one of the five races, marking the beginning of a new adventure. The five playable races include the beast-like Ogreed, the elven Elf, the dwarf-inspired Dwarf, the sacred and childlike Puklipo, and the dragon-descended Weddie. Each race has its own settlement, culture, and storylines. The main narrative revolves around reuniting with the sibling, saving the world, and uncovering an ancient calamity, woven with themes of family, destiny, and emotional bonds. The story has continued to expand over time through large-scale updates, building a vast and immersive world.

In terms of gameplay, the Wii U version retained the traditional turn-based battle system of the DQ series but was refined for a multiplayer environment. Players controlled their characters using the Wii U Remote and Nunchuk or Classic Controller, interacting with a user-friendly command menu interface that made the game accessible even to newcomers. Players could create custom characters, choosing race, appearance, and job class. The class system follows the familiar DQ tradition with roles such as Warrior, Martial Artist, Priest, Mage, and Thief, and supports a job-changing system that allows for multi-skill character development.

Combat combines the classic “command-based” system with real-time elements typical of MMORPGs. Characters move freely during battle, and players must choose attacks, spells, or items depending on the situation. Each action involves a brief charge time, resulting in a semi-real-time battle flow. Players can form parties with other real players or AI-controlled NPCs, allowing both solo and multiplayer play. The Wii U version supported USB keyboard input for real-time chatting, and featured standard online community systems such as friends, guilds, trading, and marketplaces to foster social interaction.

Reception in Japan was highly positive, making it one of the few large-scale MMORPGs on the Wii U. Upon release, it achieved strong sales and a high number of active players. Many players and critics praised the game for successfully adapting the charm and lore of traditional Dragon Quest into an online setting. Its art style, soothing music, and intuitive mechanics stood in contrast to the more hardcore, Western-style MMORPGs of the time, offering a more relaxed experience suited to Asian gaming preferences.

The story was particularly lauded for its emotional depth and humor, staying true to the DQ tradition. Both main and side quests were filled with personality and heart, with detailed town and village designs and rich portrayals of the five races’ cultures. The job system offered significant freedom, with deep customization through class changes, equipment forging, and skill point allocation—encouraging long-term character investment.

However, some criticisms were noted. The Wii U’s limited hardware led to slow loading times and lower graphical fidelity compared to PC or PS3 MMORPGs of the same era. Additionally, the Wii U’s keyboard and typing capabilities were somewhat restricted, which affected communication and social features unless players purchased extra accessories. Another major limitation was the game’s Japan-only server at launch, preventing international play, which was a significant drawback for overseas fans.

Overall, Dragon Quest X stands out as a rare, large-scale traditional JRPG-style MMORPG on the Wii U. It successfully blends the series' signature storytelling with the joys of a shared online world. The combat, character development, and massive lore-rich world provide a fresh take on Dragon Quest for longtime fans and newcomers alike. Despite its hardware and regional limitations, for players who love the DQ series and prefer a charming, heartwarming fantasy world, this remains one of the most substantial online adventure titles ever released on the Wii U.