Dragoneer's Aria is an RPG game that follows its hero, Valen, as he becomes a "Dragoon" in the city of Granadis. His graduation ceremony takes a dark turn when an evil black dragon appears, causing death and destruction. However, it is repelled by a water dragon who intervenes just in time.
The game features turn-based battles and a crafting system that allows players to create accessories and weapons. The story unfolds through cutscenes with in-game graphics, accompanied by both English and Japanese voice acting. In the Western release, players can choose between languages for the voices before starting a new game. On-screen texts are provided in English.
Up to four players can join forces via the PSP's Wireless mode, each controlling a party member who can then loot dungeons together.