During the September Nintendo Direct Square Enix dropped a bombshell, a full-blown remake of Dragon Quest 7. And it’ll be available hot off the heels of Dragon Quest I&II HD-2D Remake, early next year.
Interestingly, however, the game markedly does not use an HD-2D art style, but a totally new 3D style that’s a bit different from anything the series has seen before. While it looks similar to Dragon Quest XI, the visual style actually feels more in line with Bravely Default 2, putting 3D characters on hyper realistic environments.
While the trailer showed off the new visuals and a bit of exploration, we don’t know exactly how comprehensive of a remake this might actually be – whether it adds new story content, or strictly follows the original. Interestingly, this remake will also be available on the original Nintendo Switch.
Dragon Quest 7 first released on PlayStation in Japan in August 2000, before making its way West one year later in 2001. It’s one of the longest games in the franchise, telling a sweeping story that takes you across an archipelago of islands – with each one having its own self-contained story before adding up to a climactic ending. A single playthrough of Dragon Quest 7 can easily take up to 100 hours, or more.
Outside of that, Dragon Quest 7 is largely known for its robust class system, letting you mix and match your party together from over ten different distinct classes, including Bard, Jester, Ranger, Paladin, and God Hand.
This is actually the second remake of Dragon Quest 7, as a 3DS version released in 2013 in Japan and 2016 in America, called Dragon Quest 7: Fragments of the Forgotten Past. That version was a pretty faithful remake, but did add a whole host of quality-of-life elements and tweaks.
Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined launches on February 5 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
It’s exciting to see a full-blown remake of Dragon Quest 7 announced! Fans of the series must be thrilled to experience this classic in a fresh way. Looking forward to seeing how it all comes together!
Absolutely! It’s great to see Square Enix investing in a remake that can introduce new players to the classic while also catering to long-time fans. The updates in graphics and gameplay mechanics could really enhance the experience. I’m curious to see how they’ll modernize the story elements too!
I completely agree! It’s exciting that a remake can bridge the gap between longtime fans and newcomers. Plus, with updated graphics and gameplay mechanics, it could really enhance the storytelling experience that Dragon Quest is known for.
Absolutely! It’s great to see how remakes like this can modernize gameplay while still honoring the original story. Plus, the updated graphics and mechanics could really enhance the experience for everyone involved!
original charm of classic titles. I’m really excited to see how they enhance the graphics and user interface, as well as any new mechanics they might introduce. It’s always a balance between nostalgia and innovation!
I share your excitement! Enhancing the graphics and user interface can really breathe new life into the game. It’ll be interesting to see how they balance modern updates while preserving the storytelling and gameplay elements that fans love.
I completely agree! It’s amazing how improved visuals can elevate the overall experience. Plus, the revamped gameplay mechanics might attract both new players and long-time fans, making it feel fresh while honoring the original.
soundtrack is getting a refresh too, which is exciting! Enhanced audio can really deepen the immersion, making those nostalgic moments even more impactful. Can’t wait to see how it all comes together!
Absolutely, a refreshed soundtrack can elevate the whole experience! It’s interesting to think about how modern technology will allow for richer orchestration and sound design, making those nostalgic moments even more impactful. Can’t wait to hear how they reimagine the classic themes!
I completely agree! A refreshed soundtrack can really enhance the emotional depth of a game. Plus, with updated graphics and gameplay mechanics, it’ll be exciting to see how the remake brings the world of Dragon Quest 7 to life for both new players and veterans alike.
Absolutely! A reimagined soundtrack can breathe new life into familiar scenes. It’s exciting to think about how the updated visuals and music will work together to create an even more immersive experience. Can’t wait to see how they reinterpret some of the classic themes!
I completely agree! A fresh soundtrack can really enhance the emotional impact of the game. Plus, with updated graphics and gameplay mechanics, it will be interesting to see how the remake balances nostalgia with innovation.
Absolutely! A new soundtrack can breathe fresh life into the gameplay experience. I’m also curious to see how they might update the graphics and character designs to match modern standards. It could really elevate the nostalgia factor while appealing to new players!