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Dragon Quest 12 Development Restarted From Scratch After “A Lot Of Hurdles”
Dragon Quest 12: Beyond Dreams, formerly known as Dragon Quest 12: The Flames of Fate, has restarted development from scratch due to numerous hurdles. Executive producer Yosuke Saito announced the major decision during a Dragon Quest livestream, emphasizing the commitment to delivering a mainline Dragon Quest game that fans will love. The game will retain its art direction inspired by the late Akira Toriyama, and a sneak peek revealed new characters, landscapes, and monsters.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World Announced For Switch 1 & 2
Square Enix has announced Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World for the Nintendo Switch, with a vague "Coming Soon" release window. Series creator Yuji Horii expressed hope for a release before Dragon Quest XII, though development on the mainline entry has restarted. The announcement offered little detail beyond a teaser trailer.
Hitoshi Sakimoto's 40-Year Career Celebrated with The Colors of Harmony Concert in London
A symphonic concert titled "The Colors of Harmony" will celebrate the 40-year career of composer Hitoshi Sakimoto in London on June 13, 2026. The event, performed by the London Mozart Players, will feature music from games like Final Fantasy Tactics, Final Fantasy XII, 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, and Odin Sphere Leifthrasir. Sakimoto himself will be in attendance, with VIP ticket holders gaining access to a masterclass and a Final Fantasy Union Pub Quiz.
DRAGON QUEST XII: BEYOND DREAMS REVEALED AS DRAGON QUEST CELEBRATES ITS 40th ANNIVERSARY
SQUARE ENIX celebrated the 40th anniversary of the Dragon Quest series with multiple announcements. Dragon Quest XII: Beyond Dreams has entered development under a new structure, and Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World is coming to multiple platforms. Additionally, Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age is set for release on Nintendo Switch 2, and in-game events are planned for Dragon Quest Smash/Grow.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World Stars Bianca and Nera
Square Enix announced Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World, a new entry in the spin-off series featuring younger versions of Bianca and Nera from Dragon Quest V. The game is in development for Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, with no release date announced yet. Game Programmer Yuji Horii also revealed this new title during the Dragon Quest 40th anniversary update.
Dragon Quest XII Gets A New Title Following Complete Development Reset
Square Enix has revealed the new title for Dragon Quest XII as Dragon Quest XII: Beyond Dreams, following a complete development reset. The game will feature character designs by the late Akira Toriyama and music by Koichi Sugiyama. While no platforms have been confirmed, early footage suggests a potential release on the Nintendo Switch 2, though a launch is expected to be some time away.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World announced for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, and PC
Square Enix has announced Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World, a new entry in the monster-taming series. The game is set to release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Dragon Quest XII subtitle changed to Beyond Dreams, ‘Sneak Peek’ trailer
Square Enix has revealed a new subtitle and trailer for the previously announced Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate. The game is now subtitled 'Beyond Dreams' and a 'Sneak Peek' trailer has been released, offering a glimpse into the upcoming JRPG.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World announced for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2
Square Enix has announced Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World, a new entry in the spin-off series, for the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Details are scarce, but the game is described as 'coming soon'. The announcement follows news that Dragon Quest XI has restarted development.
Dragon Quest 12 Renamed and Re-Revealed After Development Restart, First Gameplay Shown
Dragon Quest 12: The Flames of Fate has been renamed Dragon Quest 12: Beyond Dreams following a development restart. Executive producer Yosuke Saito confirmed the project's overhaul, and series creator Yuji Horii stated that production is progressing well, though the game is still in its early stages. First gameplay footage was shown, revealing a new protagonist with visions.
Dragon Quest 12: Beyond Dreams reveals first trailer and details five years after announcement
Square Enix has revealed the first trailer and new details for Dragon Quest 12: Beyond Dreams, five years after its initial announcement. Series creator Yuji Horii teased a story about a hero experiencing strange visions, noting the game has taken a different direction. The game features character designs by the late Akira Toriyama and music by Koichi Sugiyama.
Dragon Quest XII Beyond Dreams was rebooted and new trailer showcased
Square Enix has revealed that Dragon Quest XII has undergone a significant reboot and is now titled Dragon Quest XII: Beyond Dreams. The team showcased the first trailer from the rebooted game, acknowledging that it is still some time away from release due to development challenges. Preparations for the next installment in the Dragon Quest series were also briefly mentioned by executive producer Yuu Miyake.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World announced
Square Enix has announced Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World, the latest installment in the Dragon Quest Monsters spinoff series. The game is currently in development for PC (Steam and Microsoft Store), Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5, with a release date set for "coming soon."
Dragon Quest XII: Beyond Dreams revealed after development restart
Square Enix has re-revealed Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate, originally announced in May 2021. The game is undergoing a development restart, indicating significant changes to its production and potentially its direction.
Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate gets first teaser, still needs more time
Square Enix has released the first teaser for Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate, a new mainline entry in the RPG series. The teaser offers a glimpse of the game, but its release is still some time away due to a development restart and a new title.
Dragon Quest XI Gets The 'Definitive Edition' Treatment (Again) For Switch 2
Square Enix has announced Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2, launching on September 26, 2026. This version includes new story chapters, the ability to switch between 3D and 2D modes, and performance/visual toggles. The original game was released on Nintendo 3DS in 2017 and on Nintendo Switch in 2019.
Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition coming to Switch 2 on September 24
Square Enix announced that Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition will be released on Nintendo Switch on September 24. This definitive version includes all content from the original release plus new story elements and features.
Dragon Quest 11 S coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Square Enix has confirmed that Dragon Quest XI S will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 24, 2026. This follows recent leaks and a rating classification for the game. The original Dragon Quest XI S was released for the Nintendo Switch in 2019.
Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition coming to Switch 2
Square Enix has announced that Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition will be released for the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 24th. This new version will include optimization modes to prioritize graphics or framerate performance. The game is already available on PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and the original Nintendo Switch.
At 40 Years Old, Dragon Quest Is More Than An RPG; It’s A Cultural Juggernaut
Dragon Quest is celebrating its 40th anniversary, marking its significant cultural impact in Japan as more than just an RPG series. Despite being relatively niche globally, it's a cornerstone of Japanese gaming, influenced by talents like Akira Toriyama and Yuji Horii. The series' success, particularly with Dragon Quest III, has cemented its place in mainstream culture, influencing other media and even spawning urban legends about its release impact.