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"The Flavour Tends To Get Lost" - Dragon Quest's Yuji Horii On English Translations
Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii and PARANORMASIGHT director Takanari Ishiyama discussed the challenges of localizing games into English. Horii noted that the nuances and 'flavor' of the original Japanese text often get lost in translation, resulting in a more simplistic feel in English due to fundamental language differences.
Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii says English is "a simple language," so "the flavor tends to get lost in many ways" when translating games from Japanese
Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii believes that the English translation of games often loses the original Japanese flavor, making them sound simplistic. He acknowledges this is an inherent challenge with the language, though fan translations have sometimes captured the intended feel better than official ones.
Denuvo has been removed from DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake
Square Enix has removed Denuvo DRM from Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake on PC shortly after its October 2025 release. The removal was not officially announced but is visible on SteamDB. Patches were also released for Dragon Quest I and II, addressing gameplay adjustments, ship speed, bug fixes, and adding more Traveller's Tips.
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined (PS5) Review | VGChartz
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is a strong remake that enhances the original PlayStation title with improved visuals, voice acting, and quality-of-life features. However, Square Enix's streamlining efforts have removed some content, making the original version still valuable for dedicated fans. The game is noted for its emotionally powerful narrative, diverse scenarios, and rewarding vocation system.
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined (PS5) Review | VGChartz
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is a strong remake that enhances the original PlayStation title with improved visuals, voice acting, and quality-of-life features. However, Square Enix's streamlining efforts have resulted in some content being cut or sidelined, making the original version still valuable for dedicated fans.
Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined might be the most divisive Remake
Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined has recently been released, offering a new way to experience one of the series' most divisive titles. The article suggests this remake might be a point of contention among fans.
Here Are The 12 Finalists For The World Video Game Hall Of Fame In 2026
The Strong Museum has revealed the 12 finalists for the 2026 World Video Game Hall of Fame, including first-time nominees like Silent Hill, Mega Man, and League of Legends, alongside returning candidates such as Angry Birds. The inductees will be announced on May 7, with a "Player's Choice" category allowing fan votes to influence one ballot.
Now Playing at SUPERJUMP: Issue 38
This article features updates from SUPERJUMP writers on various games they are currently playing. Topics range from returning to classic MMORPGs like Guild Wars and Final Fantasy on PC and Steam Deck, to enjoying modern titles such as Granblue Fantasy Relink, Powerwash Simulator 2, and Turbo Overkill on consoles. The writers also share their experiences with Animal Crossing: New Horizons and the Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster series.
30 Hours Into Dragon Quest VII Reimagined – Early Impressions: Is It Too Slow? — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
After 30 hours with Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, the game's slow pacing and late introduction of the class-changing system are highlighted as potential hurdles for players. While the narrative and characters are engaging, the core gameplay mechanics don't fully open up until much later. Despite these pacing concerns, the remake respects the original game's design and features quality-of-life improvements like combat speed-up.
thunder cracks, mysterious rattling sounds ⊟ - Tiny Cartridge 3DS
A new slime pet bed inspired by the Dragon Quest series has been announced. The article humorously frames this announcement with a gothic, horror-themed narrative.
thunder cracks, mysterious rattling sounds ⊟
Square Enix has announced a new brand of pet goods, featuring merchandise inspired by popular franchises such as Kingdom Hearts, Final Fantasy, and Dragon Quest. The announcement includes a slime pet bed, with contributions from Tetsuya Nomura.