Dragon Quest
News, coverage and analysis tracking Dragon Quest across the outlets.- On SaleA 40th-anniversary sale for the Dragon Quest series is currently active on Steam, offering discounts on various titles. Additionally, the game Seablip is available at a 40% discount on the platform.
- Weekend PC Download Deals for May 29: Dragon Quest 40th Anniversary SalePC gamers can find deals on Dragon Quest titles as part of the series' 40th-anniversary sale. Additionally, Steam is hosting a Cerebral Puzzle Showcase and a celebration of Cozy & Family-Friendly Games.
- Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World announced, will feature DQ5 charactersDragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World has been announced, featuring characters Bianca and Nera from Dragon Quest V. The game is a new entry in the Dragon Quest Monsters series.
- Watch the Dragon Quest 40th anniversary livestream hereA livestream celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Dragon Quest series is scheduled to take place. The event will feature an update directly from the Dragon Quest development team.
DRAGON QUEST XII: BEYOND DREAMS REVEALED AS DRAGON QUEST CELEBRATES ITS 40th ANNIVERSARYSQUARE 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 NeraSquare 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.- At 40 Years Old, Dragon Quest Is More Than An RPG; It’s A Cultural JuggernautDragon 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.
An infamously useless Dragon Quest weapon that's been a series mainstay for 39 years owes its existence to a Famicom limitation, according to the JRPG series' creatorDragon Quest series creator Yuji Horii explained that the series' iconic, weak "Cypress Sickle" weapon originated from a Famicom hardware limitation. Due to cartridge space constraints, the game could not use kanji and had to use hiragana, leading to a name that sounded like "snack" if translated directly. The name "hinoki" (Japanese cypress) was chosen to avoid confusion, making a simple stick an iconic part of the JRPG series.
Dragon Quest I, II, and III HD-2D remakes top 4 million copiesSquare Enix announced that the Dragon Quest I, II, and III HD-2D remakes have collectively sold and shipped over 4 million copies worldwide. The remakes are available in two packages: Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake and Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, across multiple platforms including PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch.
Dragon Quest 40th Anniversary Livestream Announced for May 27th With An “Update” From the TeamSquare Enix has announced a Dragon Quest 40th Anniversary livestream for May 27th, which is expected to provide an update on Dragon Quest 12: The Flames of Fate. The stream will also feature a special anniversary page and a segment hosted by Eiko Kano. This event follows recent news about the development of a remake for Dragon Quest 7.- Evening Gatherings and EventsThe Dragon Quest 40th Anniversary Stream is scheduled for tomorrow and will feature new announcements. Separately, BitSummit 2026 has set a new attendance record, with a 17% increase to 68,208 attendees.
Celebrate the Dragon Quest 40th Anniversary with my favorite merch from across the seriesTo celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Dragon Quest franchise, Square Enix is releasing a variety of merchandise, including Slime-themed mugs, plushies, and model kits. Special anniversary items like a crowned Slime plush are also available. The article also highlights other collectibles such as a Nendoroid figure from the Dragon Quest The Adventure of Dai anime and an artbook featuring Akira Toriyama's work.
Dragon Quest's 40th Anniversary Show Confirmed, But It's Only 10 Minutes LongSquare Enix will host a 10-minute broadcast on May 27th to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Dragon Quest series. The event will be available in Japanese with English subtitles and is expected to feature a brief introduction from creator Yuji Horii and potentially trailers, possibly for Dragon Quest 12.
Update from the Dragon Quest team live stream announcedSquare Enix will host a live stream on May 27th to announce future plans for the Dragon Quest series, coinciding with its 40th anniversary. Series creator Yuji Horii has teased new game announcements. A potential Nintendo Switch version of Dragon Quest XI was also hinted at through a leaked classification listing.
Square Enix reveals more information on Dragon Quest 40th anniversary broadcastSquare Enix has announced further details for the Dragon Quest 40th anniversary broadcast scheduled for May 27th. The ten-minute event, airing at 6am PT/2pm BST, is expected to reveal future plans for the beloved franchise. Square Enix has also teased surprises and announcements for Dragon Quest and Nier in 2026.- Dragon Quest 40th anniversary ‘Update from the Dragon Quest Team’ broadcast set for May 27Square Enix will host a special "Update from the Dragon Quest Team" broadcast on May 27 to celebrate the Dragon Quest series' 40th anniversary. The event is expected to provide updates on the franchise's future.
- Dragon Quest 40th anniversary ‘Update from the Dragon Quest Team’ live stream set for May 27Square Enix will host a "Update from the Dragon Quest Team" live stream on May 27 to celebrate the Dragon Quest series' 40th anniversary. The stream will provide updates from the development team regarding the franchise.
- Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined Video Goes Behind-the-Scenes With the Remake’s DevelopmentSquare Enix has released a behind-the-scenes video detailing the development of Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined. The video explores how the team approached modernizing the classic RPG, including balancing its visuals with the narrative's darker themes. This feature may also build hype for the upcoming 35th anniversary of Dragon Quest.
Rumour: Dragon Quest Has Multiple Major Reveals Lined Up for Its Big Day This WeekRumors suggest that Square Enix has multiple major reveals planned for Dragon Quest Day on May 27th, coinciding with the franchise's 40th anniversary. Unlisted videos on YouTube hint at potential announcements, including the re-reveal of Dragon Quest 12: The Flames of Fate and possible remakes or remasters of Dragon Quest 8 and Dragon Quest 7.- Dragon Quest VII Reimagined ‘Making of’ videoSquare Enix has released a 10-minute "making of" video detailing the creation process for Dragon Quest VII. The video offers an inside look at the development of the reimagined title.