Dragon Quest
News, coverage and analysis tracking Dragon Quest across the outlets.
Running Final Fantasy 14 for 16 years means Square Enix knows live service, former exec says, but it's "used to being slow" and has "failed to bring its IP to a new generation"Former Square Enix executive Jacob Navok believes the company, despite its success with Final Fantasy 14, is too slow to adapt and has failed to bring its intellectual property to a new generation. He suggests collaborations and being present on platforms popular with younger audiences, like Roblox and Fortnite, are crucial for Square Enix to appeal to new players and revitalize its brands.- Dragon Quest Smash/Grow is a bite-sized roguelite that reminds me of Dragalia LostDragon Quest Smash/Grow is a new mobile game from Square Enix that features bite-sized roguelite gameplay. The title draws comparisons to the now-defunct mobile game Dragalia Lost.
Dragon Quest Reebok Collection Has Shirts and ShoesReebok and Square Enix are collaborating on a 40th-anniversary Dragon Quest collection featuring shirts and shoes. The collection will reference multiple mainline Dragon Quest titles, including the original Dragon Quest and Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age. The shirts will be available starting May 27, 2026, with shoe pre-orders opening the same day and lasting until June 26, 2026, with arrivals expected in October 2026.
The Adventures of Elliot’s development team has quietly been mastering the modern minigame, and its latest action-RPG once again shows us how it’s doneThe development team behind Square Enix's upcoming The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, led by director Tomaya Asano, demonstrates a mastery of integrating compelling minigames into RPGs. This approach, also seen in titles like Bravely Default and Octopath Traveler, enhances the overall player experience by adding meaningful, often challenging, side activities that complement the main gameplay loop.
10 Best Dragon Quest games of all time, rankedThis article ranks the top 10 Dragon Quest games, focusing primarily on mainline entries with one spin-off included. The ranking considers mechanics, story, visuals, and pacing, offering a guide for JRPG fans to choose their next adventure in the franchise.
Quartet Review – The Four is Strong With This OneQuartet is a superb JRPG that successfully blends classic Final Fantasy influences with modern elements inspired by Octopath Traveler. The game features impressive pixel graphics, a standout soundtrack, and engaging battle mechanics that emphasize strategy over grinding. It is recommended for both long-time JRPG fans and newcomers to the genre.
Square Enix Wants To Further Promote Its Multi-Platform Strategy, Especially On Switch 2Square Enix CEO Takashi Kiryu stated the company intends to further promote its multi-platform strategy, with a particular focus on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The company has already supported the platform with titles like Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake and Final Fantasy Remake Intergrade, and plans to release Final Fantasy XIV Online and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on the system.
Dragon Quest lead doesn't think the JRPG series "must always feature turn-based combat," which makes me wonder if Dragon Quest 12 could follow in Final Fantasy's footstepsMasato Yagi, a lead on the Dragon Quest series, stated that he doesn't believe the JRPG franchise must always adhere to turn-based combat. He referenced Final Fantasy's shift away from turn-based mechanics as an example, noting that while some fans desire a return to traditional combat, the series has still achieved critical acclaim. Yagi also mused on the potential implications for Dragon Quest 12, especially given its rumored darker tone.
Watch Dogs Legion lead says Ubisoft probably would have looked into AI-powered NPCs if the tech was more advanced…Clint Hocking, co-director on Watch Dogs: Legion, stated that Ubisoft likely would have explored AI-powered NPCs if the technology had been more advanced during the game's development. He discussed the challenges of generating unique voices and stories for every character, admitting that while they investigated AI possibilities, it was considered 'a bridge too far' at the time. Hocking suggested that with current LLM technology, they might have delved deeper into generating NPC dialogue and voices.
Future Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest games could release more quickly as Square Enix makes "steady progress" on a framework for "regular" major game launchesSquare Enix is making progress on a framework to accelerate the release of major titles like Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest. The company aims for more regular launches of its flagship RPGs, addressing the long gaps between mainline entries. Upcoming releases include expansions for Final Fantasy 14 and Dragon Quest 10, alongside Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.
Square Enix Wants Its Biggest Games Out The Door FasterSquare Enix is developing a framework to accelerate the production and release of games for its major franchises, including Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest. The company aims to reduce the lengthy development gaps seen in recent mainline entries, while continuing to release spin-offs, remasters, and remakes across PC, console, and mobile platforms.
Square Enix is Making “Steady Progress” to Release New Games in Tentpole Franchises More FrequentlySquare Enix is making steady progress in enhancing its development pipelines to release major franchise titles more frequently. The company aims to shift from a focus on quantity to quality and implement a multi-platform strategy. Upcoming releases include Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Final Fantasy 14: Evercold, and Dragon Quest 10: Expansion 8.0, with further news expected for Dragon Quest 12: The Flames of Fate.
Dragon Quest 12 Director Teases Announcement on May 27thDragon Quest series creator Yuji Horii has announced that Square Enix will hold a livestream on May 27th to reveal news about the "next game." While likely referring to Dragon Quest 12: The Flames of Fate, the announcement could also pertain to other remasters or remakes in the franchise, especially given the series' 40th anniversary.
Guerrilla Games co-founder developing European game engine to rival Unreal and UnityGuerrilla Games co-founder Arjan Brussee is developing 'The Immensive Engine' as a European alternative to Unreal and Unity, emphasizing European hosting and compliance with local guidelines. The engine will integrate AI from the ground up, aiming to offer studios more choice and leverage AI for efficient development. Separately, Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii discussed the potential of AI companions in games, envisioning them as friends to players and confirming Dragon Quest 12 is still in development.
Dragon Quest creator thinks AI pals are "not just a convenient tool, but a friend to each individual player"Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii believes AI companions can be more than just tools, acting as friends to individual players. Speaking at a Google Cloud Next conference, Horii expressed his desire to integrate AI characters into Dragon Quest X and potentially other series to enhance player camaraderie and provide empathetic support. He also confirmed that Dragon Quest 12 is still in development.
A Dragon Quest live stream Will Happen This Month To Announce The Next GameDragon Quest series creator Yuji Horii announced that a special live stream will be held on May 27 to celebrate the series’ 40th anniversary, during which an announcement about the next game will be made. While not explicitly stated, it is highly likely that the announcement pertains to the previously revealed Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate. Square Enix president Yosuke Matsuda previously stated the game is being developed with the next two decades in mind.
Dragon Quest Creator Yuji Horii Teases Announcement For "Next Game"Dragon Quest series creator Yuji Horii has teased a special announcement regarding the "next game" during a live stream celebrating the franchise's 40th anniversary on May 27. While not officially confirmed by Square Enix, fans anticipate news about Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate. The stream will also feature other content besides the next game.- Yuji Horii: Dragon Quest live stream planned for May 27 to announce next gameDragon Quest creator Yuji Horii announced a live stream event scheduled for May 27th to reveal the next installment in the long-running RPG series. The announcement coincides with the franchise's 40th anniversary.
Next Dragon Quest and more to be announced this monthDragon Quest creator Yuji Horii announced that Square Enix will hold a live stream on May 27, 2026, to reveal the next Dragon Quest title and other related news. The announcement coincides with the franchise's 40th anniversary. While Dragon Quest 12 was not explicitly confirmed, the possibility of new titles or remakes, including a potential Dragon Quest 11 S release on Nintendo Switch 2, was teased.
Dragon Quest Has Been Inducted Into The World Video Game Hall of Fame | Console CreaturesThe Dragon Quest JRPG series has been inducted into the World Video Game Hall of Fame ahead of its 40th anniversary. The series, which has sold over 97 million units worldwide, is recognized for its significant influence on the industry and popular culture. The Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.