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Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake Preorders Now Available, Coming in October

Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake Screenshot

The Erdrick trilogy continues!

Developer Square Enix has announced that Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake will be released on October 30th for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Microsoft Store. Preorders are now available on the official website and from selected retailers.

Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake Overview

Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake is a stunning reimagination of the first two legendary adventures in The Erdrick Trilogy, brought together in one package.

Dragon Quest I Story:

Thanks to the heroic efforts of the legendary Erdrick, the Lord of the Underworld was defeated and peace returned to the land of Alefgard. Yet this peace was not to last, as the diabolical Dragonlord has risen and unleashed hordes of monsters on the realm once more. Now, descendant of Erdrick, it is your destiny to defeat this new evil and rescue the world from its plight!

Dragon Quest II Story:

Many years have passed since Alefgard was saved at the hero’s hand, earning him the same title as his storied forebear. The descendants of this Erdrick and his scions founded three kingdoms that thrived in peacetime. Yet, darkness stirs once more and a sudden invasion of malicious monsters plunges the world into shadow again. All that stands between the forces of evil and their wicked ambitions is a band of young princes and princesses of Erdrick’s lineage. The time has come for them to venture forth and honor their ancestor’s legacy!

Key Features

• A fully modernized remake of the originals: Stunning HD-2D visuals fuse pixel art with 3D graphics, along with an improved and modernized UI, and other quality of life improvements make these the best versions of the games yet.

• Traditional DRAGON QUEST style battles: A refined take on the classic turn-based battle system, featuring new animations, additional improvements such as an adjustable battle speed, an auto-battle setting, and more.

• Two legendary adventures, in one package: Experience the epic origins of the DRAGON QUEST series with both DRAGON QUEST I and DRAGON QUEST II. Two games beautifully remade and bundled together in one definitive offering.

• Experience a timeless musical score: An immersive, authentic, and diverse musical composition that captures the timeless essence and magic of the DRAGON QUEST universe.

Preorder Details

Preordering the game before its launch will grant players an in-game trouble-free travel kit. The physical Standard Edition costs at $59.99 USD and can be purchased from Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Target, and Walmart, while the Collector’s Edition is exclusively being sold on the Square Enix store for $149.99 USD.

Collector’s Edition

Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake Collector's Edition
  • Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake physical game
  • Character & Monster Acrylic Blocks Complete Set
  • Outstanding Outfit Kit (In-game Item)
  • 2x Exclusive Digital Wallpapers (PC Desktop)

The Outstanding Outfit Kit includes:

  • One strength ring
  • One pair of slime earrings
  • One mad cap
  • One arriviste’s vest

Preorder Bonus Includes:

Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake Preorder Bonus
  • One pair of elevating shoes
  • Three seeds of strength
  • Three seeds of defence
  • Three seeds of agility
  • Three seeds of life
  • Three seeds of magic

Saved Data Bonus

Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake Saved Data Bonus

Players with existing save data for Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake gain access to the marvelous makeover kit with the cute dog suit in Dragon Quest I & the cat suit in Dragon Quest II.

Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake Screenshots

Zach Wilkerson’s review of Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake made me shed a few tears. His review also emphasized how beautiful the visuals are and how faithful the remake is to the original. Give it a peek if you’re looking for a reason to begin the Erdrick trilogy journey.

Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake launches worldwide on October 30th for PS5, NSW2, NSW, XSX, and PC via Steam and Microsoft Store. For more Dragon Quest and other RPG announcements, you’re on the right track here at RPGFan!

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Tin Manuel

Tin is a designer and a writer by day and an adventurer in whatever game she is playing at night. She gets giddy talking about RPGs (specifically JRPGs), new releases, and reveres almost every female protagonist. She has two cats and two dogs, whom she loves dearly. She’s forgetful at times, but she will always remember Aerith’s death frame by frame in 480p.

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