Square Enix has released a new trailer for Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, their upcoming remake of the 2000-released island-hopping JRPG.
The trailer was shown at the recent State of Play Japan, giving players a look at its diorama-like aesthetic as well as new content centred around an adult version of party member Kiefer. Check it out below!
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined – Follow-Up Trailer
As seen above, players will uncover a mystery surrounding an imprisoned Kiefer during the course of the story, who is freed by the Hero, his old childhood friend. It seems that Kiefer in the present timeline is a powerful combatant, bringing fire and flair to turn-based combat.
Beyond that, the trailer showcased the game’s aesthetic, centred specifically on handcrafted dioramas. Infused with the late Akira Toriyama’s spectacular character designs, it showcased a wide array of landscapes ranging from rocky caverns and green forests to underground dungeons.
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined focuses on the Hero, the son of a fisherman, who is transported to the far past with his childhood friends by way of a mysterious shrine. In the past, they discover that the world has been sealed away by a vicious power and embark on a seafaring adventure to free the world and its inhabitants. For a deeper look at what to expect, check out an official synopsis, sourced from Steam:
A Diorama Brought to Life
DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined blends a beautiful diorama art style with Akira Toriyama’s iconic character designs to make every encounter feel vibrant, heartfelt, and full of adventure. From lush forests and bustling towns to ancient ruins and whimsical monsters, every environment is bursting with color and personality.
Travel through History to Restore the Present
Scattered stone fragments unlock portals to long-lost eras with their own challenges to solve. Restore the islands, solve mysteries, and make allies in the past to breathe life back into the present.
A Beloved Tale with a Streamlined Narrative
DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined is told through a series of vignettes with an overarching narrative. The main story has also been streamlined to make the journey more accessible to all players.
Classic Combat, Improved!
The battle system in DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined has undergone significant changes. Turn the tides of battle with new vocational perks. Each vocation has its own unique ability, from all-out attacks to those that support your allies. Battle speed adjustments and an auto-battle feature are also available. Battles can progress without interruptions between each turn, depending on the tactics selected for the protagonist and allies. While on the field, players can pre-emptively strike monsters and instantly defeat them If the monster is weaker than the party.
Moonlight and Level Up Two Vocations at the Same Time!
Customize your playstyle with the new Moonlighting mechanic. Having two vocations assigned at once provides access to the skills, magic spells, and unique perks from both.
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Screenshots
As someone who hasn’t had the chance to play Dragon Quest VII, I’m deeply curious to see how this reimagining recontextualises its story, gameplay, and quality of life for an era twenty-five years removed from its original release. If the above trailer is anything to go by, it won’t lack for bombast and that signature Dragon Quest charm!
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined will release on February 5th, 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Microsoft Store and Steam.
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