Square Enix has announced that a demo for Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is now available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam.
The announcement came via the Dragon Quest official X account, replete with an accompanying trailer. It depicts the game’s opening movie, showcasing its stylised visuals and that ever-bombastic theme. Check it out below!
Opening Movie | Dragon Quest VII Reimagined
Square Enix has confirmed that save data from the demo can be transferred to the full game upon its release. Additionally, players will also receive a cosmetic reward in the form of “Day Off Dress” for party member Maribel.
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined puts players in the role of the Hero as he and his close friends explore his home island of Estard. Through a twist of fate and magic, they are transported into the distant past and set on an island-hopping mystery to save the past, themselves, and the future that lies ahead. For a deeper look at what to expect, check out an official synopsis below:
“There’s more to the world than this island… And we’re going to prove it!”
Set sail on an adventure spanning past and present in DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined!
As a bright-eyed young fisherman’s son, you’ve lived your entire life on the peaceful island of Estard. Your journey begins with a simple question: is there more to the world than this small island kingdom?
On a quest for answers, you and your childhood friends discover the Shrine of Mysteries and are swept back in time. There, you uncover the shocking truth that entire lands have been sealed away by a malevolent force.
The fate of the world now rests in your hands.
DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined brings a timeless classic to life in a whole new way with charming diorama visuals, updated gameplay mechanics, and a streamlined story.
For seasoned adventurers, rediscover a tale of plucky companions that is brimming with joy and heartbreak. For fledgling heroes new to the series, this is a great place to begin your DRAGON QUEST journey.
■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
If you’re curious about what RPGFan thinks of Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, feel free to check out our hands-on preview, penned by Scott Clay! Additionally, as part of his hands-on experience, he had the opportunity to sit down with producer Takeshi Ichikawa for an insightful interview.
As someone who hasn’t played Dragon Quest VII, this reworking has been on my wishlist since it was announced. It seems that Square Enix is slowly making each entry in the mainline Dragon Quest series available for modern audiences. There are far worse ways to spend time than settling in to a seafaring adventure in JRPG history, come early next month.
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined will launch on February 5th for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam. Learn more at the game’s official website.
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