Dragon Quest XII Development Update: Square Enix Confirms Team is Working Hard

Square Enix’s highly anticipated role-playing game, Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate, continues to draw significant attention from fans and industry watchers.

First revealed in May 2021 with a brief teaser trailer, the latest installment in the iconic Dragon Quest series is being developed under the guidance of franchise creator Yuji Horii.

Despite the scarcity of updates since the game's announcement, Square Enix has now reassured fans that Dragon Quest XII remains in active development. Dragon Quest XII represents the next major mainline entry in the storied franchise, which has enjoyed global success on platforms such as the Nintendo Switch and other consoles.

The previous entry, Dragon Quest XI, launched in 2017 in Japan before arriving in the West, garnering critical acclaim and selling millions of copies worldwide.

Given the series’ rich legacy and longstanding popularity, anticipation for Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate remains exceptionally high among JRPG enthusiasts. In a recent livestream, Yuji Horii addressed ongoing concerns about the game's status, stating that the development team is diligently working on Dragon Quest XII.

"The team is putting in a great deal of effort on the next Dragon Quest title," Horii explained, adding that updates will be shared gradually as development progresses.

This statement follows a pattern of small but reassuring updates over the past year, including Horii previously mentioning participation in development meetings about the project and minor tweaks to the game’s official logo. As of now, Square Enix has not announced target platforms for Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate.

With speculation swirling around upcoming hardware like the Nintendo Switch 2, fans are hopeful that the title will find a home on Nintendo’s next generation of consoles, as well as on existing platforms.

However, official confirmation remains pending. Dragon Quest has consistently been a highlight during major events such as Nintendo Direct presentations and regularly features among top-selling RPGs on the eShop.

The franchise's continued evolution under Yuji Horii’s creative vision promises that Dragon Quest XII will be a notable entry in JRPG history, reflecting the dedication and craftsmanship Square Enix has become known for. With no confirmed release date or platform details, fans are advised to stay tuned for forthcoming updates as Square Enix shares more about Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate in the future.

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