Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Brings Handcrafted Adventure to Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026

Square Enix, renowned for its rich portfolio of acclaimed role-playing games, has unveiled a new trailer for Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, a modern recreation of the beloved Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past, set to arrive on both the Nintendo Switch and the next-generation Nintendo Switch 2.

This highly anticipated title is scheduled to launch worldwide, both at retail and digitally via the Nintendo eShop, on February 5, 2026. Dragon Quest VII Reimagined takes one of the franchise’s most celebrated entries and gives it a fresh visual identity and enhanced gameplay, maintaining its place as a cornerstone within Square Enix’s renowned RPG series.

With the development focused on capturing the heart of the original while introducing innovative features, the game blends nostalgia with modern design elements to deliver an immersive single-player adventure. According to Square Enix, Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is “now lovingly reimagined with a hand-crafted aesthetic that makes the game feel like a living storybook.” The game features iconic character designs originally conceptualized by world-famous manga artist Akira Toriyama, but with a new dimension: characters and settings are recreated in a charming 3D art style, using real-world dolls and diorama-inspired environments.

This approach gives the game’s world a tangible, handcrafted feel, setting it apart from conventional video game visuals. Longtime fans and newcomers alike will embark on the epic RPG quest to save a world threatened by peril, joined by a vibrant cast of characters such as Keifer, prince of Estard, and Maribel, the resourceful mayor’s daughter.

Through traveling to multiple islands, players will unlock a dynamic and intricate unfolding story, underscored by a host of allies, adversaries, and memorable encounters along the way. Enhancements extend beyond visuals.

The development team has worked to refine and tighten gameplay pacing for a seamlessly engaging experience.

The turn-based battle system returns, entirely overhauled with dynamic mechanics such as the updated vocation system.

A new "Moonlighting" feature allows party members to wield the power of two vocations simultaneously, while the "Let Loose" ability grants extra combat options when a character is fueled by high emotion.

The addition of the "Monster Master" vocation introduces the "Positive Reinforcement" mechanic, enabling players to summon formidable monsters onto the battlefield for strategic advantages. Square Enix has also integrated quality-of-life improvements, including a redesigned user interface for streamlined access to essential information.

Players can anticipate sprawling exploration, collecting fragments to unlock and expand various worlds, vibrant towns to discover, challenging dungeons to conquer, and a wealth of side quests and mini-games to enrich the journey. Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is poised to captivate both franchise veterans and first-time players when it arrives exclusively on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on February 5, 2026.

With its storybook visuals, enhanced gameplay, and a robust legacy, this anticipated RPG marks a significant addition to the celebrated Dragon Quest series and further cements Square Enix’s legacy of innovative game development.

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