Square Enix Announces Grand Plans for Dragon Quest 40th Anniversary, NieR: Automata Surprise, and Final Fantasy Innovations
As the renowned role-playing game developer Square Enix approaches a milestone year, fans worldwide have much to look forward to.
In 2025, the beloved Dragon Quest franchise celebrates its 40th anniversary, marking four decades since the influential JRPG first captivated players.
Square Enix producer Yosuke Saito expressed his enthusiasm for the celebrations in a recent year-end interview with 4Gamer.net, shared via Gematsu.
Saito conveyed, “The upcoming 40th anniversary of Dragon Quest is a major milestone, and we at Square Enix are excited to have fans around the world participate in honoring the series’ enduring legacy.” Dragon Quest, long celebrated for shaping the Japanese RPG landscape, continues to enjoy robust popularity across multiple Nintendo platforms, including the Nintendo Switch and eShop.
Previous titles have garnered strong sales, with Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age gaining a particularly favorable reception on the Nintendo Switch.
The upcoming anniversary is expected to bring special events and content, though details remain tightly under wraps. The developer is also acknowledging another significant milestone for its critically acclaimed action RPG, NieR: Automata, which is approaching its ninth anniversary.
Saito offered a measured update for fans anticipating news, noting, “For NieR: Automata’s ninth anniversary, the team has prepared a modest surprise.
We hope fans will look forward to it, but please keep your expectations realistic.” NieR: Automata has built a devoted following since its launch, especially after its successful adaptation for the Nintendo Switch in October 2022, further expanding its audience via the eShop. Meanwhile, Final Fantasy continues to command attention with new projects and milestones.
Director Kazutoyo Maehiro, known for his work on Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, briefly discussed the future, stating, “We are developing new content that will offer players a different approach compared to previous entries.
Our team is dedicated to delivering a fresh experience, and we ask for your patience as we prepare this next step.” Square Enix is also actively engaging its fanbase through a survey focused on the Final Fantasy series, inviting players to share their perspectives and preferences.
For hardware enthusiasts, the excitement around Nintendo platforms continues, as the demo for Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade is now available on the eShop, ahead of its full Switch release next month.
Additionally, gamers can anticipate Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined on Nintendo Switch, with a slated release in February 2026, further cementing the partnership between Square Enix and Nintendo. As the next chapter unfolds, it’s clear that Square Enix is committed to celebrating its storied franchises while paving the way for new experiences on the Nintendo Switch and beyond.
Fans are encouraged to remain engaged—without letting anticipation run too wild—for what promises to be a landmark year in Japanese RPG history.
In 2025, the beloved Dragon Quest franchise celebrates its 40th anniversary, marking four decades since the influential JRPG first captivated players.
Square Enix producer Yosuke Saito expressed his enthusiasm for the celebrations in a recent year-end interview with 4Gamer.net, shared via Gematsu.
Saito conveyed, “The upcoming 40th anniversary of Dragon Quest is a major milestone, and we at Square Enix are excited to have fans around the world participate in honoring the series’ enduring legacy.” Dragon Quest, long celebrated for shaping the Japanese RPG landscape, continues to enjoy robust popularity across multiple Nintendo platforms, including the Nintendo Switch and eShop.
Previous titles have garnered strong sales, with Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age gaining a particularly favorable reception on the Nintendo Switch.
The upcoming anniversary is expected to bring special events and content, though details remain tightly under wraps. The developer is also acknowledging another significant milestone for its critically acclaimed action RPG, NieR: Automata, which is approaching its ninth anniversary.
Saito offered a measured update for fans anticipating news, noting, “For NieR: Automata’s ninth anniversary, the team has prepared a modest surprise.
We hope fans will look forward to it, but please keep your expectations realistic.” NieR: Automata has built a devoted following since its launch, especially after its successful adaptation for the Nintendo Switch in October 2022, further expanding its audience via the eShop. Meanwhile, Final Fantasy continues to command attention with new projects and milestones.
Director Kazutoyo Maehiro, known for his work on Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, briefly discussed the future, stating, “We are developing new content that will offer players a different approach compared to previous entries.
Our team is dedicated to delivering a fresh experience, and we ask for your patience as we prepare this next step.” Square Enix is also actively engaging its fanbase through a survey focused on the Final Fantasy series, inviting players to share their perspectives and preferences.
For hardware enthusiasts, the excitement around Nintendo platforms continues, as the demo for Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade is now available on the eShop, ahead of its full Switch release next month.
Additionally, gamers can anticipate Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined on Nintendo Switch, with a slated release in February 2026, further cementing the partnership between Square Enix and Nintendo. As the next chapter unfolds, it’s clear that Square Enix is committed to celebrating its storied franchises while paving the way for new experiences on the Nintendo Switch and beyond.
Fans are encouraged to remain engaged—without letting anticipation run too wild—for what promises to be a landmark year in Japanese RPG history.
