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Square Enix Reimagines Dragon Quest 7 with Streamlined Story and New Scenarios

The reimagined version of a classic JRPG streamlines its narrative, removing less relevant subplots...
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  • Impact Level
    Medium
  • Scope Level
    Global
  • Last Update
    2025-09-17
Key Impacts
Positive Impacts (7)
Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.
Nintendo Co., Ltd.
GameStop Corp.
VanEck Video Gaming and eSports ETF (ESPO)
Global Toy & Merchandise Producers
Consumer Discretionary – Japan
Total impacts: 9 | Positive: 7 | Negative: 0
Event Overview

The reimagined version of a classic JRPG streamlines its narrative, removing less relevant subplots while introducing new scenarios. This update aims to enhance the gaming experience, balancing familiarity with fresh content.

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DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined, a complete remake of the original game DRAGON QUEST VII: Forgotten Past, is set for release on Switch and Switch 2 on February 5, 2026. The game features a new handcrafted visual style with doll-like characters and diorama-like environments. It includes enhancements such as a streamlined narrative, autobattle functionality, and the removal of irrelevant subplots. The remake aims to make the charming characters, designed by Akira Toriyama, appealing to a global audience. The game's producer, Takeshi Ichikawa, shared that the bold art direction and improvements were inspired by various factors. The reimagined version enhances the storytelling and character emotions, making it more accessible and appealing to both returning players and newcomers.

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