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Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined Trailer Debuts Adult Kiefer, Details Tablet System

Square Enix is pairing character-driven additions with clear guidance on new world-expanding mechanics.

Overview

  • A follow-up trailer premiered during Sony's State of Play Japan 2025, showcasing new story beats for the remake.
  • An official description confirms an encounter with an older Kiefer in the past Rucker region, including a stealth entry into Rucker Castle where he assists in battles.
  • The trailer suggests opportunities to fight alongside this adult Kiefer beyond the Rucker scenario.
  • Square Enix outlined a system where players collect stone tablet fragments and use the Shrine of Mysteries to unlock new locations that can reshape the world.
  • The game is scheduled for February 5, 2026, with outlets agreeing on the date but differing on platforms, from Switch and Switch 2 to reports also listing PS5, Xbox Series, and PC.