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Square Enix Announces Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake for 2025 Release

The remakes will modernize the first two Dragon Quest games with enhanced visuals, an orchestral soundtrack, and quality-of-life improvements expected.

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Overview

  • Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake will launch later in 2025 on Switch, PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, completing the Erdrick Trilogy.
  • The remake combines the first two foundational JRPG titles into a single package due to their shorter individual lengths.
  • The games will feature substantial visual upgrades using the HD-2D engine and an orchestral soundtrack by the Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra.
  • Gameplay enhancements have not been fully detailed, but quality-of-life improvements are anticipated, following the success of Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake.
  • Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, released in 2024, sold over two million units globally and set high expectations for the upcoming remakes.