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Square Enix Reveals Dragon Quest Smash/Grow, Mobile Roguelite With October Beta

The portrait-mode spinoff signals a renewed mobile push for Dragon Quest following Square Enix’s recent setbacks on phones.

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New Dragon Quest game features a Hades-like shake-up for the series
Dragon Quest Smash Grow

Overview

  • Dragon Quest Smash/Grow is confirmed for iOS and Android with a worldwide release targeted for 2026.
  • The closed beta runs October 14–21, with pre-registration open now until October 2 via TestFlight, Google Play, and the official site.
  • Gameplay centers on short, run-based battles where players smash through hordes, pick randomized Blessings, and unleash Coup de Grace finishers.
  • Teaser footage shows portrait orientation with on-screen SMASH and GROW buttons, offering a mobile-first control scheme.
  • A social giveaway runs September 19–26 on Facebook and X, as Square Enix promotes the title against a backdrop of recent mobile shutdowns and fresh Dragon Quest momentum.