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Square Enix Rolls Out Free Switch 2 Patch for Dragon Quest III and Confirms I & II HD-2D Remake Release

Revealed during Nintendo’s July Direct, the free performance-focused Switch 2 patch for Dragon Quest III arrives alongside a final October 30 launch date for the I & II HD-2D remakes featuring expanded narrative content with distinct editions on Switch

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Overview

  • Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake now offers a free Switch 2 performance patch with improved resolution, sharper visuals, and options to prioritize frame rate or graphics without altering story or loot.
  • Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake will launch on October 30, 2025, across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and PC.
  • The I & II package introduces expanded narratives including new side scenarios and adds Princess of Cannock as a playable ally in Dragon Quest II.
  • Square Enix confirmed there will be no free Switch 2 upgrade path or save-data transfer for Dragon Quest I & II, treating the Switch and Switch 2 editions as separate products.
  • Players with existing Dragon Quest III save files unlock bonus in-game items and digital pre-orders grant a trouble-free travel kit in the I & II remakes.