During the September Nintendo Direct, Square Enix astonished fans with the reveal of a comprehensive remake of *Dragon Quest 7*. This remake is scheduled for release early next year, closely following the *Dragon Quest I&II HD-2D Remake*.

Curiously, this new iteration of *Dragon Quest 7* does not utilize the HD-2D art style featured in the latest remakes. Instead, it presents a completely new 3D aesthetic that distinguishes itself from prior entries in the franchise. Although it shows some similarities to *Dragon Quest XI*, the visual approach is more in line with *Bravely Default 2*, merging 3D characters with hyper-realistic surroundings.

The trailer highlighted the enhanced visuals and exploration features, but information regarding the depth of the remake is still vague. It remains to be seen whether the remake will introduce new narrative elements or stay true to the original. Importantly, this remake will also be accessible on the original Nintendo Switch.

*Dragon Quest 7* initially debuted on PlayStation in Japan in August 2000 and made its way to Western players in 2001. Recognized for its extensive gameplay, the game presents a story that spans a chain of islands, each with its unique narrative, leading to a dramatic conclusion. A solitary playthrough can easily surpass 100 hours.

The game is also celebrated for its comprehensive class system, allowing players to tailor their party with more than ten unique classes, including Bard, Jester, Ranger, Paladin, and God Hand.

This announcement marks the second remake of *Dragon Quest 7*, following the 3DS edition named *Dragon Quest 7: Fragments of the Forgotten Past*, which launched in 2013 in Japan and 2016 in America. That edition was a faithful adaptation with numerous quality-of-life enhancements.

*Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined* is scheduled to be released on February 5 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.