Square Enix released a day-one update for the Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake on Switch and Switch 2, adding English voice lines, new accessories, AI tweaks, and bug fixes. The update enhances gameplay and performance, with specific considerations for different console versions and bundles. Players are advised to avoid streaming after credits for the first month.
The Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake for Switch has received positive reviews, with critics praising its modern updates, new content, and overall improvements over the NES originals, though some note its old-school charm and difficulty. The game is highly recommended for fans of traditional RPGs, with scores mostly in the 8-9/10 range, and is seen as a fitting conclusion to the trilogy.
The Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake for Switch 2 modernizes the classic RPGs with stunning visuals, expanded narratives, quality-of-life improvements, and a rich soundtrack, making it a highly recommended package for retro JRPG fans and newcomers alike.
The first critic review for the Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake has been released, receiving a score of 34/40 from Famitsu, highlighting its visual overhaul and new content, with the game available on Switch and Switch 2 without an upgrade path.
Square Enix's Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake introduces new scenarios connecting to the Erdrick Trilogy, new encounters, and challenging dungeons, enhancing the story and gameplay experience. The game features characters like Rubiss and Dream-Whisperer, with added story depth, new enemies, and exploration opportunities. It is set to release on October 30 for multiple platforms including PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC.
Square Enix's Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake introduces new scenarios, characters, and a storyline involving the goddess Rubiss, with added dungeons, monsters, and story events, set to release on October 30, 2025, across multiple platforms.
Square Enix has released a seven-minute gameplay overview trailer for the upcoming Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake, launching on Switch and Switch 2 on October 30, 2025, showcasing exploration, combat, and party features in the updated versions, with no current upgrade path for Switch users and a recent performance patch for Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake on Switch.
Square Enix released a free performance update for Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake on Switch, offering a choice between 60fps performance mode and 30fps graphics mode, and announced a new trailer for Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake, which will have a native Switch 2 version at launch.
Square Enix announced a free update for the Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake on Nintendo Switch 2, offering improved resolution and frame rate, with options to prioritize graphics or performance, without altering the game's story or items.
Square Enix announced that the Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake for Switch and Switch 2 will not have an upgrade path or save data transfer between the two versions, with only certain bonus items being compatible across versions. The game is set for release on October 30, 2025, and physical collector's editions are also available.
Square Enix is celebrating Dragon Quest Day 2025 with discounts on most Dragon Quest games across PlayStation, Steam, and Nintendo eShop, including the upcoming Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake, with deals lasting about a week. Notably, some titles like Dragon Quest Heroes are not discounted.
Square Enix is releasing HD-2D remakes of Dragon Quest 1 and 2 on October 30 across multiple platforms, featuring high-definition graphics, new story content, and quality-of-life improvements, with pre-orders available including special bonuses and a trilogy collection.
Square Enix announced that the Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake will launch on October 30, 2025, with a Switch 2 version confirmed. The game will be a Game-Key Card for Switch 2, requiring digital download, and a Collector's Edition will be available. Pre-orders and existing save data offer bonus in-game items, and the Switch 2 version is expected to have performance improvements, possibly boosting from 30fps to 60fps.
Square Enix announced that the HD-2D remakes of Dragon Quest 1 & 2 will be released on PS5 on October 30th, featuring updated graphics, new content, and bonus items for pre-orders, with a collector's edition available exclusively through their store.
The Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake, including a newly announced Switch 2 version, will launch on October 30 for multiple platforms including PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, Switch 2, and PC, featuring enhanced visuals and bonus in-game items for pre-orders and existing save data.
