3 Reasons Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Could Be the Franchise’s Most Important Revival

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Besides the famous *Final Fantasy* series, *Dragon Quest* is one of Square Enix’s biggest successes. For almost 40 years, it’s been a cornerstone of role-playing games, known for its exciting adventures, lovable characters, and classic turn-based battles. While many game series change to stay current, *Dragon Quest* has always stayed true to its roots. A great example of this is *Dragon Quest VII*, a game often praised but not fully appreciated. First launched on PlayStation in 2000, Square Enix is now giving it a fresh update for today’s players and systems.

With no new releases since *Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age*, *Dragon Quest VII Reimagined* is a great opportunity to revitalize the series while fans anticipate *Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate*. Despite its unique aspects, *Dragon Quest VII* was innovative for its time, and a remake would introduce its compelling vision to a new audience.

3) A World Built on Discovery, Not Direction

One of the things that makes *Dragon Quest VII* special is how it’s structured. Unlike many role-playing games that start with a huge, world-threatening problem, *Dragon Quest VII* takes things slowly. You begin as an ordinary fisherman’s son living on a small island. There aren’t any monsters to battle or a major quest to complete right away. Instead, your initial goal is simply to explore, ask questions, and uncover the secrets of the world.

The game starts slowly, which initially frustrated some critics. But this deliberate pace is actually key to making the later gameplay feel truly satisfying. You explore old ruins and rebuild sunken lands, and the feeling of solving a puzzle and watching a new continent emerge is incredibly rewarding – a rare sense of discovery in gaming.

A key feature of *Dragon Quest VII* is that it doesn’t hold your hand with map markers or clear objectives. Instead, it encourages players to explore simply because they’re curious, leading to more satisfying discoveries. The upcoming *Reimagined* version could build on this strength by making exploration even smoother, adding more story details to the environments, and letting players interact with characters in more ways, making the game more fun overall.

One of the most exciting updates in *Dragon Quest VII Reimagined* is the world map. Unlike past remakes which used a 2D style with updated graphics, this version features a beautiful 3D map. This change will make each island feel more vibrant and really highlight the series’ unique charm.

2) A Story That Deserves a Modern Audience

Okay, so *Dragon Quest VII* starts a little slow, I’ll admit. But trust me, the story quickly becomes one of the best in the whole series! It’s not just one big adventure; it’s like a bunch of smaller stories woven together, taking you to all these different islands. Each island has its own really moving and deep tale – you might be dealing with a terrible sickness in one place, or a village haunted by an old curse in another. And as you solve each of those little mysteries, it all connects back to the bigger story. It’s really clever and makes the world feel so alive!

These quests and islands are memorable because they explore what it means to be human. They often challenge simple ideas of right and wrong, prompting players to think about why societies succeed or fail, how belief can both help and harm, and the power of kindness to shape events. *Dragon Quest VII* delivers a surprisingly thoughtful and mature experience, going deeper than its bright, cheerful appearance suggests.

This updated version can truly bring these stories to life in a way the original couldn’t. Improved voice acting, more realistic facial expressions, and cinematic presentation add emotional depth to each segment. What was once seen as a drawback – the game’s episodic structure – can now be a positive. Square Enix has the opportunity to connect the stories more effectively, creating smooth transitions and weaving each individual adventure into a larger, more cohesive narrative.

Ultimately, bringing *Dragon Quest VII Reimagined* to more players is the biggest benefit. The original game’s extreme length – often exceeding 100 hours – and slow beginning turned off many Western gamers. While Square Enix could make the game start more quickly, even without that, lengthy games are more popular with players now than they used to be.

1) A Chance to Bridge the Old and the New

A remake of *Dragon Quest VII* could be a really important step for the series, helping to connect longtime fans with new players. While *Dragon Quest XI* and games like *Dragon Quest VIII* and *IX* have brought in a lot of new fans, there’s still a strong desire for more *Dragon Quest* games, and this remake could remind people how great the older titles are.

The original game stood out for its deep and rewarding class system, letting players really develop their characters over time. Updating this system with options like combined classes or more noticeable character appearances could be a big improvement. Making the classic turn-based battles faster and more streamlined, along with other helpful features, would also make the game’s length feel more enjoyable and less tedious.

Square Enix has the opportunity to introduce the classic *Dragon Quest* to a new audience with *Reimagined*. They’ve successfully revived older titles with remakes and remasters, such as *Final Fantasy Tactics*, and while previous *Dragon Quest* games have been remade, this version is their most expansive and ambitious yet. *Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined* both celebrates the series’ history and modernizes it for the future.

The core of *Dragon Quest VII* has always been about the concept of time – how it moves forward and how we try to get it back. The game asked players to be patient and really immerse themselves in a story that unfolded gradually, but with a lot of heart. This slow burn was both its biggest strength and its biggest challenge. Luckily, today’s gaming landscape is more accepting of this approach, which makes *Dragon Quest VII Reimagined* a promising new release from Square Enix.

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2025-10-09 21:12