Rounding out six promised game announcements today, Square Enix finally revealed the next mainline title in the Dragon Quest series - or its logo, at least. Yes, Dragon Quest XII is actually happening and it's being planned to launch with a simultaneous worldwide release. According to game designer Yuji Horii, this will be a Dragon Quest aimed at adults - with darker, mature content that will have players make an important decisions. The battle system and traditional Command system is also being updated, although details as to how remain unknown. They're not going to get rid of commands, however, but they are changing things. They have some prototypes currently in development. Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate is set to be directed by Takeshi Uchikawa and is being developed using Unreal Engine 5 with the team taking on a variety of challenges. The story is complete and only needed to be implemented - the game will be big so there's still time to go before it's complete. As such, Square Enix is currently recruiting new staff to help work on the game. Catch the logo teaser below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUAmVLMjGQw

Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age characters Erik and Mia headline yet another spin-off coming to the Dragon Quest series - Dragon Quest Treasures. While platforms and a launch date remain vague, Square Enix is planning to release the game worldwide. Important themes the game will focus on include Erik and Mia's childhood and treasure hunting. It's an RPG but different from the traditional ones. While platforms remain unannounced, the team is working closely with Yuji Horii to make a worldwide simultaneous release happen. Fans can expect more information at a later date. Catch the announcement trailer below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrH43AbDRyg

Square Enix and AMATA K.K. and Team Asano headline the next title announced during Dragon Quest Day - Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, planned for consoles and a worldwide release some time in the future. Combining pixel art with 3D effects, the HD-2D style creates a sense of atmosphere and depth unseen. The goal is to give players the chance to experience the game through fresh eyes for both old school fans and newcomers alike. Catch the announcement trailer below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFkbeCsEDrk

Continuing today's announcements, Square Enix revealed a new experience focusing on Dragon Quest X. Titled Dragon Quest X Offline, it's a new standalone title featuring a new visual style for unknown platforms. It's a new version of the game you won't need an internet connection to play. The game was created as an easy to pick-up-and-play title, super-deformed visuals in a charming and nostalgic style. Further details will be revealed in future announcements. It's currently unknown if the game will be released overseas, however Japanese fans can look forward to the game sometime in 2022. Catch the announcement trailer below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZXOE7Qhg9CY

Kicking off a series of Dragon Quest-related announcements, Square Enix revealed a new mobile title heading to Japan and overseas in 2021. Titled Dragon Quest Keshikeshi, it's a puzzle game that features familiar and classic Dragon Quest characters and monsters as erasers. Stay tuned for more information before launch later this year and catch the announcement trailer below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hw1MOBdW6m8

On May 4th, 2021, Dragon Quest Builders 2 arrives on Xbox One, Xbox Series X & S through backwards compatibility, and Windows 10 PC. It will also be coming to Xbox Game Pass for console, cloud, and PC platforms. Originally released on PlayStation 4 and Windows PC back in 2019 (with a Steam port to follow later that year), Dragon Quest Builders 2 marries a Minecraft-style survival and free-building game with Dragon Quest series staples. It's a peanut butter-and-jelly type of discovery, one that manages to be more than the sum of its parts rather than a quick cash-in -- and easily approachable for those unfamiliar with either title. You an check out our review here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BH8FvK9Hs64

The world of Dragon Quest has expanded and spread into many facets of media over the years. Be it through games, manga or animation, there's plenty of content to keep fans occupied and interested. This expansion of the series continues today with the re-imagined Dragon Quest The Adventure of Dai - a new adaptation of the 1989 manga by the same name. Said manga followed the story of the titular Dai, orphaned at a young age, with dreams of becoming a hero. As he grew older, circumstance conspired to land him that very "chosen one" role. While Dragon Quest The Adventure of Dai did have an anime series in the past, it's this second adaptation that promises to bring the full scope of the story to light. As such, Square Enix is keen on creating a media universe of its own and thus games like Dragon Quest The Adventure of Dai: A Hero's Bonds were born. Recently, I had a go at the closed beta build of the game. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KlcMuPin_eM Created by developer DeNA, A Hero's Bonds isn't quite the typical Dragon Quest outing. Those familiar to the series might have expected a turn-based experience but this is not the case. Instead, the free-to-play

Square Enix has gone live with a brand new trailer for Dragon Quest The Adventure of Dai: A Hero’s Bonds due out for iOS and Android mobile devices sometime this year. The trailer below acts as a general showcase for the game, featuring character creation, combat, party member characters and more. Check it out: https://youtu.be/IaV62ABQygA As a reminder, pre-registration for A Hero's Bonds is still ongoing for Android devices via Google Play for those looking to check out the game. To learn more about A Hero's Bonds, check here to view our summary article which includes additional in-game screenshots, character profiles and more.

Today, Square Enix has announced that smartphone title Dragon Quest The Adventure of Dai: A Hero's Bonds will be coming to the App Store and Google Play some time in 2021. Developed by DeNA, this title is an action RPG featuring "dynamic battle sequences" and "deep customization options". It's one of several multimedia projects tied to "The Adventure of Dai" including a console-style action RPG "Infinity Strash" and a companion anime series. Pre-registration for A Hero's Bonds has begun on Android devices, and a closed beta is planned for Australia, Canada, England, France, Japan, New Zealand and Singapore some time this year. Catch the trailer & screenshots below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KlcMuPin_eM Square Enix also released character profiles for the cast: Dai (Voice: Atsumi Tanezaki)Washed ashore on Dermline Island as a baby, Dai was raised by the lump shaman Brass. More recently his latent talents have flourished under the tutelage of Avan, the hero who once saved the world from Hadlar.Popp (Voice: Toshiyuki Toyonaga)An admirer of the hero Avan, Popp became his apprentice to train as a mage. He gets carried away easily and has a tendency to run away when things get tough, but he also has a compassionate side.Maam (Voice: Mikako Komatsu)She defends her hometown of

Square Enix is kicking off a new event for Dragon Quest Tact. Beginning February 28 through March 24, players can participate in the "Slime Festival" and enjoy various limited time events as well as promotions. As the player, it'll be your job to wrangle a giant horde of slimes as well as their leaders - the emperor slime and queen slime. The Slime Festival features the following events and rewards: Event Quests: players can earn Slime Fest Medals by playing these quests, which can be exchanged for various rewards.Slime Fest Boss Battles: players can earn tons of Slime Fest Medals and the Slime Dagger and Slime Wand equipment by taking on the Queen Slime and Dragon Slime bosses.Monster Scouting: players can scout for the S-Rank Queen Slime and A-Rank Dragon Slime for a limited time.Login Bonus: players will be treated to several rounds of campaign login bonuses throughout the Slime Festival. The first round is available now, and players can earn Gems, Queen Slime SP Scout Vouchers and more by logging in daily.And much more! Dragon Quest Tact is now available for iOS and Android devices. To learn more about the game as well as read our extensive hands-on and original impressions along