The Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake is set to release on October 30, 2025, across multiple platforms, including PC (via Steam and Microsoft Store), PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X/S. Additionally, Square Enix has confirmed that the game will also be available on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Pre-Order Bonuses for Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake
For players who pre-order the game, exclusive in-game items will be available, including:
- Elevating Shoes (x1)
- Seed of Agility (x3)
- Seed of Magic (x3)
- Seed of Defence (x3)
- Seed of Life (x3)
Moreover, players with existing save data from the Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake will unlock additional items, specifically the Marvellous Makeover Kit:
- Dragon Quest I: Dog suit
- Dragon Quest II: Cat suit (with a design change depending on the character it’s equipped to)
All of these items can be obtained by playing through the game, with pre-orders simply granting early access.
Collector’s Edition Details
A limited Collector’s Edition will also be available, offering an exclusive package with:
- A physical edition of the game
- Acrylic blocks featuring characters and monsters from the series
- The Outstanding Outfit Kit
- Two exclusive digital wallpapers
- Pre-order bonuses (as outlined above)
Since quantities are limited, players are encouraged to secure their copy through the Square Enix Store.
A Classic Remake of Iconic JRPGs
The Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake is a full reimagining of the first two titles in the series that helped shape the JRPG genre. While other franchises like Final Fantasy have reinvented themselves over time, Dragon Quest has remained faithful to its roots, offering straightforward RPG gameplay where players guide their heroes across towns, solving problems and progressing through an overarching story.
Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake Updates
In a related update, Square Enix has released improvements for the Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake, enhancing boat travel speed, critical hit rates, abilities, and adding a shortcut button for mapping spells and abilities to specific buttons.
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