Square Enix Shares How Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined Was Made

Square Enix released a behind-the-scenes video on Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined, with developers explaining the remake’s creative direction.

The team said they wanted to preserve the original’s darker story while matching it to Dragon Quest’s signature art style.

The remake modernizes the classic RPG with new visuals, third-person battles, streamlined systems, and customizable difficulty options.

The video highlights how Square Enix is updating a fan favorite for modern players without losing longtime series appeal.