DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined is an adventure game by Square Enix. It’s a remake of the classic Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past, with modern enhancements, such as better graphics and a refined combat system, while still keeping its original charm to appease longtime fans of the series.

Like many Japanese role-playing games, or JRPGs, DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined features a vast world to explore, strategic turn-based battles, and brave adventurers to recruit to your party. It features deep progression mechanics, offering players countless hours of gameplay. The quality-of-life improvements simplify the experience for newcomers to the game.

An epic quest, recrafted for modern play

DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined follows the same formula as all Dragon Quest games, but with a lot of tweaks and improvements. One of which is a rebuilt combat system. Players can now use the auto-battle option to let their parties fight automatically. Battles can also be sped up to reduce downtime. Additionally, pre-emptively striking monsters on the field instantly defeats them if they are weaker than the party.

With the new Moonlight mechanic, players can equip two vocations at the same time, letting them access skills, magic spells, and unique perks from both. This gives room for more flexibility in terms of playstyle and strategies. These improvements to combat certainly make the experience smoother than the original; however, the game now feels easier and provides less of a challenge due to these additions.

When it comes to graphics, the developers have made dramatic improvements, breathing new life into the world with stunning visuals and vibrant environments, making exploration more immersive and exciting. The voice acting is top-notch, and you can really feel the emotions of the characters. The soundtrack is equally impressive, smoothly adapting to each situation —whether exploring or battling enemies, it greatly enhances the atmosphere and mood.

Faithful to its roots

Overall, DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined is a wonderful remake of a beloved classic. It preserves its original charm, despite the many changes and improvements to core gameplay systems. It’s more welcoming to new players because of its modern overhauls, but still respects long-time fans with its nostalgic charm. While the story does feel slow at times, it makes up for it with an intriguing plot and memorable characters.