Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Reviews
Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined is a strong remake and one that does a lot to improve upon its predecessor. An RPG that revels in nostalgia and the warmness you feel after a night out with friends, even if it's that one friend who doesn't realize last call at the bar was hours ago.
Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined takes a famously long adventure and makes it much easier to stick with. The island-by-island structure still drives the story, but the pacing feels smoother and easier to manage as you go. Combat stays easy to follow, vocations give you room to experiment, and exploration never turns into a slog. With its handcrafted, diorama-style look, Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined ends up being the most approachable way to finally see this journey through.
The best way to describe my final thoughts on Dragon Quest 7: Reimagined can be easily summarized by how the save system works. In every Dragon Quest game, you manually save at churches. When completing the save, you can either choose to continue or close out to the main menu. When exiting, the priest will wish the players a peaceful respite, and upon returning to the game, they will hope you are in good spirits when continuing your journey. The point being, that Dragon Quest 7: Reimagined welcomes you with open arms, letting you journey forth into its warm and vibrant world and return feeling proud like the hero of its story. It is a tale you should not sleep on.
Its serene and captivating graphics give way to a completely classic gameplay style from Square Enix's flagship turn-based RPG, but with a heavy dose of modernity and upgrades that are both optional and predetermined. With a story that revisits the past to understand the present and encourages us to explore new horizons, this expansive installment in the franchise offers, in its second remake, the best way to experience it, especially if it's your first time.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
The definitive version of the 2000s classic, Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined invites all kinds of players—whether JRPG fans or not—on a visually stunning, accessible adventure packed with a wealth of original and brand-new content.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Featuring a gorgeous art style, a revamped battle system, and some stellar quality-of-life changes, this is now the definitive version of Dragon Quest VII that I’ll always go back to in the future.
DRAGON QUEST VII Reimagined uses modern visual and gameplay improvements to breathe new life into a classic game. It is a prime example of how to approach a remake, and there is so much to enjoy for both new and old Dragon Quest players.
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Review in German | Read full review
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is a brilliant, majestic recreation of one of the PS1-era's most beloved JRPGs. Armed with an effortlessly charming diorama art style, impeccable music and an incredible combat system, Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is simply breathtaking. There is a bit of a misfire in terms of the voices and how oddly long some of the line deliveries are, but this is a JRPG of such immense quality and care, that skipping it would not be advised. You simply can't miss out on this loving tribute to Dragon Quest's historic past.
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is a great starting point for Square Enix's IP. HexaDrive's work is convincing in almost every way, thanks to a revamped and captivating aesthetic and a nearly complete customization of the experience. The only disappointments are some overly wordy sections and a soundtrack that becomes slightly repetitive towards the end of the adventure. Nonetheless, the Japanese studio's new effort is a must-buy for fans of the franchise and highly recommended for all fans of turn-based RPGs.
Review in Italian | Read full review
I can’t say how much fans of the original work may be irritated by the changes made to gameplay or graphics, but from a personal perspective, Dragon Quest VII Reimagined completely won my heart. The diorama-style presentation, charming visual design, successful changes to pacing, masterful music, and of course the safe yet great gameplay made this "bloke" long for simpler times. At every turn, the game radiates a warm, cinnamon-roll-scented coziness – as if I was returning to my own lovely home after a long journey.
Review in Finnish | Read full review
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is a comfy blanket of JRPG nostalgia, and despite having some pacing issues I never wanted it to end.
Despite its 'bite-sized' diorama aesthetic and fragmented episodic structure, Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined is a masterclass in JRPG fundamentals. While the main narrative takes its time to find its footing, the game triumphs through its gorgeous visuals, a sweeping orchestral score, and modern quality-of-life features that respect the player's time. It is a charming, customisable, and deeply endearing adventure that proves even in the shadow of the Final Fantasy giants, Dragon Quest remains a premier franchise that demands your attention.
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is a beautifully crafted game with enhanced quality-of-life improvements. Its engaging turn-based combat makes it welcoming for newcomers and rewarding for longtime fans. Paired with stunning handcrafted visuals and a sweeping symphonic soundtrack, it stands as one of the most appealing and polished Dragon Quest experiences yet.
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is an example of a remake that understands exactly what made the original special, reinforcing those elements and addressing friction points to create an engaging experience. By streamlining the narrative, modernizing the job and combat systems, and adopting a gorgeous diorama art style, the once-maligned title has been turned around for the better.
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is about new beginnings and, speaking as a relative beginner to the franchise, it is a great adventure. The artwork and character designs are just a treat, and it’s always worth getting to the next island just to see what big bad resides there. The combat system is snappy, making it a fun way to fight to the next heartfelt story beat that runs the whole gamut of emotions.
Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is a superb redux of one of the longest and most overlooked games in the series. Reimagined breathes new life into Dragon Quest VII through its tighter pacing, incredible charm, sense of adventure, and some of the most polished turn-based gameplay in Dragon Quest history.
Dragon Quest VII lives up to its proposal of being a reimagined version of the 1997 classic, bringing changes that improve the flow of the narrative and modernize the gameplay, while preserving all the magic of the original PS1 title, delivering a fresh experience for longtime fans and opening the doors of the franchise to newcomers.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Opinions will be divided, as this isn't a direct remake of the original. While 'Dragon Quest II HD 2D Remake' added quite a few things, this one mainly removes and shortens them. Personally, I think this version flows much better than the original and brings the game more up to modern standards. There are compromises that won't please everyone, but aside from that, this is yet another charming 'Dragon Quest'.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
Dragon Quest VII manages to cut the fat while preserving the whimsical story of our ages.