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Square Enix sale on Switch platforms slices prices, led by Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade
gaming25 days ago

Square Enix sale on Switch platforms slices prices, led by Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade

Retailers are discounting Square Enix games for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, led by Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade at $29.99. The lineup includes Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake ($44.99), Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake ($29.99), Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined ($49.99), Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince ($23.99), Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles ($39.99), Octopath Traveler 0 ($39.99), and Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven ($29.99). Deals are available at Best Buy and GameStop, with Amazon price-matching, plus a broader Nintendo eShop sale separate from these listings.

Zelda’s Quiet Revolution: How a Console Classic Defined a Genre
gaming1 month ago

Zelda’s Quiet Revolution: How a Console Classic Defined a Genre

Forty years after its debut, The Legend of Zelda didn’t invent a genre but crystallized it by bringing the depth and challenge of computer RPGs to consoles through streamlined action-adventure gameplay. Drawing on predecessors like Druaga, Hydlide, Xanadu, Perseus, and Dragon Quest, Zelda popularized dungeon-based exploration and item-driven progression, spawning a wave of “Zelda-like” games and shaping the broader understanding of action RPGs and JRPG influence. Its influence persists in modern open-world entries and a continuing expansion of the series through spin-offs and adaptations, cementing Zelda’s enduring impact on gaming.”,

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Trims the Tale for Switch, Aims at Both Old and New Fans
gaming2 months ago

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Trims the Tale for Switch, Aims at Both Old and New Fans

Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined is coming to Switch 1 and Switch 2 on February 5, 2026 as part of the series’ 40th anniversary. The remake streamlines the long PS1-era RPG while preserving its core charm, using a diorama-inspired art style to refresh the look. In a detailed interview, producer Takeshi Ichikawa explains balancing modernization with nostalgia, trimming nonessential segments to speed up the narrative, and aims to make the game accessible for newcomers without alienating longtime fans.

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Dazzles Critics Across Platforms
gaming2 months ago

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Dazzles Critics Across Platforms

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, a PS5 remake of the classic PS1 RPG, is drawing strong early reviews, averaging 85 on OpenCritic with 97% critics recommending it. Reviewers praise faster pacing, updated visuals, and refined gameplay, calling it the best modern take on the game, though some changes may not please all veterans. The remake arrives February 5, 2026 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake Receives Positive Reviews
gaming5 months ago

Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake Receives Positive Reviews

The Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake for Switch has received positive reviews, with critics praising its modern updates, new content, and overall improvements over the NES originals, though some note its old-school charm and difficulty. The game is highly recommended for fans of traditional RPGs, with scores mostly in the 8-9/10 range, and is seen as a fitting conclusion to the trilogy.

Square Enix Unveils New Gameplay and Versions for Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake
gaming7 months ago

Square Enix Unveils New Gameplay and Versions for Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake

Square Enix has released a seven-minute gameplay overview trailer for the upcoming Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake, launching on Switch and Switch 2 on October 30, 2025, showcasing exploration, combat, and party features in the updated versions, with no current upgrade path for Switch users and a recent performance patch for Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake on Switch.