Dragon Quest’s 35th anniversary begins in 2021 and Square Enix plans to celebrate it with announcements! During Dragon Quest X Fall Festival, series creator Yuji Horii teases announcements coming in 2021. Here’s what he had to say:
“Thank you very much for today. Next year, Dragon Quest will celebrate its 35th anniversary. I believe we will be able to make all sorts of announcements in regards to that. And there is still a whole lot of fun to look forward to in Astoltia [the world of Dragon Quest X]. Please continue to support Dragon Quest in the future. Thank you very much!”
Fans have been clamoring for remasters of various Dragon Quest games like DQ IX, so maybe the time will finally come soon. In the meantime, Square Enix already confirmed a new Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai game and preparations for DQ XII began in summer 2019. Stay tuned at Final Weapon for the latest Japanese gaming news and updates!