Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Review - Is it Better Than the 3DS Version? (2026)

Описание: Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past is back, but not quite as you remember it. Following its massive reveal last September, Dragon Quest VII Reimagined has finally arrived on PS5, Switch 2, and PC. In this review, we tackle the elephant in the room: the 100-hour pacing. While Square Enix and HexaDrive have streamlined the opening Shrine of Mysteries and added "Zoom from anywhere" and field-dash attacks, the core of DQ7 remains a slow-burn, episodic journey through time. We dive into the brand-new "Diorama" art style, which swaps the 3DS models for handcrafted, doll-like characters that feel like a living pop-up book.

The real game-changer is the Moonlighting system, allowing your party to equip two vocations at once—cutting the grind in half and introducing "Vocational Perks" that can turn the tide of battle. We also discuss the controversial cuts, including the loss of vocation costumes and certain island subplots, and whether these trade-offs are worth the much-needed boost in pacing. Whether you’re a series veteran facing the existential dread of another 100-hour quest or a newcomer curious about Estard’s secrets, we break down why this is the most "wistful" version of the game since the PS1 original. Watch our full review to see if this reimagining earns its place on your shelf!