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Dragon Quest Smash/Grow Launches 2026: Beta Registration Opens Soon

9/17/2025

Summary

Square Enix Launches Game

Square Enix will release the mobile game "Dragon Quest Smash/Grow" in 2026.
Players can pre-register for a closed beta test from October 14-21, 2025, with applications open until October 2.
The game incorporates roguelite RPG mechanics, allowing players to "smash" monsters and "grow" characters using random Blessings.
A teaser trailer will debut on September 17, 2025, highlighting gameplay.
The game targets both new and longtime Dragon Quest fans and will be available on iOS and Android.

Summary

Square Enix Unveils Remake

Square Enix will release "Dragon Quest VII Reimagined" on February 5, 2026, for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.
The remake features a unique doll-like visual style, using real doll scans for characters and diorama-style environments.
Key gameplay updates include a dual-class system, streamlined storytelling, and new scenarios.
Pre-orders offer various editions with collectibles like a bottled ship and a Slime plush.
A mobile game, "Dragon Quest Smash/Grow," is also in development, with a teaser trailer coming soon.

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Historical Context

Launched in 1998, "Dragon Quest VII" marked a pivotal moment for Square Enix, selling over 4 million copies and solidifying the RPG genre's popularity. The franchise's evolution reflects broader gaming trends, including a shift to mobile platforms. Upcoming titles like "Dragon Quest Smash/Grow" and "Dragon Quest VII Reimagined" demonstrate Square Enix's strategy to blend nostalgia with modern gaming, appealing to both new and veteran players.

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Square Enix Launches Game

Square Enix will release the mobile game "Dragon Quest Smash/Grow" in 2026.
Players can pre-register for a closed beta test from October 14-21, 2025, with applications open until October 2.
The game incorporates roguelite RPG mechanics, allowing players to "smash" monsters and "grow" characters using random Blessings.
A teaser trailer will debut on September 17, 2025, highlighting gameplay.
The game targets both new and longtime Dragon Quest fans and will be available on iOS and Android.

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