PS1 RPG Will get Shock Remake for PS5

Today’s Nintendo Direct was filled with surprises, a few of which didn’t pertain to only Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. The presentation featured a number of bulletins tied to the PS5. Arguably essentially the most thrilling announcement was the reveal of Square Enix’s Dragon Quest VII Reimagined.

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined is a remake of the 2000 PS1 RPG, Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past. A model new trailer, which could be seen beneath, was unveiled through the September 2025 Nintendo Direct, giving gamers a glimpse of its new look, with designs initially created by the late Akira Toriyama.

When is the Dragon Quest VII Reimagined PS5 launch date?

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined will launch for PS5 on February 5, 2026. Players can preorder the sport now on the PS Store. The Standard Edition, which prices $59.99, contains the bottom sport and a Blue Slime Shield that may be redeemed in-game. The Digital Deluxe Edition prices $74.99 and features a bunch of different goodies, in addition to the whole lot from the Standard Edition. Here is the whole lot included within the Digital Deluxe Edition:

• Dragon Quest VII Reimagined
• Blue Slime Shield
• The Road of Regal Wrestches
• Luminary’s Livery
• Jam-Packed Swag Bag
• 48 hours early entry
• White Wolf Costume

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined will characteristic tons of latest options, together with its distinctive hand-crafted aesthetic, an enhanced story, an overhauled turn-based battle system, and quality-of-life enhancements resembling a redesigned UI.

For these , here’s a transient description of the Dragon Quest VII Reimagined story:

“As a bright-eyed young fisherman’s son, you’ve lived your entire life on the peaceful island of Estard. Your journey begins with a simple question: is there more to the world than this small island kingdom? On a quest for answers, you and your childhood friends discover the Shrine of Mysteries and are swept back in time. There, you uncover the shocking truth that entire lands have been sealed away by a malevolent force.”