Dragon Quest Turns 40: Square Enix Teases Major Announcements Coming This Year

The legendary JRPG series that has stood alongside gamers for generations is reaching another major milestone. Dragon Quest is officially celebrating its 40th anniversary, and Square Enix has clearly hinted that this year will be filled with new announcements and updates related to the series, sparking excitement among fans worldwide who have been eagerly awaiting news about the franchise’s future.

Dragon Quest 40th Anniversary Promises Surprises Throughout the Year

Square Enix has revealed the official logo for Dragon Quest’s 40th anniversary celebration, perfectly capturing the charm and identity of the long-running franchise. Alongside the logo, the company confirmed that it has “multiple announcements and surprises” planned for fans throughout 2026, although specific details and dates have not yet been disclosed.

Yuji Horii, the creator of the Dragon Quest series, also shared a New Year’s message on X, marking the series’ entry into its 40th year. In his post, he expressed gratitude to fans and the development teams who have supported Dragon Quest over the decades, while confidently stating that there will be “many things” to announce this year. His words have further reassured fans that this anniversary celebration will go far beyond a symbolic gesture.

Naturally, the biggest question on fans’ minds is the status of Dragon Quest XII, which was first announced back in 2021 and has remained largely silent for several years. While the series has continued to release spin-offs and remakes in the meantime including the upcoming Dragon Quest VII Reimagined many players are still eagerly awaiting concrete news about the next mainline entry.

Reaching its 40th anniversary marks a historic moment for one of the most influential JRPG series of all time. Although Square Enix has yet to reveal all of its plans, the confirmation of multiple announcements this year is more than enough to reignite anticipation and speculation among fans. Whether this celebration will lead to major reveals about the future of Dragon Quest remains to be seen, but it is clear that 2026 will be a landmark year for the franchise. As soon as more information is revealed, the team at This Is Game SEA will be ready to bring the latest updates to fans right away.

Source: TechRaptor