Square Enix has confirmed a Dragon Quest 40th anniversary broadcast for May 27, giving fans a short but important look at what comes next for one of Japan’s longest running RPG series. The stream will air at 6 AM PT, 9 AM ET, and 3 PM CET, with both English and Japanese versions planned.
The announcement follows an earlier unofficial reveal from Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii, who appeared to let the news slip before Square Enix made it official. The broadcast will run for only 10 minutes, so fans should not expect a long presentation with deep gameplay breakdowns. Still, even a short update matters because Dragon Quest has several major questions waiting for answers.
The biggest one is Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate. Square Enix announced the game in 2021, but the next mainline entry has remained mostly quiet since then. That long silence has made the 40th anniversary broadcast more interesting, especially because the company says the event will include updates from the Dragon Quest team.
Dragon Quest XII is the main question, but more remakes could also be possible
Dragon Quest has not been inactive while fans waited for Dragon Quest XII. Square Enix has released HD 2D remakes of the first three games, giving older entries a modern visual style while keeping their classic RPG structure. Dragon Quest VII Reimagined has also kept the remake push going, bringing renewed attention to one of the series’ earlier PlayStation era entries.
That recent activity makes it reasonable to expect more remake news, although nothing is confirmed yet. The fourth, fifth, and sixth games would be natural candidates for future HD 2D treatment if Square Enix wants to continue updating the classic line. Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King is another entry many fans would like to see on modern platforms, even as a simpler remaster.
| Broadcast detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | Dragon Quest 40th anniversary broadcast |
| Date | May 27 |
| Time | 6 AM PT, 9 AM ET, 3 PM CET |
| Runtime | 10 minutes |
| Languages | English and Japanese |
| Most likely focus | Future Dragon Quest updates |
| Major question | Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate |
The short runtime makes expectations important. A 10 minute broadcast is unlikely to cover several games in detail. If Dragon Quest XII appears, it may be through a trailer, title update, development message, or brief release window tease rather than a full gameplay showcase. If remakes appear, Square Enix may only show quick announcements or logos.
Even so, the timing feels meaningful. Dragon Quest turns 40 with a large legacy behind it, and Square Enix has a chance to reassure fans that the next mainline game is still moving forward. The series has built its reputation on traditional RPG adventure, party building, turn based combat, and a warm fantasy tone, so any new information about its future will be watched closely.
For now, the confirmed news is simple: Dragon Quest fans will get official updates this week. Whether that means the first proper look at Dragon Quest XII, more remakes, or a mix of smaller announcements, the broadcast should give the franchise a clearer path into its next era.
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