Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake Tops Famitsu's Most Anticipated Games List

Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake Leads Famitsu's Anticipation Chart

Japanese gamers have spoken, and the upcoming Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake has claimed the top spot in Famitsu's latest poll for most anticipated games. This highly anticipated reimagining of the classic JRPGs is set to launch at the end of October, and readers of the esteemed Japanese gaming magazine clearly can't wait.

The traditional Famitsu poll, which gathers reader votes, took place between August 27 and September 2. This timeframe means that the recently announced remake of Dragon Quest VII was not eligible to be included in this particular list. Despite the absence of that new announcement, the results highlight the enduring popularity and cultural significance of the Dragon Quest series in its home country.

Top Anticipated Games According to Famitsu Readers:

• Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake (Nintendo Switch) — 668 votes
• Kirby Air Riders (Nintendo Switch 2) — 456 votes
• Pragmata (PlayStation 5) — 445 votes
• Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake (PlayStation 5) — 323 votes
• Pokemon Legends: Z-A (Nintendo Switch 2) — 315 votes
• Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment (Nintendo Switch 2) — 276 votes
• Silent Hill f (PlayStation 5) — 239 votes
• Pokemon Legends: Z-A (Nintendo Switch) — 233 votes
• Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake (Nintendo Switch 2) — 230 votes
• Resident Evil: Requiem (PlayStation 5) — 228 votes
• Persona 4 Revival (PlayStation 5) — 196 votes
• Onimusha: Way of the Sword (PlayStation 5) — 138 votes
• Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter (PlayStation 5) — 133 votes
• Grand Theft Auto VI (PlayStation 5) — 122 votes
• Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter (Nintendo Switch) — 117 votes
• Momotaro Dentetsu 2 (Nintendo Switch 2)– 114 votes
• Metroid Prime 4: Beyond (Nintendo Switch 2) — 113 votes
• Ghost of Yōtei (PlayStation 5) — 111 votes
• Momotaro Dentetsu 2 (Nintendo Switch) — 106 votes
• Professor Layton and the New World of Steam (Nintendo Switch) — 101 votes
• Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles (Nintendo Switch) — 87 votes
• Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles (PlayStation 5) — 85 votes
• Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream (Nintendo Switch) — 69 votes
• Persona 3 Reload (Nintendo Switch 2) — 67 votes
• Fate/Extra Record (Nintendo Switch) — 66 votes
• Rhythm Heaven Groove (Nintendo Switch) — 64 votes
• Splatoon Raiders (Nintendo Switch 2) — 60 votes
• Octopath Traveler 0 (Nintendo Switch 2) — 58 votes
• Professor Layton and the New World of Steam (Nintendo Switch 2) — 56 votes
• Aquarium wa Odoranai (Nintendo Switch)– 55 votes

While the strong showing for Dragon Quest might not surprise those familiar with its status in Japan, many were still impressed by how a remake of older JRPGs managed to outperform major upcoming titles like Grand Theft Auto VI and Ghost of Yōtei. This speaks volumes about the lasting appeal of the original adventures and the quality expected from the HD-2D art style, which has garnered critical acclaim in previous Square Enix titles.

The Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake is set to release on October 30 for PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2. It will not include Russian localization. For fans worldwide, this remake offers a chance to revisit the legendary beginnings of a franchise that shaped the RPG genre, now with a beautiful modern touch.