The Japanese company places limits on videos and live shows of Dragon Quest 1 and 2 HD-2D Remake, even when it comes to titles dating back almost 40 years
It seems incredible that we have to remember this in mid-2025, but Square Enix has specifically asked players not to provide spoilers of the newly released Dragon Quest 1 and 2 Remake HD-2D. And no, it’s not a joke: the company has released some of them official streaming rules warning that anyone posting endgame content could be fined.
According to the statement shared on the official website of Dragon Quest, Square Enix asks players to avoid streaming or uploading videos after the second credits of Dragon Quest IIat least until November 29, 2025one month after launch. It is also recommended that all key scenes be accompanied by the warning “Contains spoilers”.
Dragon Quest 1 and 2 Remake HD-2D
The curious thing about the matter is what we are talking about two classic role-playing games originally released in 1986 and 1987 for NES. However, the company has a compelling reason for such caution. And this remake, with the beautiful HD-2D visual style we’ve already seen Octopath traveler or Triangle strategy, It doesn’t just update the graphics: includes new scenes that connect directly with Dragon Quest IIItitle that serves as a prequel to both.
In fact, Square Enix has hinted that this remake hides a big revelation that will change the way we understand the Erdrick trilogyone of the narrative arcs most loved by fans of the saga. According to the company there are “Numerous new scenarios and a twist that will surprise even veterans”.
Although it may seem exaggerated, This isn’t the first time Square Enix has imposed restrictions of this type. In recent games like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth or Octopath Traveler IIthe company has already established limits to avoid the spread of spoilers during the first weeks of launch. The peculiar thing here is the date: nearly four decades laterplayers should once again be careful when talking about the ending DragonQuest II.
Obviously, The networks were quick to react with humorpointing out that anyone with access to YouTube or an old guide may already know the original endings. But the truth is this This version includes new contentand it is precisely here that the “big secret” that Square Enix wants to protect lies.
The future of Dragon Quest
The launch of Dragon Quest 1 and 2 Remake HD-2D marks a new impulse for the saga, which live a second youth thanks to the remakes. After the success of the announced HD-2D remake of Dragon Quest IIIthe company already operates Dragon Quest VII reimaginedscheduled for February 2026.
According to those responsible, it is a modern reinterpretation will opt for a darker and more emotional narrativeaccording to the current tastes of the players. “Today, fans are more accustomed to sad stories or stories with moral dilemmas,” explains the studio, which could mark a change in tone in future installments.
The development of Dragon Quest XII
In the meantime, the mysterious Dragon Quest XII: Flames of Destiny is still in development, although everything indicates so there’s still a lot to see in action. Square Enix seems to be taking its time, perhaps observing the reception of these remakes before taking the next step.
In any case, Square Enix’s warning only got results fuel the community’s curiosity. And it is almost certain that, despite requests for silence, spoilers will soon flood YouTube and social networks once the game is released. But if one thing is clear, it’s that the Japanese study continues to take care of its most legendary franchisebetting on new ways to revive the heroes of Alefgard without losing their essence.
Because, if anything has been proven Dragon Quest since 1986, it’s been like this true adventures never go out of fashion.
