Shortly before the planned release, Square Enix is providing a playable demo for Dragon Quest VII Reimagined. The trial version will be released this week for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, as well as other platforms.
Demo launch in January
The free demo for Dragon Quest VII Reimagined will be released on January 7, 2026. Interested players will be able to try out the title in advance without having to wait for the full release. The demo will be released simultaneously on Switch and Switch 2.
Progress will be carried over
As with previous demos from Square Enix, it is planned that game progress from the demo can be carried over to the full version. However, this requires an existing save file from the trial version. The full release is scheduled for February 5, 2026.
Bonus for demo players
In addition, players with demo save data will receive a bonus item. This is the cosmetic item “Maribel’s Day Off Dress.” The bonus will be unlocked when the full version is launched, provided that the corresponding save data is available.
Alongside the demo, Square Enix has also released the game’s official opening video. This is intended to give a first impression of the presentation and style of the new edition. However, no further details on the scope of the demo have been provided.
Comparable strategy for other titles
Square Enix also recently released a demo for Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade for the Switch 2. Save data could also be transferred there, and bonus items were awarded. The full version of this title will be released on January 22, 2026.
With several playable trial versions, Square Enix is increasingly focusing on demos as an introduction to upcoming releases at the beginning of the year. However, no specific statements have been made about further planned demo releases.
FAQ
On January 7, 2026.
Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and other platforms.
Yes, demo save data can be transferred to the full version.
Yes, the item “Maribel’s Day Off Dress.”
