Square Enix Announces Dragon Quest Mobile RPG for 2027

Square Enix has announced Dragon Quest RPG The Cursed Tree and the Chosen Isle, a new role-playing game planned for iOS and Android in 2027. The company has also scheduled a closed beta test for December 8-15, 2026, with applications open through November 23 and participation limited to 25,000 people.

The game is designed around traditional turn-based battles and exploration. Players will gather resources during their adventures and use them to develop a home base, according to the announcement. The title will also include Fast Strike skills and Pep Powers, which offer additional ways to fight enemies.

Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii said the aim is to bring the series’ familiar adventure experience to smartphones. He described the intended journey as exploring towns, meeting allies, acquiring equipment and growing stronger. Horii also said players will be able to make progress when they have time and return later. The finished game’s systems and depth have not yet been tested publicly.

Square Enix’s beta is intended to give selected participants an early opportunity to try the mobile game before its planned release. Applicants must register by November 23; submitting an...