Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake, one of the most highly anticipated remasters among classic JRPG fans, will arrive on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. However, Square Enix surprised negatively by announcing that the versions for both consoles will be completely independent and that there will be no possibility of an update, neither free nor paid.
This means that those who purchase the game for Nintendo Switch won't be able to transfer their save files if they decide to make the jump to Switch 2. In an industry moving toward backward compatibility as a standard, this decision has caused a wave of criticism and called into question the generational transition policies adopted by some studios.
No synchronization between consoles: a missed opportunity?
Controversy: Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake will not have an update for Switch 2 | La Derecha Diario
The inability to transfer data directly affects the user experience, especially for the most dedicated players who expected to start their adventure on Nintendo's current console and continue it on the upcoming Switch 2.
This limitation contrasts with the treatment given to Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, which will have transfer support between systems, further highlighting the inconsistency within the same publishing project.
Possible technical reasons and commercial repercussions
Although Square Enix didn't explain the reasons for this separation, some analysts point to differences in console architecture or to strategic decisions to encourage double purchases. In any case, the community's discontent is palpable, and it could affect both sales and consumer loyalty.
Controversy: Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake will not have an update for Switch 2 | La Derecha Diario
From a commercial perspective, this measure could limit the title's reach on the new console. The industry is moving toward more seamless multiplatform schemes, and cases like this fuel the debate about the need for more coherent update policies in technological transitions.
A worrying sign for future releases
The case of Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake raises questions about the future of remasters and intergenerational compatibility.
Will it be an exception or the beginning of a new trend? Meanwhile, users will have to choose between continuing their game or starting over from scratch, a decision many consider unnecessary in 2025.
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