Dragon Quest Turns 40, Fans and Creators Celebrate
The anniversary drew tributes from across the Japanese entertainment industry, showing the series' long reach beyond its own fanbase.
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May 27 marked the 40th anniversary of the Dragon Quest series. Creator Yuji Horii, former series director Jin Fujisawa, voice actors, and the official Final Fantasy account posted congratulations. The franchise began in 1986 with a command-based RPG that helped popularize the genre in Japan.
Dragon Quest turned 40 on May 27. The official Dragon Quest account marked the day with a post about the first game's release and its role in spreading the RPG genre in Japan. Creator Yuji Horii thanked fans and compared life to a role-playing game, writing that the path opens up if you keep gaining experience and never give up.
Former Dragon Quest series director Jin Fujisawa said he was involved in development for 17 of the 40 years and expressed renewed respect for Horii. The official Final Fantasy account also posted a congratulatory message. Voice actors and other creators shared their own tributes online.
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- Anime News Network Interest Happy Dragon Quest 40th Anniversary From Around the Anime World