Square Enix revealed Dragon Quest RPG: The Cursed Tree and the Chosen Isle on November 10 and opened applications for its first closed beta. The turn-based adventure is planned for a global iOS and Android release in 2027, with some regions excluded. Square Enix’s Japanese announcement describes it as free to play with optional item purchases.
How to apply for the December test
The official closed beta application page is accepting applications through November 23 at 14:59 UTC. That is 10:59 p.m. in Taiwan and 11:59 p.m. in Japan. Square Enix plans to run the test from December 8 to 15 and has set aside 25,000 places. It will use a lottery if there are more applicants than spots.
Applicants must be at least 18, and selected iOS players will need TestFlight. Check the device requirements before applying and choose the operating system you will actually use. The site lists an iPhone 11 or later with iOS 15 and 4 GB of RAM as the minimum for iOS. Its Android minimum includes Android 9, a 64-bit device, Snapdragon 855 or better and 6 GB of RAM.
The publisher will announce exact test hours separately. Beta saves will not transfer to the full game, so players can treat the week as a chance to try the controls and see how the new systems fit together.
Exploration, commands and a base to develop
Square Enix describes a loop of exploring maps, taking on monsters through turn-based commands and bringing the rewards back to develop a base. Combat includes fast strike skills and pep powers. The studio is developing the game with WFS, also known as Wright Flyer Studios.
The reveal shows how the new entry is adapting Dragon Quest’s familiar exploration and command battles to phones. Players interested in trying those systems can apply for the test now. The official game site lists 2027 for the full release, with a specific launch date still to come.
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