4 JRPGs are coming out in February and they aren't just retreading old ground

The new year is already in full swing and February looks set to be an even busier month for gamers. Apart from highly anticipated horror releases like Resident Evil Requiem and ReanimateJRPG fans were also treated pretty well in the coming month with 4 substantial games coming out. Although none of the JRPGs released in February 2026 are brand new experiences, titles like Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined, Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, Ys X: Current Nordicsand Tales of Berseria Remastered all offer plenty of welcome content that should tide fans of the genre over a bit.

While largely a crop of remakes, remasters, and ports, the February 2026 JRPG series delves into some iconic franchises and brings a slew of new content for newcomers and veterans alike to enjoy. In certain cases, this release will be the first time some players will have full access to the game, such as Rune Factory: Guardians of Azumawhich until now was only available on Nintendo consoles and PC. Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined kicks off a month of JRPG releases, but that's not the only reason fans of the genre have to be excited.

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The JRPG will be released in February 2026

Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined (PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, PC) – February 5th
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma (XSX/S, PS5) – February 13
Ys X: Current Nordics (PC, Switch 2, PS5) – February 20
Tales of Berseria Remastered (PS5, PC, Switch, XSX/S) – February 27th

Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined explores the classic JRPG from a new perspective

The Dragon Quest series has seen several remakes over the past few years, with the original trilogy receiving HD-2D remakes in the form of Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D remake in 2024 a Dragon Quest 1 + 2 HD-2D Remake in 2025. Now Dragon Quest 7 is consistent with a complete transformation Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined. Unlike these other titles though Dragon Quest 7 it will not be remastered in HD-2D art style and will instead adopt a fully 3D diorama art style with HD textures and lighting.

Originally released on the PlayStation 1, Dragon Quest 7 could have been a candidate for an HD-2D remake with its original pixel art style, but it already saw one 3DS remake in 2013 that brought the game to 3D. Based on this version, Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined it retains much of the same gameplay and story, but includes new gameplay elements such as the Vocational Perks system and the Moonlight mechanic, which allows characters to have two professions at once.

3DS version Dragon Quest 7 can no longer be purchased from the eShop as it has been shut down Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined a far more affordable option for players.

Released: February 5, 2026
ESRB: All 10+ / Comic Book Mischief, Fantasy Violence, Mild Gore, Mild Expressions, Mild Themes, Use of Alcohol

Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma breaks free from Nintendo console exclusivity

Although Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma was technically available from June 2025, was a Nintendo console exclusive, and was even the launch title for the Nintendo Switch 2. However, this console exclusivity ends in February 2026, when Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma is coming to PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, giving those players access to the game for the first time ever. The game also released a PC version at launch, so it was never really exclusive to Nintendo.

The Rune Factory the series is not a traditional JRPG, although it features familiar JRPG action combat mechanics. Instead, it combines these combat features with farming and life-sim game mechanics such as Stardew Valley and Harvest Moon create a mix of cozy gameplay broken up by battles against corrupted monsters trying to attack the village that players are working hard to rebuild. No word yet on whether Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma will hit Game Pass at launch, but even being available for purchase on Xbox is a win for the console's growing library of JRPGs.

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Released: June 5, 2025
ESRB: Teen violence/fantasy, language, mild themes, alcohol use
Developers: Amazing

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Another example of a game that has already been released but is back with new content for a better experience is Ys X: Current Nordics. Ys X: Nordics was originally released back in 2024 and players can access this original version on PS4, PS5, PC and Switch. Now, Ys X: Current Nordics takes the core gameplay experience and dials it up a notch to create the definitive experience for fans of the franchise.

Main claim to fame Ys X: Current Nordics is a brand new story woven into the narrative of the original game. Players can now travel to the island of Oland and experience a parallel story that features new characters, Canute and Astrid. Along with this new story content Proud Nordics it also comes with substantial graphical improvements, including a 120 FPS mode for Switch 2 and all the DLC from the original release.

The only downside Ys X: Current Nordics is that it doesn't offer an upgrade path for players who own the original version, meaning they'll have to pay full price to gain access Proud Nordics'new content.

Released: October 25, 2024
ESRB: T For Teen // Blood, language, violence
Developers: Nihon Falcom, PH3 GmbH
Publishers: NIS America, Clouded Leopard Entertainment

Tales of Berseria Remastered gives the fan favorite a fresh coat of paint

The month of February ends with the release of a JRPG remaster Fairy tales favorite series item Tales of Berseria Remastered. Bandai Namco's long-running JRPG franchise has been given new life in recent years with numerous remasters as part of the series' 30th anniversary remaster project. The games that have been remastered so far include Stories of the symphony, Tales of Graces fand Stories of Xillie.

Originally released in 2016, Tales of Berseria it still holds up pretty well today. However, this remaster aims to improve the game's quality-of-life features, such as 20% faster character movement, simplified item acquisition, helpful indicators on the minimap, and more. In addition to addressing these quality of life issues Tales of Berseria Remastered it will also include all DLC from the original release.