Dragon Quest Swords ships on February 26 @ Gaming Target

Written by John Scalzo on December 10, 2007

News: Release date announced for the first Dragon Quest game on the Wii.

Square-Enix has announced that the first-person sword-and-spells RPG Dragon Quest Swords: The Masked Queen and the Tower of Mirrors will ship for the Wii on February 26. The game, which was originally scheduled as a launch title, will be the first game in the Dragon Quest series to appear on the Wii.

For those that may have forgotten what Dragon Quest Swords is all about, here's a reminder:

Story
Five years have passed since the defeat of the Deathbringer, and the kingdom of Avalonia joyously celebrates what seems to be an everlasting era of peace. However, a closer look reveals that things are amiss. Calamity arises within the kingdom, as unfamiliar and powerful monsters invade the outskirts of town. With the Deathbringer gone, what explanation is there for the onset of these monsters? And what of the queen, who has come to hide her face behind a strange mask? Make your way through the perilous journey, solve the baffling mysteries and return order to Avalonia.

Features

Delve into an unforgettable gaming experience, created by the "big three" -- a team comprised of series creator Yuji Horii, legendary manga artist Akira Toriyama and renowned composer Koichi Sugiyama.

Show off your swordsmanship, block enemy attacks, and use special skills, all through the simple and intuitive use of the Wii Remote!

Combine materials to personalize your sword, allowing you to engage in battles unique to your customized abilities and powers.

Experience an epic adventure in the world of Dragon Quest, rendered through stunning visuals and a powerful soundtrack delivered by famed game music composers Manami Matsumae and Koichi Sugiyama.

Take on the challenges presented by all-new features for the North American release, including a "Payback Mode" and four hidden bosses!

We'll have more soon.