Square Enix has issued guidelines for early access players of Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined, releasing new restrictions on video content before the official launch on 2024-02-05. This request impacts those accessing the Digital Deluxe edition, which allows three hours of early gameplay.
Video Content Limitations
Players are specifically asked to declare any major plot details with spoiler warnings, especially after the Malign Shrine's Throne Room boss battle. Square Enix has forbidden the streaming or posting of videos and images exhibiting such content.
- Early access begins with the Digital Deluxe edition.
- Content sharing guidelines exclude boss battle footage.
- No edited content focusing solely on story or music is allowed.
Legal and Cultural Context
Japan's strict copyright laws play a significant role in Square Enix's policies. A relevant case from 2023 involved a Japanese YouTuber's arrest, showing tough enforcement of these regulations against unauthorized content sharing.
With these measures, Square Enix intends to protect story elements in the remake that both streamline and add to the original tale, despite acknowledging the difficulty of controlling spoilers online.
