Why Is Dragon Quest So Beloved?

With the release of Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake, we decided to dedicate an episode to the enduring legacy of the Dragon Quest series. Why do fans love it? What makes it feel like "JRPG comfort food?" And will it ever really "change" in the way so many fans fear it could?

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