There are a few reasons why the Dragon Quest series may not be as popular in America compared to Final Fantasy:
1. Lack of Marketing: The Dragon Quest series has not received the same level of marketing and promotion as Final Fantasy in North America. Square Enix, the publisher of both series, has historically focused its marketing efforts on Final Fantasy. This may be due to Dragon Quest's stronger popularity in Japan.
2. Cultural Differences: The Dragon Quest series draws heavily on traditional Japanese RPG tropes, which may not resonate as well with a North American audience. In contrast, Final Fantasy has evolved into a more global appeal while still maintaining its Japanese roots.
3. Timing: The early installments of the Dragon Quest series were released in North America in the late 80s and early 90s, which was a period where RPGs were not as popular in the West. This initial lack of popularity may have caused the series to fall behind Final Fantasy in terms of cultural impact and market share.
Despite these factors, the Dragon Quest series still has a devoted fanbase in North America and has received critical acclaim for its quality storytelling, engaging gameplay, and memorable characters.
Why is the Dragon Quest sieries not popular in america? Final fantasy is, but DQ came out before, so i still dont understand why its not popular
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i guess that would make sense
Yes, the reasons for Dragon Quest's lack of popularity in America compared to Final Fantasy are complex, and there may be other factors at play as well. Nonetheless, both series have their strengths and appeal to different audiences. The most important thing is that fans of JRPGs have access to both series and can enjoy them according to their individual preferences.
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