I don't think there is a difference because of Enix. Dragon Quest games have still been great with Square coming into the picture. I think it has more to do with the talent pool shrinking dramatically.
Your second question is quite good. People grumble about Enix but what proof is there to back their disgruntlement. I hear those people talk about Enix but I never see anything on Enix. Maybe Enix is just a scapegoat some people can latch on w/o coming up with something better.
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