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Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter launch trailer – new remake on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
GungHo Online Entertainment and Nihon Falcom have released a launch trailer for The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC, a full remake of the beloved RPG. The game is now available on Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, featuring updated visuals, reorchestrated music, and new gameplay features.
Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter is such a perfect JRPG remake, it has me wishing for the Final Fantasy 7 Remake I…
The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC remake is praised as a near-perfect modernization of a classic JRPG, balancing faithfulness with new details. It offers a superior approach to remakes compared to titles like Final Fantasy 7 Remake, which the author feels diverges too much from its source material.
PS5 Remake of 2007 PSP RPG Launches to Stellar Reviews
The PlayStation 5 remake of the 2007 PSP RPG, The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky Second Chapter, has launched to critical acclaim. The game boasts high scores on Metacritic and OpenCritic, as well as a near-perfect player rating on the PlayStation Store. This release follows the successful remake of the first chapter and continues the story of Estelle and Joshua.
A 32-year-old JRPG classic that's only been released in English on PSP is being revived for modern consoles and PC…
Neowiz is reviving the 1994 JRPG The Legend of Heroes 3: The White Witch for PC and consoles, with an updated adaptation planned. This classic title, previously only officially localized in English for the PlayStation Portable, will be released under its original Japanese naming convention. The publisher aims to recapture the emotional experience of the original while appealing to both new and returning players.
A remake of a 20-year-old cult JRPG is now the best-rated game of 2026, pushing aside Resident Evil Requiem, Pokemon…
A remake of the 20-year-old cult JRPG, Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter, has become the best-rated game of 2026, surpassing major releases like Resident Evil Requiem and Pokemon Pokopia. The game has achieved high scores on Metacritic and OpenCritic, highlighting the growing popularity of Nihon Falcom's Trails series.
Review – The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero / Trails to Azure (PlayStation 5)
This review covers the PlayStation 5 versions of The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero and The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure, which are remasters of PSP titles. The games are praised for their engaging narratives, charming characters, and excellent music, though the graphics are noted as simplistic due to their origins. The combat system is tactical, and features like high-speed mode and Master Quartz are highlighted. While Trails to Azure is a direct sequel to Trails from Zero, both are recommended for their deep worldbuilding and storytelling.
Nihon Falcom president says Steam and Nintendo Switch have largest portion of new players
Nihon Falcom president Toshihiro Kondo stated in an interview that Steam and the Nintendo Switch are bringing in the largest portion of new players to the company's games. He also touched on the company's future success.
The Biggest New Game Releases Of September 2026
September 2026 is set to be a packed month for new game releases across PC and consoles, with many major titles aiming to avoid the shadow of Grand Theft Auto 6. Highlights include new entries in established franchises like Onimusha and Fire Emblem, alongside anticipated new titles such as Marvel's Wolverine and Silent Hill: Townfall.
The 19 most exciting video game releases of September 2026
September 2026 is set to be a massive month for video game releases, with over a dozen highly anticipated titles launching across various platforms. The month features new entries in established franchises like Onimusha and Fire Emblem, alongside promising new IPs such as Crimson Moon and Orbitals. Notable releases include Marvel's Wolverine, Dune: Awakening, and the full console launch of Valheim.
Play 2026 PS5 Remake of Popular RPG Free via PlayStation Store
A free demo for the PlayStation 5 remake of Nihon Falcom's RPG, The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky Second Chapter, is now available on the PlayStation Store. Developed by Nihon Falcom and published by GungHo Online Entertainment, the demo allows players to experience the first chapter of the game, with progress carrying over to the full release on September 17.
Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter gets Nintendo Switch demo, opening movie
A demo for The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC is now available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Steam, featuring the game's opening movie. Players can carry over their progress from the demo to the full game, which launches on September 17, 2026. The game follows Estelle's journey to find Joshua and confront the Enforcers of Ouroboros.
Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter 1.07 “Legacy Patch” update out now, patch notes
GungHo Online Entertainment and Nihon Falcom have released version 1.07, the 'Legacy Patch,' for The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky on Nintendo Switch. This update aligns terminology and pronunciations with later entries in the Trails series to improve player transition, and also includes fixes for grammar, dialogue flow, and bug issues.
2025 PS5 Remake of Beloved PSP RPG Half Price on PlayStation Store
A remake of the beloved PSP RPG, The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky, is currently 50% off on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5. The game, originally released in 2004 and remade for current-gen platforms, is available for $29.99 until July 30, 2026. This single-player title does not require PlayStation Plus, though PS Plus Premium members can cloud stream it.
Famitsu review scores – July 12, 2026 – first scores for Kyoto Xanadu, Culdcept Begins
Famitsu has released its review scores for the week of July 12, 2026, featuring new titles like Kyoto Xanadu and Culdcept Begins. Kyoto Xanadu received scores of 9/8/8/9, while Culdcept Begins scored 9/8/8/8. Other reviewed games include EA Sports UFC 6 and Echoes of Aincrad.
GungHo Online Entertainment Brings Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet to Anime Expo 2026
GungHo Online Entertainment America announced its lineup for Anime Expo 2026, featuring the first public demo of Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet. The game, launching exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 in Spring 2027, will showcase its open-world evolution of the original's PvP combat with co-op dungeons and boss battles. Attendees can also win prizes and purchase merchandise related to Ninjala 2, Trails in the Sky, and Puzzle & Dragons.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero and Trails to Azure launch for PS5 and Switch 2 in September
NIS America has announced that The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero and The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure will launch on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on September 10, 2026. These enhanced versions of the Crossbell duology feature technical improvements such as 4K resolution and 120 FPS support, alongside new gameplay options.
Vampire Survivors has a free content expansion, plus a Legacy of the Bloodmoon DLC in Summer 2026
Developer poncle has released a free content update for Vampire Survivors, version 1.15, which includes major quality-of-life improvements, new content like stages and characters, and various tweaks. Additionally, the 'Legacy of the Bloodmoon' DLC was announced for Summer 2026, serving as an expansion to 'Legacy of the Moonspell'. poncle also revealed plans for a new studio in Japan headed by Sawaki Takeyasu and a lineup of 'Survivaton' games.
Kyoto Xanadu gets new trailer showcasing Rurui
Nihon Falcom has released a new trailer for Kyoto Xanadu, featuring the main character Rurui, voiced by Aoi Koga. The trailer showcases the game's unique 2D x 3D battle system and daily life simulation elements. Kyoto Xanadu is set to launch on July 16th in Japan and Asia for PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5, with a western release planned.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero's soundtrack coming to vinyl — MP3s & NPCs
The soundtrack for Nihon Falcom's The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero, including a Super Arrange Version, will be released on vinyl by Streaming Arrow Records in Q1 2027. This news follows the announcement of upcoming PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch ports for the game, which originally released in Japan in 2010 and North America in 2022.
Nihon Falcom's The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero Vinyl Announced
Streaming Arrow Records has announced pre-orders for the first-ever vinyl releases of The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero Original Soundtrack and its Super Arrange Version. The releases, in partnership with Nihon Falcom, include a 5xLP original soundtrack and a 2xLP live-band arrangement, with shipping expected in Q1 2027. This announcement coincides with a recently revealed Nintendo Switch re-issue of the game.