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Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter review

System: Switch 2, Switch (reviewed)
Release date: October 9, 2025
Developer: Nihon Falcom
Publisher: GungHo Online Entertainment

It’s safe to say at this point that Falcom’s beautifully interwoven Trails series is a hit among RPG players. Trails in the Sky originally saw release in 2004 in Japan, but wouldn’t arrive for western audiences until 2011, a full seven years and four games later, be mindful. In a series of games that is currently thirteen titles long, Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter arrives at a pivotal point. We have a jump in graphics, a rehash of mechanics, and plenty of beefy consoles to experience it on. Does the game play well on the original Nintendo Switch? Does the game hold up to the original experience?

Falcom has just announced an update for Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter. We weren’t given an exact release date yet on the update, but it should be releasing very soon.

Although this update was released amongst all versions, a hefty amount of focus was place on the Nintendo Switch 2 version. One of the major additions to the game is the option to play in quality mode or performance mode on the Nintendo Switch 2.

You can see the full rundown of additions and changes below:

Going along with the launch of Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter, Falcom and GungHo have issued a launch trailer. This offers another look at the RPG remake.

As a reminder, here’s what to expect:

GungHo has just released a new trailer for Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter featuring the game’s combat system and various animations. This title will be making its way to Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 on September 19, 2025.

Here’s an overview to refresh you on the game:

Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter demo

GungHo and Falcom just announced a Nintendo Switch 2 version and demo for Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter. The opening movie is also in.

The Nintendo Switch 2 version will only be available digitally. However, it will feature a higher frame rate and resolution compared to the Nintendo Switch release, along with faster loading times. There are also plans for an Upgrade Pass for those looking to move up from Nintendo Switch to Switch 2.

GungHo has been pumping out support for Ninjala for a few years now, but it looks like support has come to an end.

Season 21 just launched this week. According to GungHo, it will “last indefinitely.” The decision was made so that the company can “provide all Ninjala users with an enjoyable experience and stable service over the long term”.

May 7: GungHo and Falcom have announced that Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter has locked in a release date of September 19, 2025.  Alongside the release date, more of the Japanese voice cast was detailed in this week’s Famitsu magazine.

The turn-based RPG was originally announced in a 2024 as The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky the 1st, and is a remake of 2004’s The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky. This will mark the game’s first appearance on a Nintendo console and will include fully voice-acted cutscenes in English and Japanese, various changes to the gameplay, and a fully 3D art style.

Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter Tita Russell, Zin Vathek

Two more character trailers for Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter have dropped, and for today’s update, we have looks at Tita Russell and Zin Vathek. They are voiced by Brianna Knickerbocker and Vic Chao respectively.

Here’s some information about both:

Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter Steelbook Edition, Bracer Edition, Deluxe Edition

GungHo today unveiled not one, but two special physical releases for Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter with the Steelbook Edition annd Bracer Edition. The former is planned for launch day while the latter will be delivered between November 15 and December 15 (the game and Steelbook Edition contents included with it will be shipped separately to arrive by launch day).

North American fans can pre-order the special editions through Limited Run Games. Those in Europe can reserve the Standard Edition and Collector’s Edition through Clear River Games and other major retailers.

Here’s what’s included in both versions:

April 18: GungHo has uploaded a brand new launch trailer for Lunar Remastered Collection. Along with Lunar: Silver Star Story Complete, you’re getting Lunar 2: Eternal Blue Complete.

Learn more about the collection via the following overview:


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