The highly anticipated Lunar Remastered Collection is set to launch on April 18th, bringing the classic JRPG duology to modern platforms. Developed by Game Arts and published by GungHo Online Entertainment, this collection will be available on PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC (with PS5 and Xbox Series X/S compatibility).
This remaster offers a comprehensive update, featuring fully voiced dialogue in Japanese and English, along with newly added French and German subtitles. Players can enjoy enhanced visuals with widescreen support and renovated pixel art, complemented by high-definition cutscenes. For those seeking a nostalgic experience, a classic mode replicates the original PS1-era graphics. Further enhancing gameplay are quality-of-life improvements such as faster combat and auto-battle functionality.
The collection includes several features designed to streamline the experience, including a speed-up command for battles and improved party management for auto-battle. These additions, now common in remasters of older JRPGs (similar to Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake and the upcoming Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster), aim to modernize the gameplay without sacrificing the charm of the originals.
Physical copies will be available in select North American and European stores. The success of this remaster remains to be seen, but the positive reception of the Grandia HD Collection (a previous collaboration between Game Arts and GungHo Online Entertainment) suggests a promising outlook. The Lunar Remastered Collection marks another exciting revival of a beloved JRPG series for a new generation of gamers.
Key Features:
- Release Date: April 18th
- Platforms: PS4, Xbox One, Switch, PC (PS5 & Xbox Series X/S compatible)
- Features: Fully voiced dialogue (Japanese & English), classic mode, widescreen support, renovated pixel art, HD cutscenes, faster combat, auto-battle.
- Languages: Japanese, English (French & German subtitles)
