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  • Summary: The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky, a story-driven RPG that took off as the landmark first installment of the beloved Trails series, is receiving a full remake!

    The Liberl Kingdom, where the adventure takes place, is brought to life in stunning 3D, with refined designs for all
    The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky, a story-driven RPG that took off as the landmark first installment of the beloved Trails series, is receiving a full remake!

    The Liberl Kingdom, where the adventure takes place, is brought to life in stunning 3D, with refined designs for all characters including the headstrong and charming Estelle and the cool-headed and mysterious Joshua.

    Enjoy seamless transitions between two battle modes: field action and turn-based combat. The remake also features dynamic showcases of each character's special abilities (Crafts) and elemental magic (Arts), delivering exhilarating battle experiences.
    While retaining the picturesque charm of Liberl, the game offers various quests and extensive side content, allowing players to immerse themselves in the journey through the kingdom from a fresh perspective.

    Estelle and Joshua embark on a journey across the Liberl Kingdom, spurred by the mysterious disappearance of their father, Cassius.

    Meet new allies, experience heartfelt farewells, and uncover the fate that awaits the two at the end of their journey...
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  1. Positive: 33 out of 34
  2. Negative: 0 out of 34
  1. 95
    There is just something magical about the effort brought into the remake of Trails in the Sky. You can just see that it was made with love and care by people who understand just how special the original Trails in the Sky was. Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter is a must-have for anyone who enjoyed the franchise and all the RPG lovers in the world.
  2. Sep 26, 2025
    95
    Whether you’re a long-time fan of the franchise or a complete newcomer, Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter is a must-play for fans of RPGs.
  3. Sep 19, 2025
    90
    (Re)discovering a production as massive as Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter with a remake of this quality? Bingo!
  4. 90
    Trials in the Sky 1st Chapter is an excellent remaster. Yes, you’ll probably want to switch off the US voiceovers and some of the plot exposition can be a bit cliched and longwinded, but the combat and mechanics are solid. Graphically sumptuous with lovely music, we look forward to many hours more from FC.
  5. Sep 26, 2025
    88
    Trails in the Sky: 1st Chapter blew me away. I’ve always wanted to play more of the Trails series, but, as a console preferer, have seen the PC versions of the Trails in the Sky trilogy as a barrier. This remake has a wonderful world and narrative. It’s action/ turn-based hybrid combat system is incredibly fun to play. My only major complaints are that there are so many terms specific to this game, and so many needless menus early on, that it takes way too much time to realize how familiar the systems are. Trails in the Sky: 1st Chapter is a must-play for JRPG fans. Bring on the 2nd Chapter, because I can’t wait to see where this story goes!
  6. Sep 19, 2025
    85
    Falcom has had a successful run with Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter! By giving itself the means to achieve its ambitions, the Japanese studio delivers an ideal remake to discover its flagship franchise. Thanks to an excellent combat system, polished graphics, and above all, a successful French translation, the first adventures of Estelle and Joshua are more captivating and accessible than ever. And while the story is driven by a fascinating universe and endearing characters, we can still criticize that it takes a while to get going and suffers from some lengths. Now, we can't wait to discover the remake of the next episode, which is considered one of the best installments in the saga and is already in the pipeline...
  7. Oct 7, 2025
    70
    Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter might well prove to be the start of something great, but it's a pretty slow start. If you do have the patience to sit through the game's endless exposition, there's a colorful and charming world to explore and plenty of entertaining battles to be fought.

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