The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure

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User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 25 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 25
  3. Negative: 3 out of 25
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  1. Gwyndolin
    Mar 20, 2023
    10
    Widely recognized as the peak of Trails series, and I couldn't agree more despite it not being my personal favorite (that would be Sky: SC) because the writing is top-notch and the music is freaking DOPE.

    Now, do you need to play the games before it (Sky Trilogy, Trails from Zero) to get the most out of it? Preferably, yes. But you should play those games anyway because those are also    Widely recognized as the peak of Trails series, and I couldn't agree more despite it not being my personal favorite (that would be Sky: SC) because the writing is top-notch and the music is freaking DOPE.

    Now, do you need to play the games before it (Sky Trilogy, Trails from Zero) to get the most out of it? Preferably, yes. But you should play those games anyway because those are also phenomenal games in their own right.    … Expand
  2. magicman420
    Apr 1, 2023
    10
    Gotta love Falcom! this is the definitive version of Trails to Azure, another chapter in one of the greatest story telling franchises out there, it’s so great how anyone can experience these games now that they’ve been mostly localized, a classic with amazing music and an amazing story.
  3. Maradum
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    Trails to Azure is the 2nd and last game in the Crossbell duology and makes this part of the Trails series to the best it ever was. The Crossbell series delivers an amazing story, both political and supernatural, while having some of the most memorable and interesting characters. The SSS around Lloyd Bannings becomes like a 2nd family to you and each of the members feels like a friend.Trails to Azure is the 2nd and last game in the Crossbell duology and makes this part of the Trails series to the best it ever was. The Crossbell series delivers an amazing story, both political and supernatural, while having some of the most memorable and interesting characters. The SSS around Lloyd Bannings becomes like a 2nd family to you and each of the members feels like a friend.

    Trails to Azures story starts shortly after the end of Zeros, picks up many of the story lines, while further crafting the world of Zemuria. The story, characters and world building are by far the strongest part of the game, while being some of the best in RPG history.

    The gameplay mostly stays the same, the only major update is the addition of master quartz and new duo special crafts, that your team members can perform. The enhanced edition we get here also provides speed up options, which can be very useful for grinding or going through basic monster encounters.

    The only downsides of the game are that it has – as almost all Trails games – a very slow start. It takes its time to explain the world, let the characters live their daily lives, which can be a problem for many players. Furthermore, some of the side quests are rather hidden and can be easily missed. There is also a final bonding event with each character of the SSS, but in a regular playthrough you can only see one of these – but all of them give huge character development, hence it is a bad decision that important story bits/character information cant be seen unless you reload the save/do multiple playthroughs    … Expand
  4. GameforGamers
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    THE LEGEND OF HEROES: TRAILS TO AZURE is one of the most enjoyable RPGs of the year. It has a great story, with a captivating cast of characters and a unique setting. The battles are intense and the strategy involved in battles is rewarding. The artwork is gorgeous and the soundtrack is beautiful. The various side quests add to the overall experience and the game is full of secrets toTHE LEGEND OF HEROES: TRAILS TO AZURE is one of the most enjoyable RPGs of the year. It has a great story, with a captivating cast of characters and a unique setting. The battles are intense and the strategy involved in battles is rewarding. The artwork is gorgeous and the soundtrack is beautiful. The various side quests add to the overall experience and the game is full of secrets to uncover. In addition, the game is incredibly replayable, with new game plus content unlocking after completion. Overall, THE LEGEND OF HEROES: TRAILS TO AZURE is a must-play for any RPG fan.… Expand

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86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. Universo Nintendo
    May 8, 2023
    90
    Trails To Azure, alongside Trails from Zero, are two of the best turn based RPGs that I ever played and thanks to its great narrative and characters, both titles create an adventure that it’s truly unforgettable. Both titles are a slow burn, carefully constructing its narrative and the payoff makes it truly worthwhile.
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  2. WellPlayed
    Apr 24, 2023
    80
    With writing this outstanding and characters this endearing, Zero fans get a satisfying conclusion to the Crossbell saga minus the sense of déjà vu.
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  3. Gaming Age
    Apr 12, 2023
    91
    The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure is a fantastic RPG, and is something I’d easily recommend checking out. Just keep in mind that this is very much a sequel to Trails from Zero, and I’d strongly suggest giving that first entry in the series a go before tackling this one, even if I think you can kind of pick up on core gameplay elements and story beats after a few hours of commitment. Provided you’re willing to spend the time to check out both titles, I think you’ll be pretty happy with the overall result.
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