GungHo Online Entertainment and Nihon Falcom have shared a promotional trailer for Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter, which is coming to Nintendo Switch.
This has seen the developer look to remake The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky, which was the first entry in what went on to become known as the Trails series.
The turn-based RPG was first released for PC before later going on to receive ports to the PlayStation Portable (PSP), PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita. Now reimagined for modern platforms, it will include brand-new English, German and French localisations, enhanced visuals and refined gameplay mechanics.
Set in the Liberl Kingdom, its story follows Estelle Bright and her adoptive brother, Joshua, as they begin their journey to become senior bracers. What starts as a simple mission grows into a battle against a mysterious organisation threatening their homeland. As they uncover hidden conspiracies, Estelle and Joshua face increasing dangers that test their courage and strengthen their bond.
It has been confirmed that Limited Run Games will produce a Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter Collector’s Edition, while a standard edition will be made available through Amazon ($59.99) in North America or Clear River Games (€59.99) in Europe.
The publisher has outlined the game’s key features, which include:
- Captivating World: Lose yourself in countless hours of adventure across Liberl as you progress through an elaborate storyline like no other. Every interaction is tailored to your unique progress in the game, from supporting characters all the way to NPCs!
- Modern Gameplay Mechanics: Experience seamless gameplay with the choice of traditional turn-based combat or all-new, real-time action combat, to suit your style of adventure.
- New Voiceovers in English and Japanese: Trails in the Sky characters come to life with brand new voiceovers in English and Japanese!
- Enhanced HD Visuals: Immerse yourself in the stunning world of Liberl, brought to life with vivid high-definition detail.
- Experience the story that redefined the JRPG genre and set the Trails series on its legendary path!
Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter will be released at retail and digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch worldwide on 19 September 2025.
