In a bit of a surprise, Square Enix has released a remastered version of the PlayStation 1 classic role-playing game (RPG) SaGa Frontier 2. The launch, which came out of nowhere, was announced during the latest Nintendo Direct showcase and surprised a great deal of fans. The remastered game is available for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PC via Steam, and iOS and Android mobile devices at $29.99.
A Short History of SaGa Frontier 2
SaGa Frontier 2 was released first in Japan (January 31, 1999), then in North America and PAL regions (February 29, 2000), part of Square Enix’s prestigious SaGa series. And though it’s not the international sensation that the Final Fantasy series became, it kept a loyal fandom especially in Japan. The game is well-known for its unique watercolor-art style that really made it stand out from other RPGs of its era.
Improvements in the Remastered Edition
This remastered version of SaGa Frontier 2 includes numerous significant improvements:
Visual Overhaul — The game’s distinct watercolor graphics have been elevated and look even more spectacular on modern screens.
And Now New: Players can get new storylines that didn’t exist from the original release.
New Playable: Fresh faces are part of the remaster, who can fight alongside players.
Combat System Updates: The combat system has been reworked for a more refined and balanced gameplay experience.
G RIDDLE WHERE): Ends up build encounter on all its real launch platforms — and looks forward.
Story Overview
SaGa Frontier 2 spins the stories of two main protagonists:
Gustave: Heir to an illustrious royal line, Gustave faces personal and political challenges that shape his evolution.
Wil: A young excavator by trade, Wil gets caught up in affairs that could threaten the balance of the world.
As players continue, the stories of Gustave and Wil converge, and become a bigger, singular tale.
Community Reception
The unexpected release has been embraced by both longtime fans and new adopters. Factoring in a console-type control scheme makes the whole thing feel less like a chore as it has historically been for those who wanted to revisit Ocarina of Time on a new system… This also describes representation: People discussing this — positively — in social media groups.
Conclusion
If you happened to be a fan of it back in the day, then Square Enix’s surprise release of SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered has no shortage of nostalgic value and the chance for new players to experience a classic RPG with modern benefits. And the multitude of platforms it’s available on guarantees that a broad audience can enjoy this newly reinvigorated gem.
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