Lunar Remaster Unveils Debut Date

The highly anticipated Lunar Remastered Collection is launching April 18th! This duology, developed by Game Arts and published by GungHo Online Entertainment, brings the first two Lunar games to modern consoles and PC. Expect updated visuals, a re-recorded soundtrack, and numerous quality-of-life improvements.

Key Features & Platforms:

• Release Date: April 18th
• Platforms: PS4, Xbox One, Switch, PC (Steam), with PS5 and Xbox Series X/S compatibility. Physical copies will be available in select North American and European stores.
• Game Enhancements: Fully voiced dialogue (Japanese and English), new French and German subtitles, widescreen support, enhanced pixel art, high-definition cutscenes, a classic mode (recreating the original PS1-era visuals), faster combat, and auto-battle options.

The collection includes Lunar: The Silver Star and Lunar: Eternal Blue, beloved JRPGs originally released for the Sega CD in 1992 and 1994 respectively. These titles later received PlayStation and Sega Saturn remakes. The remastered versions build upon this legacy with modern conveniences while retaining the charm of the originals. The inclusion of speed-up combat and auto-battle reflects a trend in modern JRPG remasters, seen in titles like Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake and the upcoming Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster.

The success of the Grandia HD Collection, a previous collaboration between Game Arts and GungHo Online Entertainment, suggests a positive outlook for the Lunar Remastered Collection. However, the ultimate financial performance remains to be seen. Regardless, the release marks another exciting revival of a classic JRPG series for a new generation of players.