Summary
- The Lunar Remastered Collection launches April 18th on PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC, with PS5 and Xbox Series X/S compatibility.
- The collection boasts fully voiced dialogue, a classic mode, and enhanced gameplay features like faster combat and auto-battle.
The Lunar Remastered Collection arrives April 18th, bringing the beloved RPG duology to modern consoles and PC. Developed by Game Arts and published by GungHo Online Entertainment, this release features updated graphics, a re-recorded soundtrack, and numerous quality-of-life improvements. The collection will be available on PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam, with compatibility for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Initially announced during a 2024 Sony State of Play, the remaster surprised and delighted many long-time JRPG fans. The original Lunar: The Silver Star debuted in 1992 for the Sega CD, followed by Lunar: Eternal Blue in 1994. Both received PlayStation and Sega Saturn remakes, but this new collection offers a modern update to these classics. The Sega Saturn versions are still considered among the best RPGs on the system, making this remaster highly anticipated.
GungHo Online Entertainment confirmed the April 18th launch date for PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC, with current-gen console compatibility. Physical copies will be available at select North American and European retailers. The remaster includes expected features like widescreen support, updated pixel art, and high-definition cutscenes. However, a classic mode allows players to experience the game with its original PS1-era visuals.
Lunar Remastered Collection Release Date
- April 18th: PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC (PS5 & Xbox Series X/S compatible)
Further enhancements include fully voiced dialogue in Japanese and English, with added French and German subtitles. Gameplay improvements include a combat speed-up option and streamlined auto-battle strategies. These quality-of-life additions, common in modern remasters of classic JRPGs (like Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake and the upcoming Suikoden I & II HD Remaster), are designed to enhance and accelerate combat.
The Lunar Remastered Collection continues the trend of bringing beloved JRPGs to modern platforms. While its commercial success remains to be seen, the positive reception of Game Arts and GungHo Online Entertainment's previous collaboration on the Grandia HD Collection suggests a potential for success.
