The renowned Tales of series, developed by Bandai Namco, is celebrating an impressive 30 years as one of Japan's most beloved JRPG franchises.
Launched in 1995 with Tales of Phantasia, the series has consistently delivered memorable adventures that blend engaging narratives with dynamic, real-time battle systems.
Over the decades, Tales of titles have captivated players on platforms ranging from classic consoles to Nintendo Switch, establishing a rich legacy in the RPG genre. Commemorating this milestone, acclaimed Japanese studio Ufotable—known for its high-quality animation work in games and anime—has released the official 30th anniversary key artwork.
The illustration brings together several renowned protagonists from across the series, serving as a visual tribute to the franchise’s ongoing impact on the role-playing community.
Ufotable has long been a close collaborator with Bandai Namco on the Tales of series, contributing animated cutscenes to titles such as Tales of Zestiria and Tales of Berseria, and the studio’s anniversary artwork underscores the importance of this artistic partnership. In a statement accompanying the artwork’s unveiling, Bandai Namco highlighted the significance of this milestone, acknowledging both the dedication of the development teams and the unwavering support from the global Tales of fanbase over three decades.
The company reaffirmed its commitment to delivering compelling adventures and continuing the series tradition of innovation and emotional storytelling. Looking towards the future, fans have even more to anticipate.
Bandai Namco has confirmed that a remastered edition of Tales of Berseria is slated for release next year.
Originally launched in 2016, Tales of Berseria received high praise for its dark narrative and unique protagonist, Velvet Crowe, establishing itself as a standout entry in the franchise.
The upcoming remaster will allow a new generation of players—especially those on Nintendo Switch—to experience the critically acclaimed story and refined combat that have made Berseria a fan favorite. As the Tales of series enters its fourth decade, it remains a pillar of the JRPG genre.
With the release of Ufotable’s stunning 30th anniversary artwork and the confirmation of the Tales of Berseria remaster, Bandai Namco continues to honor the legacy of its iconic franchise and cement its place in the ever-evolving landscape of role-playing games.
Launched in 1995 with Tales of Phantasia, the series has consistently delivered memorable adventures that blend engaging narratives with dynamic, real-time battle systems.
Over the decades, Tales of titles have captivated players on platforms ranging from classic consoles to Nintendo Switch, establishing a rich legacy in the RPG genre. Commemorating this milestone, acclaimed Japanese studio Ufotable—known for its high-quality animation work in games and anime—has released the official 30th anniversary key artwork.
The illustration brings together several renowned protagonists from across the series, serving as a visual tribute to the franchise’s ongoing impact on the role-playing community.
Ufotable has long been a close collaborator with Bandai Namco on the Tales of series, contributing animated cutscenes to titles such as Tales of Zestiria and Tales of Berseria, and the studio’s anniversary artwork underscores the importance of this artistic partnership. In a statement accompanying the artwork’s unveiling, Bandai Namco highlighted the significance of this milestone, acknowledging both the dedication of the development teams and the unwavering support from the global Tales of fanbase over three decades.
The company reaffirmed its commitment to delivering compelling adventures and continuing the series tradition of innovation and emotional storytelling. Looking towards the future, fans have even more to anticipate.
Bandai Namco has confirmed that a remastered edition of Tales of Berseria is slated for release next year.
Originally launched in 2016, Tales of Berseria received high praise for its dark narrative and unique protagonist, Velvet Crowe, establishing itself as a standout entry in the franchise.
The upcoming remaster will allow a new generation of players—especially those on Nintendo Switch—to experience the critically acclaimed story and refined combat that have made Berseria a fan favorite. As the Tales of series enters its fourth decade, it remains a pillar of the JRPG genre.
With the release of Ufotable’s stunning 30th anniversary artwork and the confirmation of the Tales of Berseria remaster, Bandai Namco continues to honor the legacy of its iconic franchise and cement its place in the ever-evolving landscape of role-playing games.
