The iconic Tales of series from Bandai Namco has earned a devoted following for its action-driven combat, memorable characters, and engaging storytelling.
Across decades and hardware generations, the Japanese RPG franchise has spanned titles from the Super Famicom to modern platforms like the Nintendo Switch and continues to be a mainstay in the genre.
Now, fans can look forward to even more opportunities to revisit beloved classics, as series general producer Yusuke Tomizawa has officially confirmed the company's plans to remaster earlier entries in the franchise. Speaking recently, Yusuke Tomizawa shared that the Tales of development team is preparing to shift focus from newer installments in the series to its wide library of classic titles.
According to Tomizawa, remasters will not be restricted to the order in which the original games were released.
Instead, the selection process for future remasters is being guided by practical considerations, most notably the feasibility of the project and the availability of the original source code.
"When planning new remasters, we have to look at which titles are possible to bring forward, rather than simply following release chronology," Tomizawa stated lyrically.
This approach comes as Bandai Namco has seen significant success with recent remastered and definitive editions in the Tales of series.
Titles such as Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition achieved strong sales and positive reception on platforms like Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.
The decision to prioritize technical viability means that some fan-favorite classics might be remastered sooner than others, depending on the condition of their source material and development assets. The Tales of franchise, which debuted in 1995 with Tales of Phantasia, has released over 17 mainline games and countless spin-offs.
The franchise reached new global audiences with the Nintendo Switch eShop, where accessibility and demand for classic RPGs continue to grow.
Bandai Namco's steadfast commitment to quality remasters ensures that newer generations of players—as well as longtime fans—will have the chance to experience these adventures, now enhanced for modern hardware. While specific titles and release dates for upcoming Tales of remasters have yet to be announced, Tomizawa's comments underline a clear intent to celebrate the series’ rich history.
For now, fans can look forward to expanded access as more Tales of games make their way to current platforms, promising a bright future for one of Japan's most celebrated RPG legacies.
Across decades and hardware generations, the Japanese RPG franchise has spanned titles from the Super Famicom to modern platforms like the Nintendo Switch and continues to be a mainstay in the genre.
Now, fans can look forward to even more opportunities to revisit beloved classics, as series general producer Yusuke Tomizawa has officially confirmed the company's plans to remaster earlier entries in the franchise. Speaking recently, Yusuke Tomizawa shared that the Tales of development team is preparing to shift focus from newer installments in the series to its wide library of classic titles.
According to Tomizawa, remasters will not be restricted to the order in which the original games were released.
Instead, the selection process for future remasters is being guided by practical considerations, most notably the feasibility of the project and the availability of the original source code.
"When planning new remasters, we have to look at which titles are possible to bring forward, rather than simply following release chronology," Tomizawa stated lyrically.
This approach comes as Bandai Namco has seen significant success with recent remastered and definitive editions in the Tales of series.
Titles such as Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition achieved strong sales and positive reception on platforms like Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.
The decision to prioritize technical viability means that some fan-favorite classics might be remastered sooner than others, depending on the condition of their source material and development assets. The Tales of franchise, which debuted in 1995 with Tales of Phantasia, has released over 17 mainline games and countless spin-offs.
The franchise reached new global audiences with the Nintendo Switch eShop, where accessibility and demand for classic RPGs continue to grow.
Bandai Namco's steadfast commitment to quality remasters ensures that newer generations of players—as well as longtime fans—will have the chance to experience these adventures, now enhanced for modern hardware. While specific titles and release dates for upcoming Tales of remasters have yet to be announced, Tomizawa's comments underline a clear intent to celebrate the series’ rich history.
For now, fans can look forward to expanded access as more Tales of games make their way to current platforms, promising a bright future for one of Japan's most celebrated RPG legacies.
