The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon Announced for Nintendo Switch with Fall 2025 Release

NIS America has officially announced that The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon is coming to Nintendo Switch, targeting a Fall 2025 release.

This highly anticipated RPG was previously released in Japan in September 2024 for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, marking the next major entry in the acclaimed Calvard Arc of the long-running Trails series. Renowned for its rich narrative and intricate world-building, the Trails franchise has established a dedicated fanbase worldwide.

The upcoming Trails Beyond the Horizon continues this legacy, inviting players to experience the final chapter where paths from across Zemuria converge, bringing the stakes to unprecedented heights. Alongside the standard digital release via the Nintendo eShop, NIS America has also confirmed a limited physical collector's edition.

Fans can anticipate exclusive items, including an art book, a mini soundtrack, a collector's steelbook case, and the unique 'Grim Timekeeper' acrylic clock, all housed within a meticulously crafted collector’s box designed to delight series enthusiasts. The ongoing momentum of The Legend of Heroes series, especially in the West, is noteworthy.

Over the past year, Trails Through Daybreak and its sequel, Trails Through Daybreak II, were both successfully localized for Western audiences on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation platforms.

Industry reviewers have noted that, even if the sequel did not surpass the fresh impact of its predecessor, it still delivered a solid experience that series fans continue to celebrate. Trails Beyond the Horizon introduces evolved gameplay mechanics that further expand the series’ tactical depth.

According to the official announcement, new features such as Shard Commands, Awakening, and the time-freezing Z.O.C.

provide players with unprecedented flexibility in both Field and Command Battles.

In addition, the Grim Garten dungeon enables gamers to assemble dream teams by recruiting allies from across Calvard and beyond, uniting to challenge the enigmatic Ouroboros organization. While there has been no official confirmation regarding a dedicated Nintendo Switch 2 version, NIS America has assured that The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon will be fully compatible with the next-generation Nintendo hardware through backwards compatibility, ensuring accessibility for all Switch owners. The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon stands as a testament to Nihon Falcom and NIS America's commitment to delivering high-quality JRPG experiences.

With its blend of strategic combat, compelling storytelling, and meticulously crafted collector’s edition, the Fall 2025 launch on Nintendo Switch is poised to become a major milestone for fans of both the Trails franchise and Japanese role-playing games.

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