The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond The Horizon Announced for Nintendo Switch 2 Western Release

NIS America and Nihon Falcom have officially announced that The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond The Horizon will receive a localized western release on Nintendo Switch 2.

This exciting development marks another significant milestone for the acclaimed Trails series, which has been a cornerstone of the Japanese RPG landscape for more than two decades. The announcement was accompanied by a statement from Nihon Falcom president Toshihiro Kondo, who expressed his enthusiasm for bringing the latest chapter to a wider audience.

Kondo noted that with the capabilities of the Nintendo Switch 2, players can expect an upgraded and even more immersive experience.

He emphasized that this title will mark the very first appearance of a Trails game on the Nintendo Switch 2 platform and shared his high expectations for its performance and reception in the west.

Kondo encouraged fans to look forward to the launch. As with previous entries, The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond The Horizon will be available as a Limited Edition through the NIS Online Store in both Europe and North America.

The special package contains exclusive collectibles, including an art book, SteelBook case, mini soundtrack, and a distinctive “Grim Timekeeper” Acrylic Clock, making it a must-have for dedicated fans of the series. The narrative centers on Van Arkride and the Arkride Solutions team as they face monumental challenges threatening the future of the Zemurian continent.

The publisher describes the story as a high-stakes adventure, where Zemuria braces for humanity’s inaugural journey into space.

Van, Ashen Chevalier Rean Schwarzer, and Father Kevin Graham join forces after receiving an unexpected invitation from the mysterious Marduk Corporation, setting them on a path to uncover secrets at the heart of their world.

According to the publisher, though their journeys may diverge, the central mystery draws all heroes toward the same horizon—asking what truly lies beyond it. NIS America has highlighted several key gameplay features for Trails Beyond The Horizon: - All Trails Lead Here: The interconnected stories of characters from across Zemuria culminate in the final chapter of the Trails saga, raising the stakes to unprecedented heights. - Gameplay, Evolved: Newly introduced mechanics like Shard Commands, Awakening, and the time-freezing Z.O.C.

system broaden combat options across both Field and Command Battle modes. - Dream Teams: Players can assemble custom parties from allies throughout Calvard and beyond to face the notorious Ouroboros in the challenging Grim Garten dungeon. The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond The Horizon is scheduled for worldwide release in January 2026, both physically at retail and digitally via the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.

This launch is poised to be a landmark moment not only for the Trails franchise but for RPG fans across the globe, signaling the beginning of a new era on Nintendo’s next-generation hardware.

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