Japanese developer Nihon Falcom, renowned for its influential JRPG franchises, has officially set a new release target for the eagerly awaited Trails in the Sky Second Chapter.
According to Falcom’s latest financial report for the fiscal year that concluded in September 2025, the company now aims to have the acclaimed role-playing game ready for launch by September 2026.
This updated timeline offers a welcome surprise for longtime fans, as the schedule is earlier than many industry watchers had anticipated. Trails in the Sky Second Chapter, part of the celebrated The Legend of Heroes series, has earned critical acclaim since its original debut in Japan for its intricate storytelling, robust character development, and deep turn-based combat mechanics.
While the series has enjoyed widespread success on multiple platforms over the years, its arrival on newer hardware such as the Nintendo Switch has been a significant focus for both Falcom and publishing partner GungHo in recent years. The announcement was detailed in Falcom’s official financial documentation, where the company expressed confidence in meeting the September 2026 window for this pivotal sequel.
In a summary of the report, Falcom emphasized its "continuing commitment to delivering highly polished RPG experiences for a growing global audience," noting that the accelerated timetable for Trails in the Sky Second Chapter reflects both resources invested and the successful collaboration with key publishing partners, including GungHo. This development timeline is especially significant given the enduring popularity of the The Legend of Heroes saga and its increasing presence across digital marketplaces such as the Nintendo eShop.
The expanding library of classic JRPGs on the Nintendo Switch has enabled a new generation of players to experience Falcom’s storied catalog, which has contributed to strong sales milestones for both company and franchise. With more information likely to be shared during future events such as Nintendo Direct presentations, anticipation is building around Falcom and GungHo’s ability to meet their targets.
The upcoming release of Trails in the Sky Second Chapter on current-generation hardware has positioned the series as a flagship property for fans of narrative-driven RPGs. As the September 2026 goal approaches, industry attention will remain focused on how Falcom navigates the development process.
The publisher’s track record for delivering high-quality role-playing games suggests that the next chapter in the Trails in the Sky saga is set to further solidify its legacy on platforms like the Nintendo Switch and beyond.
According to Falcom’s latest financial report for the fiscal year that concluded in September 2025, the company now aims to have the acclaimed role-playing game ready for launch by September 2026.
This updated timeline offers a welcome surprise for longtime fans, as the schedule is earlier than many industry watchers had anticipated. Trails in the Sky Second Chapter, part of the celebrated The Legend of Heroes series, has earned critical acclaim since its original debut in Japan for its intricate storytelling, robust character development, and deep turn-based combat mechanics.
While the series has enjoyed widespread success on multiple platforms over the years, its arrival on newer hardware such as the Nintendo Switch has been a significant focus for both Falcom and publishing partner GungHo in recent years. The announcement was detailed in Falcom’s official financial documentation, where the company expressed confidence in meeting the September 2026 window for this pivotal sequel.
In a summary of the report, Falcom emphasized its "continuing commitment to delivering highly polished RPG experiences for a growing global audience," noting that the accelerated timetable for Trails in the Sky Second Chapter reflects both resources invested and the successful collaboration with key publishing partners, including GungHo. This development timeline is especially significant given the enduring popularity of the The Legend of Heroes saga and its increasing presence across digital marketplaces such as the Nintendo eShop.
The expanding library of classic JRPGs on the Nintendo Switch has enabled a new generation of players to experience Falcom’s storied catalog, which has contributed to strong sales milestones for both company and franchise. With more information likely to be shared during future events such as Nintendo Direct presentations, anticipation is building around Falcom and GungHo’s ability to meet their targets.
The upcoming release of Trails in the Sky Second Chapter on current-generation hardware has positioned the series as a flagship property for fans of narrative-driven RPGs. As the September 2026 goal approaches, industry attention will remain focused on how Falcom navigates the development process.
The publisher’s track record for delivering high-quality role-playing games suggests that the next chapter in the Trails in the Sky saga is set to further solidify its legacy on platforms like the Nintendo Switch and beyond.
