Revival Xanadu Easy Version Launches on Nintendo Switch: Classic Nihon Falcom RPG Enhanced for Modern Gamers

Classic Nihon Falcom RPG fans have cause for celebration as the enhanced PC-98 remake, Revival Xanadu Easy Version, lands today on the Nintendo Switch eShop.

Announced by publisher D4 Enterprise, this reimagined version of the legendary action RPG updates a cornerstone title from the Dragon Slayer series, ensuring both long-time followers and a new generation of players can experience its unique blend of action and adventure. Originally released in 1995 for the PC-98 as an effort to revive the Dragon Slayer saga for more contemporary audiences, Revival Xanadu offers a modern take on the franchise's second entry.

Rooted in the series first launched on Japanese home computers such as the PC-8801, the narrative propels players into a labyrinthine underground world, challenging them to explore for relics essential to uncovering the legendary "Dragon Slayer" sword—an artifact vital to defeating the menacing King Dragon and restoring peace to the land. Staying faithful to its source material, Revival Xanadu retains the distinctive dual gameplay perspective of the original, seamlessly blending side-scrolling action with overhead exploration.

The Nintendo Switch release delivers a range of enhancements first introduced in the 1995 remake, including revamped graphics and an all-new soundtrack, revitalizing the classic while maintaining its retro charm. The version debuting on Switch is specifically the "Easy Version"—a revised edition that was initially bundled with Revival Xanadu II (a PC-98 remake of Xanadu Scenario II).

This accessible update adds several user-friendly features such as a map system, empowering players to track their location and identify monster positions throughout the sprawling dungeons.

Such improvements significantly ease navigation and lower the barrier for newcomers, enhancing the overall gameplay experience without compromising on nostalgia. As with other EGGCONSOLE releases from D4 Enterprise, Revival Xanadu Easy Version preserves much of its original Japanese release authenticity.

Notably, a substantial portion of the game text is provided in English, making the experience considerably more accessible to Western audiences compared to previous EGGCONSOLE titles. Revival Xanadu Easy Version is now available worldwide on the Nintendo Switch eShop, priced at $7.16.

The game’s arrival underscores D4 Enterprise’s commitment to preserving and celebrating the legacy of classic Japanese PC titles on modern platforms, ensuring Nihon Falcom’s influential RPGs continue to inspire and entertain today’s players.

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