Published on: May 23, 2025
Falcom Announces Ys Vs.
Trails In The Sky: Alternative Saga Remake Release for Summer 2025 on Nintendo Switch and Additional Platforms
Japanese developer Falcom, in partnership with publisher Refint/games, has formally updated the release window for Ys Vs.
Trails In The Sky: Alternative Saga.
The highly anticipated remake of the classic crossover brawler is now scheduled to arrive in Summer 2025, launching on Nintendo Switch and other undisclosed platforms.
Alongside this announcement, a new character trailer has been made available, providing fans with an updated glimpse into the fast-paced action and expanded cast.
Originally debuting on PSP in 2010, Ys Vs.
Trails In The Sky: Alternative Saga brought together iconic heroes and rivals from Falcom’s beloved Ys and Trails in the Sky franchises.
The game merges high-speed arena combat with familiar RPG elements and marks a historic crossover between two of Falcom’s flagship series.
The remake revitalizes this concept with enhanced visuals, new content, and modern platform support, making it accessible for a new generation of players.
In a statement accompanying the release window update, Falcom detailed the game’s core features: “The legendary RPG universes of Ys and Trails collide for the ultimate dream match-up.
Familiar characters and rivals face off in a fast-paced, high-action battle system inspired by Ys SEVEN, now updated with advanced movement and combo mechanics.”
The Summer 2025 remake boasts a series of technical and gameplay improvements.
These include:
- Remastered graphics supporting HD and 4K displays
- Smooth 60 frames per second gameplay
- Both local couch and online multiplayer for the first time in the series
- Comprehensive English and Japanese voice acting from returning Ys and Trails series cast members
- A massive unlockable Material Collection featuring wallpapers and soundtracks spanning Falcom’s library
- PC-focused enhancements such as mouse and keyboard support, as well as adjustable aspect ratios (including 5:4 and 21:9)
Fans of the Trails in the Sky series will also recognize the return of signature Crafts, empowering characters to execute familiar and dynamic attacks that add a fresh dimension to the crossover battles.
Support characters from across the Ys and Trails universes offer strategic assistance during combat, further deepening gameplay possibilities.
Falcom’s continued dedication to updating its classic catalog for current platforms highlights the developer’s ongoing influence in the JRPG market.
Releases like Ys vs.
Trails In The Sky: Alternative Saga bring together decades of RPG legacy, now enhanced by modern technologies and wider accessibility thanks to the Nintendo Switch, eShop, and PC availability.
Ys Vs.
Trails In The Sky: Alternative Saga is expected to release in Summer 2025 on Nintendo Switch and additional platforms.
For more details and the latest gameplay footage, visit Falcom’s official channels and the Nintendo eShop.
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