Summary
- Lunar Remastered Collection will launch on April 18 for PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC, with support for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.
- The collection will include fully voiced dialogue, a classic mode, and additional quality-of-life features like faster combat and auto-battle.
The Lunar Remastered Collection is set to launch on April 18, bringing the beloved JRPG series to modern platforms. Developed by Game Arts and published by GungHo Online Entertainment, this collection includes remastered versions of the first two Lunar games. It will be available on PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam, with compatibility for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.
The announcement of Lunar Remastered Collection during a Sony State of Play in 2024 was a delightful surprise for fans of the series. Originally debuting in 1992 with Lunar: The Silver Star on the Sega CD, followed by Lunar: Eternal Blue in 1994, the series has a storied history. Both titles were later remade for the PlayStation and Sega Saturn as Lunar: Silver Star Story Complete and Lunar 2: Eternal Blue Complete. The Lunar series is renowned for its compelling storytelling and engaging gameplay, making the remastered collection highly anticipated.
GungHo Online Entertainment has confirmed that the Lunar Remastered Collection will be available in physical editions in select stores across North America and Europe. The remaster includes updated graphics, re-recorded soundtracks, and various quality-of-life enhancements. Players can enjoy widescreen support, enhanced pixel art, and high-definition cutscenes. For those who cherish the nostalgia, a classic mode is available to simulate the PS1-era graphics at any time.
Lunar Remastered Collection Release Date
- April 18 for PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC, with support for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.
In addition to graphical improvements, the collection will feature fully voiced dialogue in both Japanese and English, with new French and German subtitles. Gameplay enhancements include a speed-up command for combat and new strategies for auto-battle, aligning with the modern standards seen in other JRPG remasters like Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake and the upcoming Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster.
The Lunar Remastered Collection continues the trend of revitalizing classic JRPGs for contemporary audiences. While the financial success of this remaster remains to be seen, the positive reception of the Grandia HD Collection, another collaboration between Game Arts and GungHo Online Entertainment, suggests a promising future for the Lunar series on modern platforms.
