Ys vs. Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga coming west in 2025 for PS5, PS4, Switch, and PC

As a seasoned gamer with decades of experience under my belt, I can hardly contain my excitement for the upcoming crossover fighting game, Ys vs. Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga! Having grown up playing both series on various platforms, it’s like a dream come true to see these beloved franchises collide in an epic battle royale.

In 2025, publishers refint/games and developer Falcom plan to launch the crossover fighting game called “Ys vs. Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga” on platforms such as PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC (Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG). The game will be available globally. Additionally, fans can add it to their wishlists on the PlayStation Store now.

Initially, Ys vs. Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga debuted exclusively in Japan for PlayStation Portable systems on July 29, 2010, and unfortunately, a Western release never materialized.

Here is an overview of the game, via its store pages:

About

At last, the barriers separating Falcom’s renowned RPG series, Ys and Trails, have been shattered, leading to an unparalleled collaboration! Iconic characters from both series engage in previously unfathomable battles. To strengthen your fight, esteemed personalities from various Falcom classics are on hand to offer assistance!

Maximum Thrill! High-Speed Battle Action!

In the exciting sequel of Ys SEVEN, the high-speed action is back with an upgrade! Now you can leap through arenas, introducing a fresh dimension of speed and tactics. As you perform breathtaking combination moves, the thrill factor gets even higher!

Characters from the Trails in the Sky series demonstrate expertise in various skills, offering both recognizable and thrilling maneuvers exclusive to this game!

Bringing the Story to Life with Full Voice Acting!

Boasting an illustrious ensemble of voice artists hailing from both the Ys and Trails franchises, each moment is vividly brought to life through fully-voiced dialogue. These captivating performances significantly intensify the dramatic impact of combat sequences and cinematic events.

Falcom All-Stars! A Cast of Beloved Characters!

Beyond the main playable cast, numerous beloved characters hailing from different games also make appearances as supportive characters! In intense fights, these allies offer potent reinforcements to help secure your win. May their wisdom be your guide to success!

Key Features

  • Beautifully remastered graphics for display in HD and 4K screens, as well as 60 frames per second support.
  • Featuring couch and online multiplayer for the first time.
  • Includes English voice acting from a familiar cast from the Ys and Trails series.
  • A vast Material Collection of wallpapers and soundtracks from various Falcom titles to unlock.
  • PC-centric features including mouse and keyboard support, arbitrary aspect ratio (up to 5:4 and 21:9), and more!

Watch the announcement trailer below.

Announce Trailer

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2024-12-21 01:46