Summary
One of the original directors ofChrono Trigger, Yoshinori Kitase, asked fans about the best approach to bringing back or remaking the classic JRPG for a modern audience. First released for the SNES, 1995’sChrono Triggerwas one of the most influential JRPGs of all time. It had a team of talented creators working on the game, includingFinal Fantasycreator Hironobu Sakaguchi from Square, Akira Toriyama ofDragon Ballfame, and more.Chrono Triggeralso had three directors, Yoshinori Kitase among them, who was the director of many critically acclaimedFinal Fantasygames and continues to work at Square Enix to this day as a producer.
Chrono Triggeris praised as one of the best RPGs of all timedue to its timeless graphics, deep combat systems, and a compelling story that has continued to capture the hearts of audiences nearly three decades after the game’s original release. Its overwhelming popularity is maintained to this day, as Square Enix has re-released the game on multiple platforms, including the PC and even mobile devices. DespiteChrono Triggerstill being accessible today on many platforms, it seems that there is some desire to remake the classic game.
Onan episode of the My Perfect Console podcasthosted by Simon Parkin, Yoshinori Kitase was brought on as a guest. During this episode, Kitase asked the host and fans what the best way to reintroduce orremakeChrono Triggerfor modern audienceswould be. Kitase also shared three specific routes that the game could be remade: a straight port, a graphical remaster, or a remake on the scope ofFinal Fantasy 7 Remake.
Chrono Trigger Remake Options
Parkin shared his view on the matter, stating that he really likedhow Nintendo approached remakingThe Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakeningfor the Nintendo Switch. Kitase then thanked Parkin for his input. Based on Kitase’s suggestions, there are multiple avenues aChrono Triggerremake could go down.
A graphical remaster on the same level as 2019’sLink’s Awakeningremake or an HD-2D remake likeLive A Livewould be best for gamers who would prefer that the core gameplay and storytelling ofChrono Triggerto remain the same. On the other hand,a remake on the scale ofFinal Fantasy 7 Remake, complete with a shift from a turn-based gameplay system to real-time action combat, could appeal to a wider audience.
A poll run by Twitter user Genki asked the same question that Kitase posed, with 2354 votes casted. Users mostly voted in favor of a graphical remaster, with a majority vote of 54.3%. 36.3% of fans who participated in the poll voted for a full remake on the scale of theFinal Fantasy 7remake trilogy. One user, Stealth, shared their idealChrono Triggerremake, saying that he’d like it inSquare Enix’s HD-2D JRPG style, with full voice acting, quality-of-life improvements, and all the extra content from the re-releases.
Chrono Trigger
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The timeless RPG classic returns loaded with upgrades! Journey to the forgotten past, to the far future, and to the end of time. A big adventure to save the planet, now begins…CHRONO TRIGGER is the timeless role-playing classic developed by the ‘Dream Team’ of DRAGON QUEST creator Yuji Horii, Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama, and the creators of FINAL FANTASY. As the story unfolds, embark on a journey to different eras: the present, the middle ages, the future, prehistory, and ancient times! Whether you’re a first-time player or a longtime fan, this epic quest to save a planet’s future promises hours of enthralling adventure!As the definitive version of CHRONO TRIGGER, not only have the controls been updated, the graphics and sound have also been revamped to make your adventure even more fun and enjoyable to play. To complete your journey, also included is the mysterious ‘Dimensional Vortex’ dungeon and the forgotten ‘Lost Sanctum’ dungeon. Meet the challenges presented to you and long-lost secrets may be revealed…
