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Chrono Trigger Remake Confirmed for Nintendo DS

on 02.07.2008 at 00:36 User Icon Posted by Adam Riley (jesusraz)
Tag Tags: Chrono Trigger, Nintendo DS, Square Enix
Following years of waiting, begging from fans and plenty of rumours, it has now been confirmed that Chrono Trigger will indeed be coming to the Nintendo DS in Japan during Winter 2008 thanks to Square Enix. Following a small scan appearing on the Japanese 2CH forum, many believed it to be fake, but the official website can now be viewed proving it is actually real after all. The game will not be a complete overhaul of the original like Final Fantasy III and IV, but will be more of an enhanced port that remains faithful to the classic Super Nintendo RPG that European and Australian fans never got the chance to play back in the '90s. So perhaps we will see added content in the vein of the Final Fantasy Advance GBA ports...

For those unaware of just how good the game is, be sure to read Cubed³'s Retro Review and check out the video clip below, complete with gorgeous soundtrack:


Now we all know why the Virtual Console release has been missing in action...

Update - Square Enix has unleashed the full Press Release for the game, confirming a US release. Considering the normalcy for Europe to be close to the US now as Square Enix moves towards simultaneous worldwide releases, hopefully S-E Europe will reveal something soon:

Square Enix announced today that it will release CHRONO TRIGGER in North America this Holiday season. Remastered exclusively for Nintendo DS, this marks the first time that the groundbreaking RPG will be available on a handheld console.

Originally released in 1995 on Super NES and shipping more than 2.5 million copies worldwide, CHRONO TRIGGER has been hailed as one of the greatest games of all time by critics and fans alike. With a unique and multifaceted storyline, the game revolutionised the world of RPGs with never-before-seen features, including an unprecedented soundtrack and multiple endings determined by side quests and the player's actions.

With artwork by famed manga artist Akira Toriyama and an unprecedented and inspiring musical score created by Yasunori Mitsuda, CHRONO TRIGGER represents the best-in-class of the video game world. This newly revamped edition maintains all of the game's original elements and spirit while introducing the portability, dual-screen presentation and Touch-Screen functionality of Nintendo DS. Players will soon be able to rediscover the exhilarating RPG experience, breathtaking storyline and innovative gameplay in the palm of their hands.

When a newly developed teleportation device malfunctions at the Millennial Fair, young Crono must travel through time to rescue his misfortunate companion from an intricate web of past and present perils. The swashbuckling adventure that ensues soon unveils an evil force set to destroy the world, triggering Crono's race against time to change the course of history and bring about a brighter future.



  • A masterpiece with an engaging and unparalleled storyline, leading to the discovery of multiple epic conclusions to a journey that transcends time;

  • An unprecedented and inspiring musical score created by Yasunori Mitsuda;

  • Intriguing battle system made possible by the unique combination of the Active Time Battle system and Tech skills;

  • Famed character designer Akira Toriyama lends his signature art style to create the vibrant world that has captivated gamers around the world;

  • Taking advantage of the Nintendo DS hardware, CHRONO TRIGGER makes its way onto the portable platform with all-new dual screen presentation and Touch-Screen functionality;

  • A brand new dungeon and a Wireless Play mode adds exciting new dimensions to this timeless classic.

The official website can be found at http://na.square-enix.com/ctds.
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The song is so nice.
It reminds me of the NES days.
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Ok what the difference between this and final fantasy games? Since I never got to play it I have no idea what it's about but judging from yere excitemnet it must be good.
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Nothing wrong with that. Smilie


I didn't say that it was.... but it is a bad thing haha. Smilie
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Nah, a Final Fantasy VII remake will probably be released for Wii instead of for DS. Same goes for Final Fantasy VI.

Also, remember the Nintendo Power end of month teaser? Any chance they're pointing at Chrono Trigger DS?
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EdEN said:
Nah, a Final Fantasy VII remake will probably be released for Wii instead of for DS. Same goes for Final Fantasy VI.

Nah, Square seem to love the DS and not the Wii so much.

Also, remember the Nintendo Power end of month teaser? Any chance they're pointing at Chrono Trigger DS?

I'd say definitely.

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As one of the most popular RPGs ever construed, this is kind of big news and a lot of speculation is sure to come of it. I'm pleased that the franchise is being revived, but I'm not really sure I want to buy a game I've played already. Is a sequel on the way? Will the DS version have any bonuses aside from touch control?

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Hooray! Can talk about it!

Very much looking forward to this...

Exactly, it's been nearly two months since I learned about this...and it's been so hard to not run around telling everyone. I did slip it into a random news story a while back, though...wonder if any eagle-eyed readers spotted it? Smilie


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It's been bad enough keeping it in the last month, nevermind a couple of months...!

I wonder what they're planning to do with the touch screen.


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oh wow it come out in USA this year i didt think it be so soon

CHRONO TRIGGER Returns! The Timeless Classic Teleports to Nintendo DS This Holiday Season

LOS ANGELES, CA USA
Journey Through Time with the RPG Masterpiece that Started It All

LOS ANGELES, July 2 /PRNewswire/ — Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of Square Enix(TM) interactive entertainment products in North America, announced today that it will release CHRONO TRIGGER(R) in North America this Holiday season. Remastered exclusively for Nintendo DS(TM), this marks the first time that the groundbreaking RPG will be available on a handheld console.

Originally released in 1995 on Super NES(R) and shipping more than 2.5 million copies worldwide, CHRONO TRIGGER has been hailed as one of the greatest games of all time by critics and fans alike. With a unique and multifaceted storyline, the game revolutionized the world of RPGs with
never-before-seen features, including an unprecedented soundtrack and multiple endings determined by side quests and the player's actions.

With artwork by famed manga artist Akira Toriyama and an unprecedented and inspiring musical score created by Yasunori Mitsuda, CHRONO TRIGGER represents the best-in-class of the video game world. This newly revamped edition maintains all of the game's original elements and spirit while
introducing the portability, dual-screen presentation and Touch-Screen functionality of Nintendo DS. Players will soon be able to rediscover the exhilarating RPG experience, breathtaking storyline and innovative gameplay in the palm of their hands.

STORY

When a newly developed teleportation device malfunctions at the Millennial Fair, young Crono must travel through time to rescue his misfortunate companion from an intricate web of past and present perils. The swashbuckling adventure that ensues soon unveils an evil force set to destroy the world, triggering Crono's race against time to change the course of history and bring about a brighter future.

FEATURES

— A masterpiece with an engaging and unparalleled storyline, leading to the discovery of multiple epic conclusions to a journey that transcends time

— An unprecedented and inspiring musical score created by Yasunori Mitsuda

— Intriguing battle system made possible by the unique combination of the Active Time Battle system and Tech skills

— Famed character designer Akira Toriyama lends his signature art style to create the vibrant world that has captivated gamers around the world

— Taking advantage of the Nintendo DS hardware, CHRONO TRIGGER makes its way onto the portable platform with all-new dual screen presentation and Touch-Screen functionality

— A brand new dungeon and a Wireless Play mode adds exciting new dimensions to this timeless classic

CHRONO TRIGGER has not yet been rated. Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board website at http://www.esrb.org for more information about ratings. The official website can be found at
http://na.square-enix.com/ctds.
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I've never played it so this is awesome news because everyone seems to love this game. Kind of disappointed they didn't enhance it but oh well. As long as it's not pixelated I'll be fine.



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It's probably possible that Chrono Trigger might be released for the VC for promotion. I really hope that happens.

If there was a sequel, it will probably be multi platform. SQUARE doesn't love us that much. Smilie

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EdEN said:
Nah, a Final Fantasy VII remake will probably be released for Wii instead of for DS. Same goes for Final Fantasy VI.

Also, remember the Nintendo Power end of month teaser? Any chance they're pointing at Chrono Trigger DS?


FFVI will get released on DS, but i would almost bet my account on this, but Square will most likely fully revamp FFVII in an attempt to please fanboys and release it with FFXIII style graphics on ps3. I can just see it already, the movies, the sequels. Its all been building up to something
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