The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter (Japan)
Nintendo Switch
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Reviewed in 2025
90
✪ Reviewed on November 7, 2025
90
The ideal entry point into a saga reputed to be intimidating, finally shorn of its age. The story's pacing stays measured, but the attachment to the characters works as powerfully as ever.
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Category
RPG1 player12+
Description
A full remake of Falcom's first Trails game, published by GungHo in 2025. It follows Estelle and Joshua, trainee Bracers roaming the kingdom of Liberl to become guild agents, in an adventure that became the cornerstone of the series. A move to 3D, reworked combat and full voice acting modernize a founding classic.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter review
4/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Striking"
MAX
Music
★★★★★
"Legendary"
MAX
Story
★★★★★
"Masterful"
Falcom's soundtrack, cult among fans, blends warm town themes and rousing battle tracks rearranged for the remake. Every region of Liberl has its melody, weaving a sonic identity that accompanies the adventure with remarkable consistency.
Famed for its river-deep writing, the Trails saga opens here with a patient coming-of-age tale: every town, every side figure is sketched with a care that makes the world believable. The slow build toward a resounding finale rewards attention, laying the foundations of a sprawling epic.
Gameplay
"Excellent"
Fun
"Pleasant"
Addictiveness
"Captivating"
Difficulty
"Easy"
Lifespan
"Massive"
Even as the opening chapter, the adventure is hearty: methodical exploration of the kingdom of Liberl, guild quests, tactical growth and a patiently unfurled story rack up dozens of hours. The remake adds comfort, but the sheer generosity of content remains a hallmark.
The remake restores flair to this first entry's bosses, from a mechanical guardian to plot-tied figures. The orbment system enables varied strategies, and the key fights, now fully voiced and staged in 3D, gain real dramatic weight.
An underrated gem
The ideal entry point into a cult saga reputed to be intimidating, this remake strips the first entry of its age without betraying its soul. For its patient writing and believable world, it's a perfect gem for anyone who's always wanted to start Trails.
