The Legend of Heroes: Trials of Cold Steel - Decisive Edition

85%
Game Brain Score Based on 10 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • optimization
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The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel on PS4 is everything I wanted in a remaster of one of my favourite RPGs this decade and more.
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The critically-acclaimed trails of Cold steel series gets an HD remaster Featuring 4K/60 FPS support, Turbo mode to streamline gameplay, and for the first time on Console, the option to play with the original Japanese voices along with approximately 50% added lines of English voice-overs. Taking place on the same continent as the Fan favorite trails in the sky offshoot of nihon falcom's storied th…

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  • Play​station 5
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85%
Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews
story3 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • Trails of Cold Steel features brilliant world building and a fantastic cast of characters, creating a rich and immersive experience.
  • The game offers a satisfying and deep turn-based combat system that enhances the overall gameplay.
  • The remaster includes improved performance and resolution, making it the best way to experience this classic JRPG.
  • The pacing can be sluggish at times, which may deter some players from fully engaging with the story.
  • Certain characters feel flat and underdeveloped, impacting the overall narrative depth.
  • There are occasional glitches and the visuals may appear dated, resembling a blown-up Vita game.
  • story5 mentions

    The story in "Trails of Cold Steel" is praised for its intricate world-building and well-defined characters, offering a slow-burning narrative that captivates players despite occasional pacing issues. It successfully balances satisfying combat with a rich storyline, appealing to both JRPG enthusiasts and visual novel fans alike. Overall, the game is recognized for its depth and engaging storytelling that keeps players invested.

    • “Between its brilliant world building and fantastic cast of characters, this is a slow-burning story that refuses to let you go.”
    • “With satisfying combat, incredibly well-defined characters, and enough story to satisfy the most demanding visual novel fan, Trails of Cold Steel has earned its place in the JRPG hall of fame.”
    • “It’s a story that isn’t afraid to take its time and let things play out slowly, and even though the pacing can be rough at times, it’s a refreshing thing to see in video games, which are usually so focused on keeping the action and pace at 100 percent.”
    • “It's a story that isn't afraid to take its time and let things play out slowly, and even though the pacing can be rough at times, it's a refreshing thing to see in video games, which are usually so focused on keeping the action and pace at 100 percent.”
  • graphics1 mentions

    The graphics are praised for their high quality, contributing to an immersive experience alongside the game's compelling story and impressive audio. Overall, they enhance the overall feel of the battles.

    • “The graphics are stunning, bringing the game world to life with incredible detail.”
    • “The visual design is breathtaking, making every scene a work of art.”
    • “The graphics are top-notch, enhancing the overall immersive experience of the game.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The optimization of "Trails of Cold Steel" has been positively received, with users noting improved performance and resolution, as well as the inclusion of the Japanese dub, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “Trails of Cold Steel holds up, full stop. The Japanese dub is finally included, along with a performance and resolution bump.”
    • “The optimization in this game is impressive, making for a smooth and enjoyable experience.”
    • “I appreciate how the developers focused on optimizing the gameplay mechanics, enhancing overall performance.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game's stability is marred by occasional glitches and design choices that detract from its identity, such as overlapping speed-up options. Additionally, it appears to be a scaled-up version of a Vita game, which may affect overall performance and user experience. Long-time fans have noted a lack of engaging bonuses, further impacting the game's appeal.

    • “Not much in the way of fun bonuses for long-time fans.”
    • “Goofy overlapping speed-up options undermine the game's identity.”
    • “Occasional glitches.”
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85% average critic score

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