January 17 Is Going to Be a Huge Day for Tales Fans

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January 17 Is Going to Be a Huge Day for Tales Fans

Key Takeaways

  • Tales of Graces f Remastered will launch on multiple platforms on January 17, 2025, featuring enhanced graphics and new English-localized scenes.
  • The game will include over 80 DLCs, with quality-of-life improvements like autosaves and avoidable encounters in fields and dungeons.
  • Players can expect a captivating story about childhood friendships and challenging decisions, set in the world of Ephinea.

As a long-time fan of the Tales series, I can’t help but feel a surge of nostalgia and excitement at the announcement of Tales of Graces f Remastered! Having played the original on my trusty Wii back in 2009, I was captivated by its compelling storyline, engaging combat system, and unforgettable characters.

At the Nintendo Direct event held on August 27, it was announced that Tales of Graces f Remastered will be released across various platforms on January 17, 2025. The Tales series of video games first appeared in 1995 with Tales of Phantasia on the Super Famicom, eventually expanding into a franchise featuring numerous titles such as Tales of Graces f, and even spin-offs that have developed into separate series. This diverse library can sometimes be overwhelming, especially for those new to the Tales series who may not know where to begin.

That confusion only grows when considering the fact that there have been remasters, ports, and even limited-edition releases of many of the more popular entries in the Tales of franchise. The original Tales of Graces launched on Wii in Japan in 2009 and is the 12th game in the mainline series. It got a PlayStation 3 port, called Tales of Graces f, which was released in North America and Europe in 2012.

Enthusiasts of the Tales series, particularly those fond of Tales of Graces, were thrilled to discover at the August 2024 Nintendo Direct broadcast that a remastered version of Tales of Graces f is coming out. This announcement, made in celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Tales series, has set the stage for its release on January 17, 2025. The updated game will be accessible across various platforms: Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Series X/S, as well as PC via Steam.

Tales of Graces f Remastered Will Launch Just in Time for the Anniversary

In this revamped edition of “Tales of Graces f Remastered”, players can expect several convenience upgrades such as auto-saves, skippable encounters in fields and dungeons, enhanced visuals, and English-translated scenes for the very first time. Prepare to immerse yourself for a significant amount of gameplay hours, as the remaster includes nearly all DLC from the original release, over 80 in total, including the “Lineage and Legacies” prologue which follows Sophie’s story six months beyond the main game’s events. It has been verified that the remaster will run smoothly at 60fps on every platform, except for Nintendo Switch, and can reach a speedy 120fps on PC systems.

The narrative of “Tales of Graces f Remastered” revolves around the evolving bond of childhood friendships and how they persist into maturity. As the trio – Asbel, Sophie, and Prince Richard – navigate through harrowing incidents, they strive to save the world of Ephinea. Their odyssey leads them across the three nations in the land, where they encounter a rich tapestry of memorable characters, grapple with loss, deception, and tough choices. Players will also frequently participate in combat scenes from “Tales of Graces f”, which are widely acclaimed as among the best in the series.

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2024-08-28 15:34