Lunar Remastered Collection Release Date Announced

Summary

• The Lunar Remastered Collection launches April 18th on PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC, with PS5 and Xbox Series X/S compatibility.
• The collection boasts fully voiced dialogue, a classic mode, and enhanced quality-of-life features like faster combat and auto-battle.

Get ready for a blast from the past! The Lunar Remastered Collection, developed by Game Arts and published by GungHo Online Entertainment, arrives April 18th. This highly anticipated duology brings the first two Lunar games to modern consoles and PC via Steam, featuring updated graphics, a re-recorded soundtrack, and numerous quality-of-life improvements.

Initially announced during a 2024 Sony State of Play, the news surprised and delighted many JRPG fans. The original Lunar: The Silver Star debuted in 1992 for the Sega CD, followed by Lunar: Eternal Blue in 1994. Both received PlayStation and Sega Saturn remakes, and remain beloved classics, particularly on the Sega Saturn. This remaster promises to bring these cherished titles to a new generation.

GungHo Online Entertainment confirmed the April 18th launch date for PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC, with compatibility for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. Physical copies will be available in select North American and European stores. Expect updated visuals, including widescreen support, renovated pixel art, and high-definition cutscenes. However, a classic mode allows players to enjoy the original PS1-era graphics.

Lunar Remastered Collection Release Date:

• April 18th: PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC (PS5 & Xbox Series X/S compatible)

The remaster includes fully voiced dialogue in Japanese and English, with added French and German subtitles. Gameplay enhancements include faster combat and streamlined auto-battle options, features now common in remastered JRPGs (like Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake and the upcoming Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster).

The Lunar Remastered Collection continues the trend of beloved classic JRPGs finding new life on modern platforms. While its financial success remains to be seen, the collaboration between Game Arts and GungHo Online Entertainment—following the successful Grandia HD Collection—suggests positive expectations.