Ys vs. Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga, the crossover fighting game featuring characters from Falcom’s Ys and Trails series, is officially coming to the West in 2025 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC (via Steam, GOG, and Epic Games Store). Originally released exclusively in Japan for the PSP in 2010, this marks the first time the game will be available globally with remastered visuals and new features.

Ys vs. Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga is coming to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and PC!

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Key Features of the Remaster

• Remastered Graphics: The game has been updated to support HD and 4K resolutions, with a smooth 60 FPS gameplay experience.
  
  
• Multiplayer Modes: For the first time, couch co-op and online multiplayer are included, allowing up to four players to battle together or against each other.
  
  
• English Voice Acting: The remaster introduces full English voiceovers alongside the original Japanese voices, bringing the characters to life for Western audiences.
  
  
• Unlockable Content: Players can unlock a variety of wallpapers and soundtracks from Falcom’s extensive catalog as part of a “Material Collection.”
  
  
• PC-Specific Features: The PC version includes mouse and keyboard support, adjustable aspect ratios (up to 21:9 ultrawide), and other enhancements.

Gameplay Overview

Ys vs. Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga is an arena-style fighting game that blends mechanics from Ys Seven with elements of Trails in the Sky. Players can choose from a roster of 17 playable characters, including Adol Christin (Ys) and Estelle Bright (Trails in the Sky), while also utilizing support characters from other Falcom titles like Brandish and Gurumin. The game features:

• A Story Mode, where players battle through a narrative involving heroes summoned to defeat a demon lord.
  
  
• An Arcade Mode, for quick battles without story progression.
  
  
• A Multiplayer Mode, supporting both competitive and cooperative play.
  
  

Combat involves fast-paced action with RPG elements, such as equipping gear, leveling up characters, and managing resources like stamina and SP for special moves. The gameplay has been compared to titles like Power Stone and Dissidia Final Fantasy, offering a mix of accessibility and depth.

This remaster brings new life to a cult classic that combines two of Falcom’s most beloved RPG franchises. Fans of Ys and Trails can look forward to experiencing this unique crossover with modern enhancements when it launches worldwide next year.