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The next installment in the highly popular SaGa series, SaGa Emerald Beyond, has now officially launched for the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, iOS, Android, and PC via Steam.
As announced by Square Enix, SaGa Emerald Beyond features the best elements of the series, including the free-form scenario system and strategic combat gameplay.
Note that the Steam version will be released a day later, on 26 April 2024, while the iOS and Android versions may have release dates that vary by region.
Furthermore, it is revealed that a physical edition of the game is planned to be available in the Asia region at a later date, with more information to be announced in the future.
This latest entry in the SaGa series see the return of its creator Akitoshi Kawazu, composer Kenji Ito, and illustrator Satoshi Kuramochi as the leading developers.
Celebrating its 35th anniversary this year, Akitoshi Kawazu, SaGa Series General Director, has this to say:
“2024 marks the 35th anniversary of the SaGa series. It also marks the first time we’ve been able to
release a new SaGa title simultaneously worldwide. Without our fans, this would not have been possible. SaGa Emerald Beyond is the product of 35 years’ worth of innovation, experimentation, and
a personal desire to examine what makes an RPG an RPG.”
“For our longtime fans, I hope you enjoy the ongoing innovations and callbacks to previous SaGa titles. I also invite newcomers to accept the offer of the emerald vision and embark on a new adventure. I hope everyone who picks up this title has an unforgettable experience with it.”
Masanori Ichikawa, SaGa Series Producer, added “As a longtime SaGa fan who now has the honor of working on this franchise, I couldn’t be prouder to present SaGa Emerald Beyond to the players. The things that made me fall for the SaGa franchise are all present in this title, from the free-form scenario system to the challenging strategic combat to the diverse and intriguing characters.”
“Of course, one can’t forget about composer Kenji Ito’s incredible contributions as well. I’m also proud to say that we’ve taken steps to welcome in newcomers with the game’s emerald waves, which are key to the overall story and will guide players on their journey. I hope that through SaGa Emerald Beyond, players will be able to feel the team’s passion and love for the franchise that has kept the series going strong for 35 years.”
For those who are uncertain about the game, a demo of SaGa Emerald Beyond is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam, and save data is transferrable to the full game.
