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Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter

Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter

Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter reimagines the first chapter of a beloved series, infusing it with enhanced visuals and refined gameplay. Join Estelle and Joshua, partners bound by fate, as they unravel dark conspiracies threatening the peace of the Liberl Kingdom.

96%
Overwhelmingly Positive
DeveloperNihon Falcom
PublisherGungHo Online Entertainment America, Inc.
Release DateSep 19, 2025
$59.99
Peak Players3.8K
Metacritic89
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows
Action
Adventure
RPG
AI Review Summary

Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter is a highly praised remake of a classic JRPG, offering stunning visuals, engaging combat, and a story rich in heart. While some players found the pacing slow and characters cliché, the majority recommend it as an excellent entry point to the series, especially for fans of traditional RPGs.

Pros

  • Features stunning visuals, gorgeous character designs, and a good story.
  • Praised for having more soul and heart than many modern AAA games.
  • Offers fun and engaging combat, blending real-time and turn-based mechanics.
  • Considered an ideal entry point for newcomers to the Trails series.
  • A very solid and well-received remake of a classic JRPG.
  • The overarching story builds effectively towards a satisfying ending.
  • Provides an immersive world and engaging narrative that draws players in.

Cons

  • The story suffers from slow pacing, making it difficult for some to get invested.
  • Characters are often described as cliché and lacking charm.
  • Some players found the world-building generic and uninteresting.
  • Combat, despite positive mentions, was considered "just ok" or even failed for some players.
  • Character acting in cutscenes was a significant negative point for some.
  • The ability to equip stones can make characters feel generic.

Notable Mentions

  • The game is highly suitable for playing on the Steam Deck.
  • A remake of the second part of the series is already announced for Fall 2026.
  • The vast majority of reviews come from credible players with over 10 hours of playtime.
Confidence: 47%
Based on the 51 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Feb 17, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
883
Peak · last 90 days
1.6K
All-time peak
3.8K

Price

Current price
$59.99
Lowest tracked
$29.99since Dec 19, 2025

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
97%
All-time positive
96%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews4.8K
Positive: 4.6K (96%)Negative: 213 (4%)

9%

Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

54h

Avg Playtime at Review

93%

Credible Reviews