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CHRONO TRIGGER®

CHRONO TRIGGER®

The timeless RPG classic returns loaded with upgrades! Journey to the forgotten past, to the far future, and to the end of time. A big adventure to save the planet, now begins…

88%
Very Positive
DeveloperSquare Enix
PublisherSquare Enix
Release DateFeb 27, 2018
$14.99
Peak Players1.8K
PlatformsWindows
RPG
AI Review Summary

Chrono Trigger remains a legendary JRPG masterpiece, celebrated for its timeless story, Akira Toriyama's character designs, and an iconic soundtrack. However, the Steam port is highly divisive due to persistent technical issues, including frequent crashes and frame rate stutters that can lead to lost progress. While some consider it the definitive version after past updates, many reviewers still recommend emulation to avoid stability problems.

Pros

  • Timeless JRPG gameplay and story that remain highly engaging 30 years after release.95%
  • Iconic character designs by Akira Toriyama and high-quality pixel art.90%
  • Exceptional soundtrack and immersive world-building.90%
  • Innovative combat system featuring dual and triple tech combos.80%
  • Widely regarded as one of the greatest RPGs ever made.90%

Cons

  • Frequent game crashes that can result in corrupted save files and significant lost progress.85%
  • Persistent performance issues including frame rate drops and periodic hanging every 15-20 seconds.70%
  • Technical instability on certain hardware configurations, specifically noted with some Nvidia cards.50%
  • Perception of the Steam release as a subpar port compared to the original SNES experience.75%

Notable Mentions

  • Some users suggest using graphics driver reset commands (Shift+Ctrl+Win+B) to mitigate hanging issues.
  • The game has a significant presence on Steam Deck, though stability remains a concern for some users.
Confidence: 73%
Based on the 110 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Oct 10, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
176
Peak · last 90 days
302
All-time peak
1.8K

Price

Current price
$14.99
Lowest tracked
$7.49since Jan 5, 2026

Review Sentiment

Last 30 days
81%
All-time positive
88%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews13.7K
Positive: 12.1K (88%)Negative: 1.6K (12%)

16%

Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

23h

Avg Playtime at Review

74%

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