The 3DS housed no shortage of RPGs, ranging from beloved classics to esoteric oddities. While titles in that second category can be easily forgotten, sometimes games just need a second chance in a new market. Case in point, NISA has announced an HD remaster ofThe Legend of Legacywill hit modern consoles in early 2024.
The Legacy ofThe Legend of Legacy
For those who originally missed this one,The Legend of Legacyis an interesting case. Developed by FuRyu,The Legend of Legacyfeatured several names that worked on Square Enix’sFinal FantasyandSaGaseries, including Kyoji Koizumi and Masato Kato. And just like theSaGaseries, the game proved to be an acquired taste. Destructoid alumni Kyle MacGregor Burlesonscored this a mere 4.5 backin 2015, citing the game’s repetitive combat and rigid progression systems. The similar art style tothe acclaimedBravely Defaultlikely drew unintended comparisons as well.
However, also like theSaGaseries,The Legend of Legacydid attract its share of fans. And for those who like what this RPG is selling, this rerelease should hopefully be a pleasant surprise. As of writing, no gameplay changes have been confirmed for this HD version of the game. However, it certainly looks prettier than its original 3DS incarnation, I’ll give it that.
I never played this one back in the day, and I have no clue if I’d find time to get around to it next year. Not when I have500 hours ofThe Legend of Heroesgamesto play, at least. But for those who did enjoy this one, I hope the remaster delivers.
The Legend of Legacy HD Remasteredwill release in early 2024 for the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC.
