"Unite three legends and breach the sky to uncover Zemuria's ultimate secret."
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About
The fate of the continent hangs in the balance in this milestone RPG that shifts the series from industrial intrigue to sci-fi mystery. Centered around the Calvard Republic's groundbreaking space program, the narrative weaves together the paths of three distinct protagonists as they race to uncover the truth behind the world's technological singularity.
Story
Set against the backdrop of the world's first manned space flight, the story moves beyond political warfare into the realm of cosmic discovery. You control Van Arkride, alongside returning veterans Rean Schwarzer and Kevin Graham, navigating separate story arcs that converge into a revelation-heavy climax involving the very nature of the world.
Gameplay
Experience the pinnacle of Falcom's RPG design with a refined hybrid system that transitions seamlessly between real-time field action and tactical turn-based command battles. Master the new 'ZOC' (Zone of Control) mechanics to manipulate time, utilize the Shard Boost system for devastating combos, and deploy S-Rank ultimates to turn the tide against massive foes.
Key Features
- 1Triple Protagonist Narrative (Van, Rean, Kevin)
- 2Seamless Hybrid Action/Turn-Based Combat
- 3Grim Garten: A deep virtual dungeon with gacha-style rewards
- 4New 'Awakening' and 'Z.O.C.' battle mechanics
- 5Alignment System (Law, Gray, Chaos) affecting choices
- 6Comprehensive 'Topic' system for unlocking lore
- 7Rich social simulation via Connection Events
Highlights
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Best-in-class hybrid combat flow
- +Satisfying narrative convergence for long-time fans
- +Deep optional content and customization in Grim Garten
- +Excellent soundtrack and voice acting
Cons
- -Field battles can feel simplistic compared to command mode
- -Cliffhanger ending may be divisive for some
- -Grim Garten progression can feel grind-heavy
Game Ratings
Massive lore implications spanning the whole series
Perfected mix of action and turn-based strategy
100+ hours including Grim Garten
Stylish anime aesthetics with flashy effects
Complex mechanics that reward system mastery
Who Will Enjoy This?
Fans here to see how the saga connects
Players who love breaking game mechanics
Enjoyers of flashy visuals and character drama
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💡 Did You Know?
Features the long-awaited return of Kevin Graham as a main character
The 'Grim Garten' allows for 'Dream Team' parties impossible in the canon story
Marks a thematic shift from industrial fantasy to science-fantasy space travel
Contains narrative threads pulling from every game since 'Trails in the Sky'
Latest Updates & Events
The Legend of Heroes: Trails beyond the Horizon - Featured on Steam
The Legend of Heroes: Trails beyond the Horizon is currently featured on the Steam store!
“Refines a battle system that was already a lot of fun, offering a better balance than similar titles.”— Critical Reception
“A satisfying narrative arc that weaves multiple protagonist paths together effectively.”— Game Reviews
Game Ratings
Massive lore implications spanning the whole series
Perfected mix of action and turn-based strategy
100+ hours including Grim Garten
Stylish anime aesthetics with flashy effects
Complex mechanics that reward system mastery
Who Will Enjoy This?
Fans here to see how the saga connects
Players who love breaking game mechanics
Enjoyers of flashy visuals and character drama
Similar To
💡 Did You Know?
Features the long-awaited return of Kevin Graham as a main character
The 'Grim Garten' allows for 'Dream Team' parties impossible in the canon story
Marks a thematic shift from industrial fantasy to science-fantasy space travel
Contains narrative threads pulling from every game since 'Trails in the Sky'
Latest Updates & Events
The Legend of Heroes: Trails beyond the Horizon - Featured on Steam
The Legend of Heroes: Trails beyond the Horizon is currently featured on the Steam store!
The Calvard Arc
Game Details
- Developer
- Nihon Falcom
- Publisher
- NIS America, Inc.
- Platforms
- PC
- Genres
- JRPG, Action +1
- Atmosphere
- epic