Chrono Trigger’s Spiritual Successor Reveals New Gameplay Trailer
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– Threads of Time is a Chrono Trigger-inspired retro RPG with a new gameplay trailer showcasing its time-traveling narrative across multiple eras.
– Developed by Riyo Games, the game was first revealed at last year’s Tokyo Game Show and now has a new trailer from the PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct.
– It features turn-based battles with a sense of depth, blending perspectives between Octopath Traveler and Dragon Quest in evocative environments.
– The game spans various time periods from prehistory to a cyberpunk future and uses an HD-2D aesthetic similar to Octopath Traveler.
– There is no release date yet, but it is expected for PC and could appeal to fans awaiting Chrono Trigger’s 30th anniversary projects.
A new gameplay trailer has surfaced for Threads of Time, the retro-style RPG heavily influenced by the legendary Chrono Trigger, offering a deeper look into its time-spanning story and vibrant combat system. Developed by Riyo Games in Canada, the project first appeared during last year’s Tokyo Game Show and has now returned with a polished presentation at the PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct, signaling strong progress.
Much like the beloved Square Enix original, Threads of Time transports players across multiple historical eras, from prehistoric landscapes to a neon-lit cyberpunk future, all rendered in a striking HD-2D visual style reminiscent of Octopath Traveler. One moment, your party might wander through a lively medieval village, fighting fluffy or plant-based monsters typical of the genre; the next, they’re navigating sleek sci-fi complexes or a rain-drenched cityscape buzzing with flying vehicles.
The trailer includes several beautifully animated cutscenes, though some character designs, particularly a certain robot, feel intentionally nostalgic, perhaps leaning a bit too closely on Chrono Trigger’s legacy. What truly stands out, however, is the battle system. Combat is turn-based but presented with a dynamic sense of depth, blending the perspective of Octopath Traveler with the charm of Dragon Quest. Characters engage across both foreground and background layers, set against imaginative and atmospheric environments.
No official release date has been announced, though the game is expected to launch on PC. Its timing couldn’t be better, arriving shortly after Sea of Stars, another Chrono Trigger-inspired hit from Canadian studio Sabotage, released its DLC, Throes of the Watchmaker. Meanwhile, Square Enix is marking Chrono Trigger’s 30th anniversary with promises of new projects, fueling speculation about a potential remake or remaster.
While fans eagerly await news from Square Enix about bringing the classic to modern platforms, Threads of Time appears ready to step in and deliver a fresh, time-bending adventure for RPG enthusiasts everywhere.
(Source: Euro Gamer)
