The franchise celebrates its 35th anniversary with a new standalone adventure for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PC, and iOS and Android devices.
Paris, April 25, 2024 – Today, SQUARE ENIX® launches EMERALD BEYOND SAGAthe new episode of the legendary SaGa series, on Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5 (PS5®) and PlayStation®4 (PS4®), PC (STEAM®) as well as on iOS and Android devices. EMERALD BEYOND SAGA brings together the best elements of this cult franchise, including its free-form scenario system and strategic combat, which will allow each player to have their own gameplay experience.
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EMERALD BEYOND SAGA brings together the RPG franchise's essential elements of combat and free-form storytelling to deliver the ultimate experience for SaGa fans and those who have never played it before. Players will find strategy-rich combat, a diverse cast of characters with exciting backstories, a storyline that evolves based on their choices, and much more. The new SaGa marks the return of icons of the franchise, such as its creator, Akitoshi Kawazuthe composer Kenji Ito and the illustrator Satoshi Kuramochi. Together, they've taken all the elements fans of the franchise hold dear and brought them together into a game that fans and new players alike will love.
“ 2024 is the 35th anniversary year of the SaGa franchise. This is also the first year we have been able to launch a new SaGa simultaneously, anywhere in the world. Without our fans, none of this would have been possible. EMERALD BEYOND SAGA is the result of 35 years of innovation, experimentation and a personal desire to study the very essence of RPGs. I hope our long-time fans will appreciate the innovations we continue to incorporate into the franchise, as well as the nods made to previous SaGa. I also invite people who are new to the franchise to accept the Emerald Vision's proposal and embark on a new adventure. I hope this game will provide an unforgettable experience for everyone. » Akitoshi Kawazu, general manager of the SaGa franchise
“ As a long-time SaGa fan who has the honor of working on the franchise, I am especially proud to present EMERALD BEYOND SAGA to the players. This title contains all the elements that made me love the franchise, from the free scenario system to the challenges represented by the strategic combat, including the characters who are as intriguing as they are diverse. We must obviously also highlight the incredible contribution of the composer, Kenji Ito. I'm also proud to say that we've taken steps to welcome those new to the franchise with Emerald Waves, key story elements that will guide players throughout their adventure. I hope that players will feel while playing the passion and love for the franchise that drives the team and thanks to which the franchise has endured for 35 years. » Masanori Ichikawa, producer of the SaGa franchise.
People interested in EMERALD BEYOND SAGA can still download the three exclusive demos for Nintendo Switch, PS5/PS4 and PC respectively. Each of them allows you to play several hours of the story of one of the three proposed characters and gives an overview of the contents of the full version of the game and its complete set of characters. Save data from the demo can be transferred to the full version of the game on the corresponding platform.
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EMERALD BEYOND SAGA is now available in digital format on Nintendo SwitchPlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PC and on iOS and Android devices.