Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition Finally Announced

Following a number of leaks, rumors and speculation, Square Enix has finally revealed Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition for PlayStation 4, Switch, Xbox One and PC.

Square Enix describes Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition as follows:

Players will embark on an epic adventure that transcends time and space, with refined illustrations from original character designer, Nobuteru Yuuki, remastered music from acclaimed composer, Yasunori Mitsuda, and a variety of additional features.
 
Chrono Cross, which was never before released in Europe, returns as a remaster in Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition. Follow the story of Serge, who stumbles into another world and learns of the connection between his existence and the future of his planet. A classic time-bending tale of adventure and friendship, featuring one of the largest and most diverse casts of playable characters of any RPG. With over 40 potential party members, each character brings their own element affinity and unique skills. Additionally, “RADICAL DREAMERS  – Le Trésor Interdit –“, a text-based adventure video game released for Satellaview in 1996, which forms the bedrock of the story, is also included in this edition.

Square Enix Press Release

Along with the overview, the following changes were revealed:

3D models converted to HD*

Brand new artwork and character redesign by Nobuteru Yuuki*

Refined background music by Yasunori Mitsuda

Switch enemy encounters on or off

Background filter feature*

Battle enhancement features

Auto-battle function

French, Italian, German and Spanish localization now added

Switch between imitation pixel font and HD font*

The inclusion of Radical Dreamers, never before released in the West. 

Players can choose between playing with original or updated graphics*

*The 3D models, illustrations, font and background filter cannot be toggled separately. They will all be switched together.

Square Enix Press Release

Expect all of this and more when Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition releases Apr. 7.