The SaGa series by Square Enix is set to expand with Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven, a remake of the classic Super Nintendo title, originally released exclusively in Japan in 1993 and later brought to the West through a remaster for multiple platforms in 2017.
Based on the demo content, available since September 18th, and promotional materials, there are high expectations that this will be a top-tier RPG. It’s important to note that the game is set to launch on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch on October 24th.
In the world of Romancing SaGa 2, an ancient legend foretells the return of seven heroes who once saved the world. However, this prophecy takes an unexpected twist: the seven return as corrupted and evil versions of their former selves.
During the demo, we witness Avalon, the capital of the Varennes Empire, being attacked by Kzinssie, one of the legendary warriors. Tragically, this attack leads to the death of Prince Victor, son of King Leon. Driven by the need for vengeance, Leon confronts Kzinssie but is left severely weakened after the battle.
In his pursuit of revenge, the king turns to an ancient magic, learned from an oracle, to transfer his powers to his youngest son, Gerard, sacrificing his own life in the hope that his heir can rid the world of this evil.
One of the most distinctive features of Romancing SaGa 2 is its inheritance system. In this game, the battle against the seven warriors can span multiple generations, with new emperors inheriting the mission and skills of their predecessors.
Although the demo ends shortly after the first succession, it’s already confirmed that players will have significant freedom in choosing their leaders, with any playable character potentially becoming the emperor.
Considering the series’ trademark non-linearity, and based on what we’ve seen in the demo, where the game appears to emphasize narrative depth, I’m quite intrigued to see how our actions will combine with the inheritance system to shape the story.
