Falcom is releasing a PlayStation 5 version of The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki on July 28 in Japan for 5,800 yen in retail and 5,500 yen via download, the developer announced. In addition, publisher Clouded Leopard Entertainment will release the PlayStation 5 version along with a PC version (Steam) in Asia on the same day with traditional Chinese and Korean subtitles.
The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki first launched for PlayStation 4 on September 30, 2021 in Japan and Asia. A successor, The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki II -CRIMSON SiN-will be released for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 this fall.
Users who already own the PlayStation 4 version of The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki will be able to upgrade to the PlayStation 5 version for 110 yen (about $ 0.86). (This is the standard for PlayStation 4 for PlayStation 5 upgrades in Japan for certain games, which is a free upgrade worldwide.) Save data from the PlayStation 4 version can also be transferred to the PlayStation 5 version.
The PlayStation 5 version comes with enhancements and new features, including 4K resolution and 60 frames per second, a high-speed mode and more.
Get the details below.
■ About the PlayStation 5 version
Ahead of the RPG sequel to the story The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki II -CRIMSON SiN- this fall, the first contribution in the new series of Calvard Republic sets The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki will debut on PlayStation 5 this summer.
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New features
The PlayStation 5 version now supports 4K resolution and 60 frames per second for even more breathtaking images. The high-speed mode allows you to select your desired speed for field and command battles, and the text size of the game can be adjusted for a more enjoyable gameplay experience. In addition, the game includes an archive that introduces previous editions of the series as well as a glossary for newcomers Taurus series can jump right in.
The PlayStation 5 version also allows saving data transfer from the PlayStation 4 version.
—Speed for setting high speed mode
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■ Screenshots
■ Downloadable content set, “Thank-You Mega Box Plus” included with first print copies
First printed copies of The Legend of Heroes: Kuro no Kiseki for PlayStation 5 will include the downloadable content set “Thank-You Mega Box Plus”, which adds the Hollow Core voice “Latoya Hamilton” (pronounced by Kikuko Inoue), and the Van and Agnes costumes that were previously exclusive to Asia. The set consists of 33 items, including the original costume color “4spg UNITED”, combat orbment “Xipha” customization covers, accessories and more.
Watch a trailer for the PlayStation 5 version below. See the first screenshots in the gallery. Visit the official website here.
