Konamis Suikod And its sequel are two of the more timeless RPG experiences at Playstation, a console that is undoubtedly one of the most important platforms for the genre. But for all the attention to many of Suikod and Suikoda IIContemporary release, remaster and remakes on modern hardware, the first two posts in Konami's beloved RPG franchise seems to have mostly been moved to the annals of history. Outside their Japan-only port to PSP as Genso Suikoden I & IIre -emissions of the first two Suikod Titles have previously been only available as PSONE CLASSICS on Playstation 3 and Playstation Vita, which is what made long -lasting fans immediately note when Konami announces SUIKOD I & II HD Remaster Back in 2022.
With Suikod I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification WarsKonami has packaged two of its most classic fifth generation titles and brought them into the 21st century on current gene consoles and PC. Remasering of classic games with a dedicated fanbase can be a dangerous tight for developers to go, who need to create a balance between encouraging newcomers while creating memories, nostalgia and knowledge of the fans who count these games among their formative experiences. SUIKOD I & II HD Remaster chooses to a large extent to play it secure Suikod and Suikoda IIGameplay as close to the original as possible in an affordable bet against gambling.
As remaster, Gate Rune and Dunan Association War Compilation feels like a missed opportunity in how easy it is on actual upgrades or improvements to the basic playing experience for both Suikod and Suikoda II. But given how important both games are to the RPG genre, and how well their original PS1 versions still hold up in a modern context, SUIKOD I & II HD Remaster Is still well worth experiencing for all RPG fan, whether it is your first time with the series or if you happen to be well-warrated in the assignments to collect 108 stars in Destiny.
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Suikod I & II HD Remaster – Tokyo Game Show 2024 Trailer
The first two games in the classic Suikoda RPG series show off its updated HD-2D photos in this trailer displayed at the Tokyo Game Show 2024.
Suikod I & II HD Remaster proves that both titles have aged gracefully
One of the possible justifications for Konami's strategy with SUIKOD I & II HD Remaster Coming from how well both the original PS1 versions hold compared to other RPGs in the era. Thanks to their use of 2D Pixel Art images, both Suikod and Suikod II Continue to aging more gracefully than some of the early 3D gaming games, and the visual improvements that Konami delivers as part of both titles remaster provides enough modernization without destroying the original aesthetics and atmosphere.
The world maps of both games have been redone with 3D assets, and environmental design has received a complete review. It is not really on the same level as HD-2D remakes of classics as Live a live and Dragon Quest 3But there is still a noticeable upgrade over the original games' cities, castles and dungeons. Character models have been tightened to better showcase the details and artists in their design. Struggles now include additional animations, movement durability, particle effects and other improvements in the overall presentation. Outside of these visual improvements, however, Konami chose to mostly leave Suikod and Suikoda IIOnly games, and remaster are without a doubt all the better for it.
It is not to say that there are no game improvements to talk about; There are only some noticeable differences. The awkward inventory system from the original Suicode, unfortunatelyThe remains in remaster and combat-abscape from its new visual flower-container only a new adjustable battle speed feature to supplement the auto fights, which both games' original versions presented back on PS1. But both Suikod and Suikoda IIGameplay acts as a bunsolid foundation that the rest of the experience is built, so it makes sense for Konami to honor the titles' legacy by preserving the experience.
The Suikod and Suikoda II remains two of the largest “RPG Comfort Food” titles
In addition to both the games and presentation of the game remains as timeless as ever, Suikod and Suikoda II Present two of the best “comfort food” RPGs in the genre, no matter how familiar players can be with the franchise. Loosely based on the classic Chinese novel The margin of water (whose title in Japanese is, temporarily, Suikod), the first Suikod Puts players in the shoes from the young hero Tir McDohl, whose father Teo McDohl is a revered general in Scarlet Moon Empire. Through a series of shocking events, TIR and his friends become enemies in the state and choose to betray the Empire and gather support to tip the corrupt regime. Players started against gathering the 108 stars in Destiny, which happens to correspond to the recruiting party members and allies who help the hero in the war effort and finally into a struggle between a couple of powerful magicians who have two of the world's “big runes”.
Suikoda II Picking up just three years after the events in the first game, with players who take the role of hero Riou, the adoptive son of a legendary war hero from the city state on the other side SuikodGlobe. Again, players must recruit 108 stars in Destiny to help them take down the Highland Army that threatens the city states, led by one of the major RPG antagonists: Luca Blight. Apart from the many familiar allies shown in both Suikod and Suikoda II To go with the hero on their mission, the connective tissue between both games is the magician play, which acts as a guide to both Tir and Riou on their travels.
Both Suikod and Suikod IIStories have fairly simple plots with clear heroes and villains, but therein lies one of their biggest charm. Both from a game and a narrative perspective, Suikod And its sequel are perhaps perfect starting points for anyone new within JRPG, and SUIKOD I & II HD Remaster retains the nuclear elements in the original experiences that made both games so loved.
SUIKOD I & II HD -EMERS FORGET EXTREMELY Updates in favor of Conservation
Compared to other modern remasters and release of beloved RPG, SUIKOD I & II HD Remaster is noticeably easy on improvements. There is no Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster-Style “Boost” features to talk about, warehouse management systems and gaming balance remains identical to the PS1 original, and the introduction of a gallery is surprisingly absent any concept art, development photography or other bonuses that players have expected from similar museums in the game. One silver feed is the introduction of an sound mode, which allows players to go and listen to one of the iconic tracks from Miki Higashino's incredible points for each game.
Ultimately, SUIKOD I & II HD Remaster It is safely played by sticking to the nuclear elements in both games that players feel and love. Turn-based struggle is still flexible and satisfactory, especially when players unlock all 108 stars in fate and have their choice of heroes to replace and out, and the dueling battles and large-scale warfare that have always separated the series from other classic JRPG improves without changing.
Although it would have been nice to see Konami add additional features that made SUIKOD I & II HD Remaster more related to the latest Final fantasy or Stories about … Remasters, the nuclear game for both titles that are included is so timeless that it mostly compensates for it. At the end of the day, Suikod and Suikoda II Is now easily accessible on modern hardware, and it's just worth celebrating.
Reviewed on PS5
The fate of a hero is written in the stars. The legendary Konami Jrpgs Suikod in and Suikoda II has now been remedied in HD!
The story of the Suikoda I: A once known hero turns into a violent tyrant, and an empire falls into decline. A liberation army increases in an uprising against an oppressive rule. One by one, the 108 stars gather in Destiny to shape the course of history.
The story of Suikoda II: Our story hero and his friend Jowy are members of Unicorn Youth Brigade, who participated in an extended border dispute between Highland Kingdom and the Jowstown city states.
A few months earlier, a weapons agreement was signed between the two forces, both of which were happy to see an end to the fighting.
However, hidden during the temporary peace, the fires continued in a new war to melt …
- Two timeless classics that finally arrive at modern consoles and computer
- Subtle but effective updates of visual and presentation
- Both Suikod and Suikoda II retains their classic game
- Remaster himself is quite easy on improvements to both titles, creating a sense of missed opportunities
Suikod I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars Releases March 6, 2025 for PC, Playstation 4, Playstation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S. Game Rant was provided with a PS5 code for this review.
