Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven news & patch notes

Greetings rulers of Varennes, First and foremost, we want to sincerely thank you for your unwavering support and passion for Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven. We hope the game continues to bring you joy and fun. Patch 1.0.2 is live! Please read the full changelog below: ■ Additional Features The following features have been added.

• Restart Battles Players will now be able to return to their last save point or return to the title screen while in mid-battle.
• Display Obtained Formations The Emperor appointment screen will now show whether or not the Formation tied to that class has already been obtained.
• Battle Menu Shortcut Players will be able to return to the top of their Tech and Spell menus during battle via a shortcut button. (△ of the PlayStation controller, Y of the Xbox controller)
• Adjust Camera Speed Added another increment level for adjusting camera speed in Settings.

■ Bug Fixes The following issues have been fixed.

• An issue where a debug character would appear during gameplay.
• An issue where recruitable characters in the tavern would not experience appropriate attribute gains.
• Issues when attempting to buy or sell items at shops.
• An issue where Shadow Servant and magic shield spell effects would not stack properly.
• An issue where TP would not be distributed properly to retinue members who did not take action during an encounter.
• Other minor bug fixes.

This game is a full remake of Romancing SaGa 2, the classic RPG from 1993 that sold a million copies in Japan. The original game has been rebuilt with numerous accessibility updates to make it an exciting and enjoyable experience for SaGa series veterans and complete newcomers alike. ■Story Seven heroes saved the world in ages past, but the ancients feared their power and exiled them to another dimension. Thousands of years have elapsed since The Seven were banished, and they have long passed into legend, but it was always said that they would return one day to save the world again. Finally, they appear once more, but none can say what fate the heroes return will herald… ■Imperial Succession The player becomes the Emperors of Avalon and works to expand the realm while battling against the Seven Heroes. To stand against the incredible might of these foes, successive Emperors must pass their powers down the line of succession to their descendants and engage in an epic conflict that spans millennia. ■Characters Over 30 different classes, featuring a plethora of races and occupations. Each class has its own unique capabilities, favoured weapons and magical powers. Characters from any class can ascend to become emperor.

Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven Demo available now!

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45065531/45ddb5a444af8cd2c63d3c774a37dd0016125964.png The demo lets you enjoy the opening chapter of the game, where Emperor Leon and his comrades take on Kzinssie of the Seven Heroes. Story progress from the demo can be carried over to the full game.

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45065531/45ddb5a444af8cd2c63d3c774a37dd0016125964.png In the demo, you can enjoy the beginning of the story, up until Emperor Leon and his teammates challenge Kzinssie, one of the Seven Heroes. Save data from this demo can be carried over to the full game. In addition, we've received a message for you all from Shinichi Tatsuke, the producer of this game. Please enjoy them below, in interview format.

1. For people who have never played, or perhaps even heard of, the original Romancing SaGa 2, please can you describe Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven in your own words?

In this game, players will experience an epic story that is rarely found in standard RPGs. The player becomes the Emperor of the Empire and confronts the Seven Heroes. However, the Seven Heroes are too strong to be defeated in a single generation, so the power of imperial succession is used to pass on abilities and knowledge to the next emperor from one generation to the next. Thus begins a battle that spans thousands of years between the Empire and the Seven Heroes.

2. What made you decide to remake Romancing SaGa 2?

I was invited to join the project by the original creator, Kawazu-san, and the rest of the SaGa team; that was the beginning. The development team had just finished Trials of Mana, and we were considering what to make next, so the timing was perfect.

3. Do you need to have played a SaGa game before to enjoy this one?

This title has no connection to the rest of the SaGa franchise in terms of worldview or storyline, so anyone can enjoy the game. In addition, the game is designed to be easy to pick up even for beginners, with comprehensive tutorials and an option to select the difficulty mode.

4. What new features have been added to this remake?

There are a lot of new features in this remake! There are new episodes from the Seven Heroes’ pasts, the battle system has been updated with increased strategic elements through United Attacks and the timeline, we’ve added new areas for character growth with abilities, plus new classes, new formations, new techniques, and new spells. There’s also upgraded facility development and equipment crafting in the game, in addition to new mini-games, such as the University Exams and Mr. S Finder. I’m also happy to share we’ve added three difficulty modes to choose from, fully voiced event scenes with English and Japanese voice acting, the soundtrack has been completely redone, and we’ve included the option to toggle between the rearranged version and the original retro music… There’s quite a lot, and even more for players to discover in the full game!

5. What are some key techniques for getting the most out of the battle system?

First, think about using various techniques and spells to strike the enemy’s weakness. If you can strike the enemy’s weakness, the Overdrive gauge in the lower right corner will increase and you will be able to inflict a powerful United Attack.

6. There are new difficulty levels in the game. Why did you add these and how do they change the game?

In order to encourage more players to experience this title and reach beyond those that have already played the original, we have prepared a “Casual” difficulty mode, which will enable newcomers, or simply those looking for a more story-focused experience, to play the game without frustration. On the other hand, we’ve also prepared a “Normal” difficulty mode for RPG players who are used to strategic turn-based combat and a “Hard (Classic)” difficulty mode for fans of the original title and SaGa.

7. Please tell us a little about the lineage system and what positive elements it brings to the game.

There is a limit to the techniques, spells and such powers that a single emperor can learn. However, these powers can be passed down through generations to emperors of various classes, which will ultimately help birth emperors with overwhelming powers. You’ll need to accumulate several generations worth of power and experience in order to defeat all of the Seven Heroes.

8. What are you most excited for fans to discover when they play the game or demo for themselves?

It's up to the player to decide which order to defeat the Seven Heroes and which class to select for the Emperor’s succession. There are as many stories as there are players, and I hope that players will weave their own unique Romancing SaGa 2 history.

9. Do you have advice for players who are starting the game or demo for the first time?

I think it’s best to first enjoy the story and gradually get familiar with the battles. If you are stuck, going back to the tutorials on the menu should make it easier to progress. Also, don’t be afraid to knock down the difficulty mode as needed—you can do this at any time outside of combat through the settings menu.

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35991104/9e3f7e5519a15b8250c8cca4dfb91cabdaf43a54.png Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is a complete 3D remake of the original Romancing SaGa 2, first released in 1993 in Japan. This remake keeps the epic story of the war fought between the imperial line of Varennes and the Seven Heroes of legend, as well as all the unique mechanics from the SaGa franchise, such as “Glimmers” and “Formations” while reworking the battle and character growth systems and adding numerous new features such as JP and EN voice acting. Moreover, the expansive world and characters that were originally depicted using pixel graphics have been fully updated to gorgeous 3D. More details can be found at RomancingSaGa2.com. *Pre-purchase to get the following exclusive Bonus Accessory Set: {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/35991104/97d76f6fe9042214d020f200e7e600a8c083d800.png

• Cat's Amulet: An amulet made by a certain renowned thief. Boosts the revenue gained after victorious battles by 10% through the first Imperial Year of the game.
• Shiyuan's Tactical Primer: A tome recording the wisdom of a brilliant military strategist. Boosts the amount of Technique Points gained after victorious battles by 10% through the first Imperial Year of the game.

*Customers who pre-purchase the game until 08:59AM PDT on October 24, 2024, can obtain the bonus equipment items from the treasure box on the ground floor of Avalon Castle after starting play. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2455640/ Follow us on X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/sagagame