Pegi hints at tales of eternia remaster – but is it a switch exclusive?
A flicker of light in the archives – a PEGI rating has surfaced suggesting a remaster of the notoriously overlooked Tales of Eternia is on its way. Forget the noise surrounding Tales of Destiny 2; Bandai Namco’s quietly resurrecting a PSP title, but with a curious twist.
Nintendo switch as the sole platform?
The European ratings board, PEGI, has flagged a Tales of Eternia Remastered listing, a development that’s immediately thrown the gaming community into a minor frenzy. Bandai Namco, of course, hasn’t formally announced anything, yet. Gematsu’s trawling of PEGI data confirms the impending project, though it’s a development shrouded in a peculiar ambiguity. Currently, the listing exclusively points to Nintendo Switch – a decision that feels… deliberate. Is this a strategic move, a misread by the rating board, or a sign that we’re witnessing a platform-specific release?
A forgotten tale
For many, Tales of Eternia is little more than a hazy memory – a 2000 PSP title that initially launched as Tales of Destiny II outside Japan. A confusing quirk, admittedly, and one that obscures the narrative's core: a seemingly ordinary stranger thrusts you into a desperate defense of the vulnerable. The game subsequently spawned a 13-episode anime series, a testament to its initial appeal. It's a fascinating, if somewhat buried, corner of the Tales universe. But let’s be blunt: it was largely ignored.
A cynical response
The news has predictably sparked a wave of lukewarm reactions online. While a remaster is generally welcomed, a chorus of disgruntled fans are voicing concerns about Bandai Namco’s remastering strategy. Comments like ‘The Berseria remaster was a joke’ aren’t exactly ringing with enthusiasm. There’s a distinct sentiment growing – a weary acknowledgment that the company needs to up its game, to deliver more than just superficial enhancements. The demand isn’t for flashy new features; it’s for a faithful, considered revival of these classic titles.
The technical details – or lack thereof
PEGI has assigned a 12 rating, citing “depictions of non-realistic looking violence towards human and fantasy characters,” alongside a smattering of mild language. Given the extensive remastering campaigns of titles like Tales of Berseria, Tales of Grace f, and Tales of Symphonia Remastered, the question is: what’s been brought to the table? Rumors suggest the potential inclusion of modern gaming options, such as toggleable enemy encounters – a staple of recent remasters – but nothing has been officially confirmed. Bandai Namco’s silence is, frankly, deafening.
Ishikawa’s ambivalent promise
Last year, producer Yuki Ishikawa alluded to a potential Tales of the Abyss remaster during a conversation with IGN, stating he’d “work hard towards” making it a reality. However, the prospect remains frustratingly vague. The current situation with Tales of Eternia – a solitary Switch listing – feels almost like a deliberate stalling tactic. It’s a frustratingly opaque strategy from a company that’s, ostensibly, keen to revisit its back catalog.
The verdict: watch closely
Ultimately, the fate of Tales of Eternia Remastered hangs in the balance. Until Bandai Namco provides concrete details – and swiftly – we're left with a tantalizing hint and a growing sense of skepticism. Let’s hope this isn’t another case of a promising remaster reduced to a digital footnote. The industry needs to remember that quality trumps quantity.