Square Enix, in collaboration with Red Art Games, has announced the upcoming release of Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song- Remastered International for the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch. Originally launched in 2022, this remastered version of the fourth entry in the SaGa series will be available both physically and digitally in Western markets early next year.
One of the significant updates in this release is the inclusion of additional language options. The game now features text localization in French, German, Italian, and Spanish, expanding its accessibility beyond the existing English and Japanese options. This marks the first time Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song- will be available in these languages.
Physical editions of the game are now available for pre-order through VGP’s official online store, with three options to choose from:
- Standard Edition: Includes a copy of the game.
- Special Edition: Features a copy of the game with a reversible cover and a PVC keychain.
- Collector’s Edition: Contains a copy of the game with a reversible cover, a box with retro-inspired cover art (varied by platform), a Steelcase, an artbook, a manual, and three postcards.
Akitoshi Kawazu, SaGa Series General Director, expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming broader international release, sharing:
With the support of Red Art Games, we’re now able to release a new version of Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song- Remastered that includes localization into French, German, Italian and Spanish languages. We are finally able to grant this desire of our loyal fans! We know there’s a big SaGa fanbase and community in the West, so releasing a new localized edition of the game to more of our fans has long been a dream of mine. I hope to continue to fulfil the wishes of our fans, as well as creating opportunities for even more people to play the game.
Masanori Ichikawa, SaGa Series Producer, also highlighted the collaboration with Red Art Games:
The opportunity for this release all began when Michael Binkowski (CEO, Red Art Games) and Romain Mahut (Communications Manager, Red Art Games) contacted me directly. Thanks to them, a long-time dream of ours is coming true and I’m so grateful. From visiting the Red Art Games office in France to all the discussions we’ve had on this project, it’s been an amazing experience from start to finish, and I can’t wait for SaGa fans to get their hands on this beautiful game.
Hiroyuki Miura, another Producer on the SaGa Series, emphasized the impact of the new language support:
Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song- Remastered International is a title that allows players to enjoy a great many of the characteristic mechanics of the SaGa series, including the Freeform Scenario system, Glimmer, and Combos. The addition of new localization into French, German, Italian and Spanish is particularly impactful for the freeform scenario. Now, players globally will be able to experience the story on an even deeper level, in their native language. I’m excited for more people to discover the SaGa series thanks to the additional language support and the physical release of the game. I’m delighted to be partnering with Red Art Games on this collaboration.
Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song- Remastered follows the journey of eight protagonists, each with their own storyline and goal. Players can expect remastered graphics, new quality-of-life features, and additional gameplay elements. The game’s Freeform Scenario system seeks to provide a unique adventure for every player, with actions affecting the world around them.
