A while back, GungHo Online Entertainment teased an HD remasters of Grandia and its sequel for the PC and Switch. Since then, we haven’t heard anything regarding these titles in quite some time. That is until now as the company recently released a press release for the title and states we’ll find out more during E3 2019.
There are, however, a couple of changes. Grandia HD Remaster for the PC will now be released alongside the Switch version. In addition, the Grandia II Anniversary Edition will be renamed to Grandia II HD Remaster. This title will also be sold separately from the Grandia HD Remaster on PC. Meaning that the already available Grandia II Anniversary Edition on Steam will be replaced with the remaster. While the Switch will receive both remasters when released.
Check out the full press release below.
GRANDIA® II Anniversary Edition on Steam to be Renamed GRANDIA II HD Remaster
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. – June 5, 2019 – GungHo Online Entertainment America (GOEA) today announced that critically-acclaimed RPGs GRANDIA HD Collection for the Nintendo SwitchTM will be coming soon. GRANDIA HD Remaster for PC on Steam will also be released day-and-date with the Switch collection. Additionally, GRANDIA® II Anniversary Edition will be renamed to GRANDIA II HD Remaster, which will be sold separately from GRANDIA HD Remaster on PC.
More information on the GRANDIA HD Collection for Nintendo SwitchTM, as well as the GRANDIA HD Remaster and GRANDIA II HD Remaster for PC will be revealed at E3.
Famous for its great characters, mature storytelling, memorable music, and fantastic battle system, these classic JRPGs are renowned for being ahead of their time. GRANDIA HD Collection brings GRANDIA and GRANDIA II together with enhanced visuals, handheld support for the Nintendo SwitchTM, while GRANDIA HD Remaster and GRANDIA II HD Remaster features those same enhance visuals, as well as keyboard/gamepad support for Steam.
Key Features:
- Real-time, turn-based action – Experience and employ a unique action bar system for real-time fighting with distinct characters
- Magic-based combat – Gather Mana Eggs to learn and use magic-based skills, ranging from elemental attacks to character-enhancing magic for defense and offense statistical boosts
- Illustrious worlds to explore – The vibrant worlds in GRANDIA HD Collection include nostalgic starter cities such as Parm (GRANDIA) and Carbo Village (GRANDIA II) to iconic fields and areas such as The End of the World (GRANDIA) and Valmar’s Moon (GRANDIA II)
- Gather Skill Points and ATTACK! – Skill Points or Skill Coins can be used to earn incredibly intense moves that make for an extraordinary fighting experience
- Eclectic Enemy Encounters – The worlds of GRANDIA and GRANDIA II bring forth a plethora of challenging and epic enemies in the wild, as well as main storyline bosses
- Ear-Indulging, Melodious Compositions – Experience world exploration, momentous battles, and legendary in-game experiences in beautiful harmony with musical compositions from acclaimed Japanese composer Noriyuki Iwadare
GRANDIA HD Collection, GRANDIA HD Remaster (PC), and GRANDIA II HD Remaster (PC) will feature a variety of new and improved features such as:
GRANDIA features
- Enhanced details to UI, sprites, and texture art
- Original cinematic videos receiving visual enhancements
- Widescreen support and customizable resolutions (only for PC)
- Steam cards and Achievements (only for PC)
- Audio: Japanese and English
- Language Support: Original English and Japanese plus French and German translation
- Gamepad and keyboard support with remappable controls (only for PC)
GRANDIA II features
- Enhanced details to UI, sprites, and texture art
- Original cinematic videos receiving visual enhancements
- Widescreen support and customizable resolutions (only for PC)
- Audio: Japanese and English
- Language Support: Original English and Japanese plus New French and German translation
The GRANDIA HD Collection will be shown to select press at E3 2019, giving the world the latest look at the highly-anticipated remaster of the pair of RPG classics.
