The classic Tales of Symphonia remastered with its sequel included. Essential for series fans and an excellent entry point into the franchise. A landmark JRPG available in its best version on PS3.
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Description
HD compilation by Bandai Namco bundling Tales of Symphonia and Dawn of the New World in remasters. Published by Bandai Namco, released in February 2014 in Europe and North America. Tales of Symphonia and Tales of Symphonia Dawn of the New World in HD remasters, over fifteen cumulative playable characters including Lloyd, Colette, Genis and Emil from Sylvarant and Tethe'alla, action JRPG gameplay mixing real-time four-active-character party combat and interconnected world exploration, signature Linear Motion Battle System mechanic with Hi-Ougi Mystic Artes, over a hundred twenty hours of cumulative narrative campaign across the two entries, over a hundred cumulative side quests, HD remastered anime cel-shading aesthetic by Kosuke Fujishima, English voice-over with Scott Menville as Lloyd, soundtrack by Motoi Sakuraba.
Tales of Symphonia Chronicles review
4/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Striking"
MAX
Music
★★★★★
"Legendary"
MAX
Story
★★★★★
"Masterful"
Between fire and lyricism, Motoi Sakuraba's compositions string together nervy battle themes and moving melodies across the adventure. The music hugs the story's high points, galvanising the real-time clashes. This generous score, in the grand tradition of the JRPG, stays close to fans' hearts.
Setting off to escort the Chosen meant to save the world, a young man discovers that his quest rests on a cruel lie binding two worlds. The tale tackles discrimination, sacrifice and friendship with unexpected scope and gravity. Carried by endearing characters, it remains one of the most beloved Tales.
Gameplay
"Excellent"
Fun
"Pleasant"
Addictiveness
"Captivating"
Difficulty
"Balanced"
Lifespan
"Massive"
Bundling two complete RPGs on one disc mechanically doubles the journey, each with its own world, skits and battle system to tame. Side quests, collectible costumes and second runs feed considerable replay value. This remaster let a whole generation rediscover two classics that remain beloved.
Technical info
💾9,4 GB📅25/02/2014
Published by Bandai Namco
Tales of Symphonia Chronicles (PS3) price, value & rarity
An HD compilation from Bandai Namco, Tales of Symphonia Chronicles brings the GameCube classic and its sequel back in high definition, offering late physical access to a revered JRPG. Fairly sought in the West, its interest lies in this careful return of a cult title rather than scarcity. A piece valued by JRPG fans wanting this monument on PS3.
Is Tales of Symphonia Chronicles still worth playing in 2026?
Tales of Symphonia Chronicles remasters in HD the series' cult classic, alongside its direct sequel, one of the finest gateways into the Tales franchise. Symphonia, regarded by many as a JRPG peak of its time, still charms through its dual world of rich storyline, its endearing characters and its real-time combat system that founded the series' identity. The remaster pleasantly freshens the whole. The pacing and some automatisms show their age. But to discover or relive this genre monument in its best version on PS3, this set remains an essential choice.
