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[cormack12]

Source: https://www.videogameschronicle.com...laystation-remake-is-reportedly-chrono-cross/

And according to XboxEra co-founder Nick Baker, the remake in question is Chrono Cross Remastered.

“Chrono Cross Remastered, I think, was already on the Nivida leak list, so the game shouldn’t be a surprise – it was on Nvidia’s list. But I was told that that VGC article is about Chrono Cross Remastered,”

“What else I was told—because everyone’s working under the assumption that it’s a PlayStation exclusive—I’ve been told that it’s not. The only word that was used was ‘multiplat’.

“Now, when I hear JRPG and multiplat, I automatically assume PC, PlayStation, Switch, that’s my assumption. That’s not what I was told, that’s just my assumption. All my source said to me was ‘multiplat’. That’s what they said, they told me it wasn’t PlayStation exclusive.”

Baker continued: “But I think there’s confusion because it says that PlayStation is set to announce it, so everyone just works under the assumption that PlayStation is announcing something that would exclusive, which they don’t always do. Pragmata isn’t exclusive, they’ve announced plenty of stuff [that isn’t exclusive].

“But again, I don’t know if Xbox is one of those platforms. I work under the assumption that it’s not because it’s a JRPG.”

 

[ParaSeoul]

These dudes really just latch onto whatever they think is most likely to happen with no actual insider info.

 

[yurinka]

If true, it sucks. I'd be interested on Chrono Trigger instead, which is the good one.

 

[ParaSeoul]

If true, it sucks. I'd be interested on Chrono Trigger instead, which is the good one.

I mean thats more reason why Cross should get a remake right? Chance to make it better.

 

[Captain Toad]

If true, it sucks. I'd be interested on Chrono Trigger instead, which is the good one.

Chrono Trigger doesn't need to be remade. I can't envision any scenario in which it's not inferior to the original.

 

[Punished Miku]

Chrono Trigger doesn't need to be remade. I can't envision any scenario in which it's not inferior to the original.

I'd take a HD 2D Chrono Trigger though. And unlock the original ROM after you beat it.

 

[ToTTenTranz]

Remaster != Remake.

I wouldn't be too excited for this if it's just a remaster, whatever the platform this ends up releasing on.

 

[CrimsonSquall]

I mean thats more reason why Cross should get a remake right? Chance to make it better.

There’s a serious issue here. I’ve made this blunder before mind you, but the title says REMAKE, but the article is saying REMASTER. Two very different things.

 

[Punished Miku]

Remaster != Remake.

I wouldn't be too excited for this if it's just a remaster, whatever the platform this ends up releasing on.

I don't think you can really remaster PS1 titles. The minimum we should expect is like FFVIII with redone character models.

 

[yurinka]

I mean thats more reason why Cross should get a remake right? Chance to make it better.

Chrono Trigger doesn't need to be remade. I can't envision any scenario in which it's not inferior to the original.

Well, I think Chrono Cross isn't worth the effort. They could try to make a FFVIIR-like AAA Chrono Trigger remake, or to assemble another dream team (not the same guys, most of them are retired or almost) as they did for Chrono Trigger and to make a AAAA Chrono Trigger 2.

 

[OmegaSupreme]

Wasn't this part of the Nvidia leak? Might as well take that list as gospel at this point if this turns out to be true.

 

[wvnative]

Square-Enix would rather go through the pain in the ass to remaster a middling sequel to one of their cult classics before porting Trigger or Classic FF games to consoles?

Sadly, sounds legit for Square

 

[TrueLegend]

Why are we here...just to not get Metal Gear Solid Remake?

 

[Kev Kev]

Why are we here...just to not get Metal Gear Solid Remake?

remakes

remakes never change

 

[Fake]

I can't believe I saying that, but I getting tired of remakes.

 

[Gamer_By_Proxy]

These dudes really just latch onto whatever they think is most likely to happen with no actual insider info.

I did the same thing for the Halo MP dropping during the xbox anniversary show. I was right! I'm a genius!!! total insider . . . yea . . .

 

[lostinblue]

If true, it sucks. I'd be interested on Chrono Trigger instead, which is the good one.

They're both great games.

Chrono Cross remaster is something that I'd love to see actually as I'm sure the art was done with more than 640x480 pixels. But I expect it to be an AI upscale endeavour.

 

[TrueLegend]

remakes

remakes never change

The games we have lost.....the masterpieces....to the pachinko machine

 

[Kokoloko85]

Ill buy either a trigger or cross remake.
But please do a MGS remake before a MGS2&3 remake… and no I dont want Twin Snakes

 

[cragarmi]

It was never thought of as an exclusive? I always thought it was meant to be a multiplat, timed exclusive to PlayStation?

 

[lostinblue]

Well, I think Chrono Cross isn't worth the effort. They could try to make a FFVIIR-like AAA Chrono Trigger remake, or to assemble another dream team (not the same guys, most of them are retired or almost)

Most of the Chrono Cross team left Square-Enix afterwards along with the Xenogears team because Square wanted to merge them into the FFXI team.

And they went and joined Monolith Software. Baten Kaitos and Baten Kaitos Origins are 100% Chrono Cross ADN.


Shame they stopped there, as Baten Kaitos Origins is the best game they ever did.

EDIT: On second reading starting the post with "Most of the Chrono Cross team" and ending with "100% Chrono Cross ADN" is an exaggeration on my part.

 

[Kuranghi]

You think theres a porn adaptation of Chrono Cross called... well I'm sure you can guess.

 

[Radical Dreamer]

Chrono Cross is for me best game ever made. I just wish they won't half-ass it like other "remasters" recently released. Who am I kidding though. Still have original on PSone though

 

[OmegaSupreme]

Colin Moriarity vouches for these guys all the time so I'm assuming they're legit. I'd rather have a Legends of Dragoon remake but I'll take it.

 

[lostinblue]

Chrono Trigger doesn't need to be remade. I can't envision any scenario in which it's not inferior to the original.

I can't imagine a scenario where modern Square-Enix does a remake that isn't inferior to the original.

Remember Stranger of Paradise Final Fantasy Origin is a FF1 remake

You think theres a porn adaptation of Chrono Cross called... well I'm sure you can guess.

Chrono Break?

 

[Thaedolus]

I don't think you can really remaster PS1 titles. The minimum we should expect is like FFVIII with redone character models.

I think that’s all we can expect if it’s a remaster, in which case…meh…

 

[Kacho]

Colin Moriarity vouches for these guys all the time so I'm assuming they're legit. I'd rather have a Legends of Dragoon remake but I'll take it.

He vouches for Xbox Era?

 

[OmegaSupreme]

He vouches for Xbox Era?

VGC.

 

[Kacho]

VGC.

Ok, I was about to side eye him real hard on that one since that's the source of this rumor. I'd trust these clowns as much as I would trust JEZ! Corden.

 

[Interfectum]

 

[Gp1]

Basically

"Hey fellow gaffers, i'm a negoaf user and i think it is Final Fantasy 9 remake.

You guy can publish this as news now. Thanks!"

These dudes really just latch onto whatever they think is most likely to happen with no actual insider info.

 

[skit_data]

”That playstation game you heard about, yeah I heard it’s Chrono Cross and I heard its a multiplat”

Yeah, no. If it’s multiplat its probably not the ”playstation game that’s getting remade”. Probably two separate projects.

Edit: Ok, IF this is indeed the game the ”multiplatform” probably refers to a PC version. It could be like KOTOR.

 

[tygertrip]

Ugh. Imagine remaking that crappy Chrono Cross instead of Chrono Trigger. That sequel completely missed what made CT so good.

 

[Draugoth]

I would be surprised if the ysaid it before the Nvidia leak.

But it's bound to happen at this point

 

[tygertrip]

I mean thats more reason why Cross should get a remake right? Chance to make it better.

They sure as heck couldn't make it any worse!

 

[tygertrip]

Chrono Trigger doesn't need to be remade. I can't envision any scenario in which it's not inferior to the original.

Good point. They'd fuck it up. Although I really like what I've played of FF7R. But I always felt FF7 wasn't near as good as CT.

 

[tygertrip]

They're both great games.

Proof that one man's junk is another man's treasure!

 

[wipeout364]

Would be nice to play chronological cross again, probably in my top 5 RPG of PS1 era. Xenogears would be amazing as well. Just need them cleaned up a bit and compatible with modern systems with no load times.

 

[TheDrunkenMerchant]

Add in abilities to speed up gameplay and disable random battles, up-res the graphics, and balance some of the battles and I'm set. If they want to go above and beyond (lol cause Square Enix), fix some of that ending story dump and include Chrono Break.

You'd think they'd redo the ending because it was obviously rushed like Xenogears.

 

[Rentahamster]

I never bothered to play Chrono Cross because even though I loved Chrono Trigger. Perhaps I should give it a chance.

 

[Captain Toad]

I can't imagine a scenario where modern Square-Enix does a remake that isn't inferior to the original.

Remember Stranger of Paradise Final Fantasy Origin is a FF1 remake

Have you played the demo? It's actually really good. I'm super excited for that game.

I don’t think SE considers it a remake. It's like a retelling of a similar story, or some aspects of the story, but also a completely different game. It's confusing. But, the actual game is Dark Souls with Final Fantasy job systems and is really cool, regardless of how corny the cutscenes are.

 

[Radical Dreamer]

Add in abilities to speed up gameplay and disable random battles, up-res the graphics, and balance some of the battles and I'm set. If they want to go above and beyond (lol cause Square Enix), fix some of that ending story dump and include Chrono Break.

You'd think they'd redo the ending because it was obviously rushed like Xenogears.

There mostly arent random battles at all. You pretty much always see in the game where enemies are and almost always can avoid them. You are drunken drunken indeed.

 

[lostinblue]

Have you played the demo? It's actually really good. I'm super excited for that game.

No, I'm not on next gen yet. (I think the demo is still next gen exclusive?)

But it's team ninja so I'm sure gameplay is fine, the story though... Seems like a repeat from other M on that front. (just switch Baby with Chaos)

I'm glad if it shapes up to be a good game.

You'd think they'd redo the ending because it was obviously rushed like Xenogears.

Pacing speeds a bit near the end, which is normal on big RPG's, they just had to wrap it up.

The thing with Chrono Cross, I think is that they designed the middle of the game to be very open, events are triggered by people on your party or going somewhere, but they're written in a way that chronologically they can happen either early on or later on in the game, and act as small quests. Near the end of the game that whole section closes, so there's nothing else to do but finish the game.

That's by design.

Ugh. Imagine remaking that crappy Chrono Cross instead of Chrono Trigger. That sequel completely missed what made CT so good.

If you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, you'll live your whole life believing that it is stupid.

It's no Chrono Trigger. That can be either a good thing or a bad thing.

 

[Hugare]

My favorite game of all time

Will be one of the 5 people who will buy the game tho lol

Square remastering CC before remaking CT is a doozy.

Maybe because all that CC needs are more well rounded character models and AI upscaled background. Will probably be pretty cheap.

I'm hyped

 

[Iced Arcade]

The day this happens is the day Sony's MLB The Show comes to Xbox gamepass day 1.



Jokes aside, nothing will surprise this gen.

 

[protonion]

Meh.

Other than the godly map theme, I have zero memories of this game.

Xenogears, FF9 or FFT please.

 

[FingerBang]

I heard about this one too, can confirm it's happening

 

[German Hops]

I never bothered to play Chrono Cross because even though I loved Chrono Trigger. Perhaps I should give it a chance.

To be fair, CC is its own thing.
It does have some "loose" connections to CT, but I never consider it a true sequel.

 

[yurinka]

Most of the Chrono Cross team left Square-Enix afterwards along with the Xenogears team because Square wanted to merge them into the FFXI team.

When I said a dream team, I meant the one that made the masterpiece that was Chrono Trigger. The team who made Chrono Cross wasn't a dream team, and made an average game.

 

[lostinblue]

Maybe because all that CC needs are more well rounded character models and AI upscaled background. Will probably be pretty cheap.

To be fair, I could bet Yasuyuki Honne might have all the original art in HD still. With a games like FF9 where HD art has been uncovered but has been mostly lost, several artists had a hand in it so I guess no one had access to everything and backed up everything, but with Chrono Cross, the background art is all Yasuyuki Honne.

Chrono Cross 3D models were really well made for the PSone, if it ran 640x480 with perspective correction and no dithering it wouldn't appear that bad on the Dreamcast, unlike most games of the time.

When I said a dream team, I meant the one that made the masterpiece that was Chrono Trigger. The team who made Chrono Cross wasn't a dream team, and made an average game.

I disagree

They pushed the system really hard with the dev workstations they inherited from the FFVIII team, made a world that aged really well and did it with tons of variety and technical prowess. You can't pull that with an average team.

And this team had lots of people that worked on Chrono Trigger, just not Sakaguchi and Horii.

The writer is the same, Masato Kato, attached to him is a music box orchestrated song being in the game, it's a staple in his games. also present on Chrono Trigger (started there, afaik).

With Yasuyuki Honne that also worked on Chrono trigger, you have staples of his that started with this game, like the crayon level. On Baten Kaitos you have the Story book level, and on Baten Kaitos Origins you have the clay level.

Audio design is out of this world as well, so close to metal it's insane. OST liner notes here, if anyone is interested. (search for "memory" for the instances they say they lacked RAM or had a little extra) Chrono Cross is all MIDI, but with samples they mostly recorded themselves (this is uncommon) as is, every piece being defined by the amount of memory they had. More Tracks? Sung voiceovers? "oh, that's a level we had extra memory". It's certainly part of the product I can't imagine remastering and improving upon without making it very different.

It's a product that punched well above what some deem as a "bad sequel" (which it is, because it's not a real sequel, in reality).