The classic PlayStation RPG, SaGa Frontier 2, has received a surprise remaster and is now available on Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, PC via Steam, Android, and iOS devices.  Announced during a recent Nintendo Direct, the remaster boasts a visually enhanced presentation, gameplay refinements, and brand-new content, breathing new life into this beloved 1999 title.

The SaGa series, originating as Makai Toushi SaGa in Japan and later known as The Final Fantasy Legend in the West, holds a unique position within Square Enix's history.  Evolving into the Romancing SaGa series and then SaGa Frontier, the franchise has cultivated a dedicated following over numerous releases.  This latest remaster follows the successful re-release of SaGa Frontier Remastered, demonstrating Square Enix's continued commitment to the series.

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Overseen by series creator Akitoshi Kawazu, SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered delivers substantial improvements. Players can enjoy new post-game content, a refined interface for navigating story events, enhanced visuals that retain the game's distinct watercolor aesthetic, and gameplay additions like Parameter Inheritance and New Game+ mode.  The remaster also incorporates the previously Japan-exclusive excavation minigame, Dig! Dig! Digger, originally accessible through the PocketStation peripheral.

The release of SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered comes at a time when Square Enix's release schedule appears relatively light following a strategic shift last year. With only Dragon Quest 1+2 HD-2D Remake slated for a 2025 release window, and titles like Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3, Dragon Quest 12: Flames of Fate, and Kingdom Hearts 4 still in development with uncertain timelines, the SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered launch fills a gap in the company's offerings.

The continued support for the SaGa series stands out, especially given Square Enix's recent cancellations and underperforming titles.  Following the sales shortfalls of Final Fantasy 16 and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, the company adopted a multiplatform strategy for the Final Fantasy series.  In this context, the ongoing investment in a niche series like SaGa is noteworthy and a welcome development for its fans.