All articles tagged with #hd 2d
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Nintendo Everything
Square Enix is developing its first HD-2D action RPG, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, to challenge its genre range and reach new audiences, with the game set for release in 2026 on Nintendo Switch 2 and a demo available now.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Nintendo Life
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales is a charming HD-2D action RPG inspired by SNES classics like Zelda, featuring exploration, puzzle-solving, and engaging combat with unique mechanics like a fairy companion and weapon upgrades, despite some technical issues in the demo.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Rock Paper Shotgun
Square Enix announced Octopath Traveler 0, a prequel to the 2019 RPG, featuring a town-building element where players can customize and rebuild the hometown of Wishvale after it is burned down, with gameplay retaining the original's battle system and visual style. The game is set to release on December 4th, 2023.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Nintendo Life
Square Enix announced Octopath Traveler 0 for Switch 1 and 2, releasing on December 4, 2025, featuring new gameplay elements like town building and customizable protagonists, alongside classic HD-2D visuals and turn-based battles.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Video Games Chronicle
Square Enix announced Octopath Traveler 0, a prequel in the series, set to release on December 4 for Switch and Switch 2, featuring new gameplay elements, a customizable protagonist, and a story of restoration in the realm of Orsterra.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Inverse
Square Enix's HD-2D art style, popularized by Octopath Traveler, is being used in the Dragon Quest 3 remake, sparking interest in potential remakes of other classic games like Final Fantasy VI. Producer Masaaki Hayasaka expressed a personal desire to see FFVI in HD-2D, noting the artistic challenges involved in adapting games with established aesthetics. The Dragon Quest 3 remake aims to rejuvenate the series' user base by offering a fresh entry point while maintaining nostalgic elements. The success of Dragon Quest XI influenced the remake's development.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Nintendo Life
The article argues that the Erdrick Trilogy (Dragon Quest I, II, and III) is the perfect candidate for the HD-2D remake treatment, especially given the strong ties and references to these games in Dragon Quest XI. The remake would not only honor the series' legacy but also introduce these classic titles to a new generation with enhanced visuals and gameplay improvements.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by GameSpot
A fan project by 3D pixel artist Dott reimagines the original Pokemon Red and Blue games in an HD-2D style using the Unreal Engine, showcasing locations like Pallet Town and Vermillion City. The project takes inspiration from recent Square Enix titles like Octopath Traveler II and Triangle Strategy. While official HD-2D remakes of classic Pokemon games are unlikely, Dott's channel also includes videos depicting Square Enix classics like Final Fantasy Tactics and Chrono Trigger in the HD-2D style.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Kotaku
3D pixel artist Dott has created digital dioramas in the "HD-2D" graphics style, which combines pixel art with modern 3D rendering, as a tribute to the Pokémon universe. The videos, running in Unreal Engine 5, showcase a surreal and dreamy atmosphere that is both familiar and new, featuring elegant lighting and bokeh effects. The "HD-2D" style was first introduced in Square Enix's Octopath Traveler and has since been used in three more games, including a remake of 1994's Live A Live.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Destructoid
Classic RPG Live A Live, which was remade in HD-2D last year, is coming to PlayStation 4, PS5, and PC via Steam on April 27. The game features multiple protagonists and paths, each with their own distinct mechanics and systems. The remake includes remastered music from Yoko Shimomura. A demo is currently available on PS4, PS5, and Steam.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Anime News Network
Live a Live, a classic RPG, is getting an "HD-2D" remake and will be released on PS5, PS4, and PC on April 27. The game features eight different scenarios, each with its own unique story and characters, and allows players to switch between them at any time. The remake will feature updated graphics and sound, as well as new gameplay mechanics.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by IGN
Square Enix's Live a Live, an HD-2D remake of the original 1994 SNES game, will be released on PC, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5 on April 27. The game follows eight stories that take place in different periods, from prehistory to the distant future. PlayStation Plus members and Steam users can preorder the game at a 20% discount, and a free playable demo is available for both platforms.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Polygon
Square Enix's cult RPG, Live A Live, is getting a remaster and will be released on Steam, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5 on April 27. The game features a time-hopping storyline with distinct storytelling styles and game mechanics. The new remake uses Square Enix's HD-2D style and is directed by Takashi Tokita, a star of the mid-'90s Square Enix team.