Exciting Announcement: Lunar Remastered Collection Release Date Revealed
GungHo has officially confirmed the highly anticipated release of the Lunar Remastered Collection, which will feature the beloved classics Lunar: Silver Star Story Complete and Lunar 2: Eternal Blue Complete. Fans can look forward to its launch on April 18, 2025, across multiple platforms including the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. This collection will be available for both physical and digital purchase.
Pricing Details for the Lunar Remastered Collection
Pricing varies based on the format selected. Digital versions are priced uniformly at $49.99 (€49.99) for all platforms. However, those opting for a physical version will see a modest increase, costing $54.99. Notably, GungHo has specified that in the US and Canada, Amazon will be the exclusive retailer for the physical copies. In Europe, only the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 versions will be available at Clear River Games, also retailing for €54.99. Regardless of where you purchase, collectors can enjoy reversible cover art for the retail copies.
A Legacy of Re-releases
The Lunar franchise has a rich history of remasters and re-releases. Originally debuting as Lunar: The Silver Star on the Sega CD, the series saw numerous adaptations, including Lunar: Silver Star Story Complete for the Sega Saturn, PlayStation, and PC. Additionally, fans enjoyed adaptations for the Game Boy Advance with Lunar Legend and for the PSP with Lunar: Silver Star Harmony.
Fewer Adaptations for Lunar 2: Eternal Blue
In contrast, Lunar: Eternal Blue has seen fewer remakes, starting with the Sega CD launch, followed by the Lunar 2: Eternal Blue Complete edition for Sega Saturn and PlayStation. This pattern highlights the popular demand for earlier titles within the franchise.
Mark Your Calendars
Don’t forget the date! The Lunar Remastered Collection will be available on April 18, 2025. Players can choose from a variety of platforms, with confirmed physical copies on Switch and PS4.
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