Two JRPG Classics Finally Coming To Xbox In New HD Collection

Xbox has slowly improved its JRPG offerings with series like Dragon Quest and Tales, but there are still some classic series missing. With this in mind, the Grandia HD Collection will finally be making its way across to the Xbox on March 26.

The first title started life on the Sega Saturn in 1997 and the sequel was originally released on Sega’s Dreamcast in 2000.

This updated collection is compised of two updated titles: Grandia HD Remaster and Grandia II HD Remaster. To add to this, Limited Run will also be offering physical copies, with pre-orders kicking off later this week on March 15.

The hard copy of the game will come with a reversible cover and three art cards. Here’s a bit of backstory about these games, courtesy of the Xbox website:

The highly-anticipated Grandia HD Collection for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S are here! Get your hands on two games that changed the landscape of RPGs forever, in beautiful HD graphics.

GRANDIA: Dive into the captivating journey of Justin and his allies as they race against the sinister Garlyle Forces. Unravel the mysteries of a forgotten civilization and immerse yourself in an RPG hailed as a timeless classic, inspiring generations of games to come.

GRANDIA II: Step into the shoes of Ryudo, a jaded Geohound with a heart, as he embarks on a magical quest alongside a group of unlikely allies. Their journey is riddled with twists and turns as they seek a divine weapon to save the world. Delve deep into this tale where the line between good and evil blurs, and everything is open to question…