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The Legend of Heroes
The Legend of Heroes series is active across multiple fronts: NIS America is bringing the Crossbell arc to current-gen consoles in September 2026, Good Smile Company is releasing a MODEROID kit of Testa-Rossa from Trails of Cold Steel in December 2026, and Kotobukiya showed figure prototypes of Trails characters at Anime Expo 2026.
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Jul 3
NIS America announced on June 11, 2026 that The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero and Trails to Azure will launch for Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5 on September 10. The ports feature improved performance, 4K resolution, upscaled textures, and mouse support on Switch 2. A Crossbell duology Limited Edition is also available.
Good Smile Company's MODEROID series announced a plastic model kit of Testa-Rossa, the Vermilion Knight from The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel, on June 16, 2026. The kit stands approximately 180mm tall, features movable joints, clear parts for jewels, and includes a weapon sword. Pre-orders are open for a December 2026 release at 9,500 yen. Testa-Rossa is the third Divine Knight from the series to get a MODEROID kit, joining Valimar and Ordine.
At Anime Expo 2026 on July 2, Kotobukiya showed prototypes for Trails series characters Estelle Bright and Joshua Bright as part of its figure announcements. The prototypes were displayed alongside figures from other franchises, indicating continued merchandising support for the series.
Key facts
- Trails from Zero and Trails to Azure release date
- September 10, 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5 ↗
- Trails from Zero and Trails to Azure ports features
- Improved performance, 4K resolution, upscaled textures, and mouse support on Switch 2 ↗
- MODEROID Testa-Rossa kit release window
- December 2026 ↗
- MODEROID Testa-Rossa kit price
- 9,500 yen ↗
- MODEROID Testa-Rossa kit height
- Approximately 180mm tall ↗
- Kotobukiya figure prototypes shown
- Estelle Bright and Joshua Bright from the Trails series ↗
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6d ago
As the second half of 2026 approaches, Japanese gaming outlets Inside and Game Spark have each published a list of five recommended 'prep games' to play this summer before the release of highly anticipated sequels and new titles. The lists focus on games that either continue directly in story or deepen understanding of an upcoming release through shared worldviews and settings. Among the selections, 'Trails in the Sky the 2nd', a full remake sequel to 'Trails in the Sky the 1st', is highlighted for its continuous story and linked bonuses with the previous game. The article notes that the 'Trails in the Sky' series is the origin of the entire 'Trails' franchise, making it essential for series newcomers. Another pick is 'Fire Emblem: Three Houses', released in 2019, which the sources suggest may share a worldview connection with the upcoming 'Fire Emblem: Ban Shihong', citing a shared place name and a reminiscent character. Both outlets list the same five games, with 'Trails in the Sky the 2nd' and 'Fire Emblem: Ban Shihong' as the lead entries, each slated for release on September 17, 2026.
Aug 7
Nihon Falcom released the latest promotional trailer for the story RPG Trails in the Sky the 2nd on August 7, 2026. The video, set to the theme song Silver Will, Golden Wings, shows Estelle Bright and her companions deciding to set out on a new journey as senior bracers. It also condenses highlights including fierce battles against the clandestine society Ouroboros and the greatest crisis to strike the Liberl Kingdom. The game is the second installment in the full remake project following Trails in the Sky the 1st, which was released in September 2025. Based on the original The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC, it depicts the conclusion of the journey of bracers Estelle and Joshua. The remake renews character expressions, revamps event scenes, and inherits a battle system that seamlessly switches between quick battles and command battles. It also includes enhanced actions for each character and production set across the entire Liberl Kingdom. Trails in the Sky the 2nd is scheduled for release on September 17, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PS5, and Steam. The standard edition costs 8,800 yen, the Ouroboros Box costs 13,860 yen, and the Digital Deluxe Edition costs 12,650 yen, all tax included.
Jul 3
Kotobukiya announced a wide range of new figure prototypes and color samples at Anime Expo 2026 in Los Angeles on July 2. The company revealed supervising prototypes for "Super Kaguya-hime!" figures of Kaguya, Tsukimi Yachiyo, and Sayori Sakayori, as well as a prototype for "Magic Knight Rayearth" Hikaru Shidou. Under the OSHI WORKS line, prototypes were shown for "Attack on Titan The Final Season" characters Mikasa, Armin, Levi, and Sasha. The new OSHI WORKS Mini brand debuted with color samples of "The Apothecary Diaries" Maomao and "TRIGUN STARGAZE" Vash the Stampede and Nicholas D. Wolfwood. For game-related figures, Kotobukiya showed the first color sample of a 1/4 scale "Goddess of Victory: NIKKE" Anis figure. OSHI WORKS Mini color samples were also displayed for "Persona 3 Reload" and "Persona 5 The Royal" protagonists, plus prototypes for "Trails" series characters Estelle Bright and Joshua Bright, and SNK characters Mai Shiranui, Angel, and Kula Diamond. Additional figures included "Cyberpunk: Edgerunners" Rebecca and "Snowball Earth" Tetsuo Yabusame and Ao Nogi.
Jun 16
Good Smile Company's MODEROID series is releasing a plastic model kit of Testa-Rossa, the Vermilion Knight from The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel. The kit stands approximately 180mm tall, features movable joints, clear parts for jewels, and includes a weapon sword. Pre-orders are open for a December 2026 release at 9,500 yen.
Jun 11
NIS America announced that The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero and Trails to Azure will launch for Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5 on September 10. The ports feature improved performance, 4K resolution, upscaled textures, and mouse support on Switch 2. A Crossbell duology Limited Edition is also available.