Here is the logo for next year's event.
Tales of Festival 2018 will run from June 16 to 17 at the Yokohama Arena in Yokohama, Japan, Bandai Namco announced.
The official website for the 2018 edition of the annual festival will launch here on December 18 at noon Japan time.
Upscaled screen resolution, new characters, events, and costumes.
Bandai Namco announced Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC during Microsofts E3 2018 press conference. It will launch this winter.
Here is an overview of the game, via Bandai Namco:Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition includes upscaled screen resolution, new characters, events, and additional content never released outside of Japan. This updated version of the RPG classic will be released this winter.
Follow Yuri Lowell, a resident in the Lower Quarter of Zaphias and former Imperial Knight, as he accepts a mission to retrieve a stolen Blastia Core used to regulate his neighborhoods water supply. This simple mission spins into a series of events that finds Yuri befriending a colorful cast of characters, traveling to exotic locations, and being pushed into the middle of a nefarious plot that threatens the destruction of the entire planet.
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition features two new fully playable party members for North America; Patty Fleur, a young pirate searching for her lost memories, as well as Yuris rival and best friend, Flynn Scifo. Along with these two new playable characters,Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition will include additional scenarios, locations, and costumes that will be all-new for Western players.
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition uses a specialized version of the Tales of series Linear Motion Battle System for combat. Players control a single party member in real-time combat while the other three party members are controlled by a customized set of A.I. commands. Players can swap between the four characters at any time during battles and can perform both physical and Mystic Artes attacks.
And here is the fact sheet:Specs
- Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC
- Genre: Role-playing
- Release Date: Winter 2018
- Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment
- Developer: Bandai Namco Studios
- Players: 1, co-op 2 to 4 (local)
- Ratings: RP
- Localization:
- Voice-Overs: English, Japanese
- Subtitles: English, Neutral Spanish, Brazilian, Portuguese, French
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Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Tales of Vesperia and the return of this fan-favorite with the Definitive Edition!
A power struggle begins in a civilization dependent on an ancient technology, the blastia, and the Empire that controls it. The fates of two friends traveling separate paths intertwine in an epic adventure that threatens the existence of all. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Tales of Vesperia is one of the most beloved entries in the Tales of series and returns with beautifully remastered full HD graphics, never before seen characters, expanded story, and much more!
Key Features
- A Beloved Tale Returns The tale of a young hero on a quest for justice that captivated Tales fans returns to Xbox and makes its way for the first time to PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and Steam!
- Everything in One Edition! Dive into the definitive version of this game with updated full HD graphics, brand-new music tracks, exciting mini-games, bosses, and a collection of unreleased costume DLC!
- The Party Grows Stronger! Yuri sets sail on his adventure with Estelle, a young noble woman; Karol; a boy in pursuit of a guild to call his own; Rita, an eccentric scholar; Raven, a laid-back archer; Judith, a mysterious dragoon; and Repede, a pipe-smoking dog and now two more playable characters join the fray!
- Patty Fleur, a cheerful and tough young pirate girl in search of treasure, adventure and her forgotten memories.
- Flynn Scifo, Yuris best friend and an Imperial Knight, now joins the rest on their journey!
- Fight with Flair! Assemble your favorite team and enjoy exciting real-time battles with all new Mystic Artes and skills!
Watch the announcement trailer below.
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Latest look at the upcoming remaster.
Bandai Namco debuted a new trailer for Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition to attendees at Anime Expo 2018 on July 8, and has today released that trailer online.
Here is an overview of the game, via Bandai Namco:
AboutTales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition is due out for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC this winter.
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Tales of Vesperia and the return of this fan-favorite with the Definitive Edition!
A power struggle begins in a civilization dependent on an ancient technology, the blastia, and the Empire that controls it. The fates of two friends traveling separate paths intertwine in an epic adventure that threatens the existence of all. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Tales of Vesperia is one of the most beloved entries in the Tales of series and returns with beautifully remastered full HD graphics, never before seen characters, expanded story, and much more!
Key Features
- A Beloved Tale Returns The tale of a young hero on a quest for justice that captivated Tales fans returns to Xbox and makes its way for the first time to PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and Steam!
- Everything in One Edition! Dive into the definitive version of this game with updated full HD graphics, brand-new music tracks, exciting mini-games, bosses, and a collection of unreleased costume DLC!
- The Party Grows Stronger! Yuri sets sail on his adventure with Estelle, a young noble woman; Karol; a boy in pursuit of a guild to call his own; Rita, an eccentric scholar; Raven, a laid-back archer; Judith, a mysterious dragoon; and Repede, a pipe-smoking dog and now two more playable characters join the fray!
- Patty Fleur, a cheerful and tough young pirate girl in search of treasure, adventure and her forgotten memories.
- Flynn Scifo, Yuris best friend and an Imperial Knight, now joins the rest on their journey!
- Fight with Flair! Assemble your favorite team and enjoy exciting real-time battles with all new Mystic Artes and skills!
Watch the trailer below.
The fan-favorite Tales RPG returns in early 2019.
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition will launch for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC on January 11, 2019 in the Americas and Europe, Bandai Namco announced.
Bandai Namco also announced a Bandai Namco Online Store-exclusive “Anniversary Bundle” for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Switch with “exclusive collectibles featuring Yuri Lowell, Patty Fleur, Flynn Scifo, and Repede.” Here is a look at the case:
More information will be announced at a later date.
Here is an overview of the game, via Bandai Namco:
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition includes up-scaled screen resolution, characters, events, and costumes that were never released outside of Japan, as well as introducing two new playable party members. Flynn Scifo, the main character’s best friend and rival, and Patty Fleur, a young pirate searching for her lost memories.
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition uses a specialized iteration of the ‘TALES OF’ series’ Linear Motion Battle System for combat. Players control a single party member in real-time combat while other party members are controlled by a customized set of A.I. commands. Players can swap between any of the four characters at any time during battles and can perform physical attacks, Magic Artes or even powerful Mystic Artes
Bandai Namco announced the Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition Set for the West yesterday, and the company followed up with a brand-new trailer for the game showing Yuri, Flynn, Estelle, and more.
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition includes up-scaled screen resolution, characters, events, and costumes that were never released outside of Japan, as well as introducing two new playable party members. Flynn Scifo, the main character’s best friend and rival, and Patty Fleur, a young pirate searching for her lost memories.
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition uses a specialized iteration of the ‘Tales of’ series’ Linear Motion Battle System for combat. Players control a single party member in real-time combat while other party members are controlled by a customized set of A.I. commands. Players can swap between any of the four characters at any time during battles and can perform physical attacks, Magic Artes or even powerful Mystic Artes.
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition releases worldwide on January 11, 2019 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Pre-orders available now.
Bandai Namco has detailed the Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition “Anniversary Bundle” for the Americas and “Premium Edition” for Europe and Southeast Asia.
Get the details below.
Anniversary Edition – Americas ($99.99)
Available for pre-order now at the Bandai Namco Entertainment America Online Store (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch).
- A copy of the game
- Repede metal case
- Memorial Art Book
- Set of 3 acrylics character keychains (Yuri, Patty, and Flynn)
- Exclusive diorama display case stage
Update: Despite the packaging in the image, the Switch version will not require a download, Bandai Namco has confirmed.
Premium Edition – Europe and Southeast Asia (€69.99 on PS4 and Xbox One, €79.99 on Switch)
Available for pre-order now at the Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe Online Store (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch).
- A copy of the game
- Premium Edition box
- Repede metal case
- Four-CD Soundtrack
- Memorial Art Book
- Collectible cards set
- Pin badge set
- Chibi Chara stickers set
In Southeast Asia, the Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition Premium Edition will only be available for PlayStation 4.
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition is due out worldwide for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC on January 11, 2019.
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Hear Patty speak English for the first time.
The first English gameplay footage of Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition has come out of Tokyo Game Show 2018.
The footage reveals new character Patty Fleur’s English voice for the first time. At this time, Gematsu cannot confirm whether the English voice actors for the returning characters are the same as the original release.
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition is due out for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam worldwide on January 11, 2019.
Watch the footage below.
View the screenshots at the gallery
Actor "gutted," he said on Twitter.
Troy Baker, who played Yuri Lowell in the original release of Tales of Vesperia, was not contacted by Bandai Namco to reprise his role for additional recordings in the upcoming Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition, the actor confirmed.
“….wow. Yeah, had no idea about this,” Baker said on Twitter in response the recently released gameplay videos, which use Baker’s old voice-overs mixed with a different actor’s additional recordings. “Was never approached to do any additional lines / scenes. Pretty gutted, to be honest. Love this character so much, would’ve jumped at the chance to step into those boots again.”
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition is due out for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam worldwide on January 11, 2019.
New batch of images released.
Bandai Namco has released a batch of new Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Editionscreenshots highlighting the game’s world, story, and cast of characters.
Here is an overview of the game, via Bandai Namco:
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition includes up-scaled screen resolution, characters, events, and costumes that were never released outside of Japan, as well as introducing two new playable party members. Flynn Scifo, the main character’s best friend and rival, and Patty Fleur, a young pirate searching for her lost memories.
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition uses a specialized iteration of the ‘TALES OF’ series’ Linear Motion Battle System for combat. Players control a single party member in real-time combat while other party members are controlled by a customized set of A.I. commands. Players can swap between any of the four characters at any time during battles and can perform physical attacks, Magic Artes or even powerful Mystic Artes.
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition is due out for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam worldwide on January 11, 2019.
View the screenshots at the gallery.
visit gallery »
Justice sets into motion once again.
Bandai Namco has released a new trailer for Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Editionintroducing the game’s story.
Here is an overview of the game, via Bandai Namco:
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition includes up-scaled screen resolution, characters, events, and costumes that were never released outside of Japan, as well as introducing two new playable party members. Flynn Scifo, the main character’s best friend and rival, and Patty Fleur, a young pirate searching for her lost memories.
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition uses a specialized iteration of the ‘TALES OF’ series’ Linear Motion Battle System for combat. Players control a single party member in real-time combat while other party members are controlled by a customized set of A.I. commands. Players can swap between any of the four characters at any time during battles and can perform physical attacks, Magic Artes or even powerful Mystic Artes.
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition is due out for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam worldwide on January 11, 2019.
Watch the trailer below.
17 new screenshots of the remastered release.
Bandai Namco has released a batch of new Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Editionscreenshots highlighting the game’s battle system.
Here is an overview of the game, via Bandai Namco:
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition includes up-scaled screen resolution, characters, events, and costumes that were never released outside of Japan, as well as introducing two new playable party members. Flynn Scifo, the main character’s best friend and rival, and Patty Fleur, a young pirate searching for her lost memories.
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition uses a specialized iteration of the Tales of series’ Linear Motion Battle System for combat. Players control a single party member in real-time combat while other party members are controlled by a customized set of A.I. commands. Players can swap between any of the four characters at any time during battles and can perform physical attacks, Magic Artes or even powerful Mystic Artes.
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition is due out for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam worldwide on January 11, 2019.
View the screenshots at the gallery.
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Dress up the party in all sorts of outfits.
Bandai Namco has released a new set of Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Editionscreenshots showcasing the game’s character customization systems and useful travel items.
Here is an overview of the game, via Bandai Namco:
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition includes up-scaled screen resolution, characters, events, and costumes that were never released outside of Japan, as well as introducing two new playable party members. Flynn Scifo, the main character’s best friend and rival, and Patty Fleur, a young pirate searching for her lost memories.
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition uses a specialized iteration of the Tales of series’ Linear Motion Battle System for combat. Players control a single party member in real-time combat while other party members are controlled by a customized set of A.I. commands. Players can swap between any of the four characters at any time during battles and can perform physical attacks, Magic Artes or even powerful Mystic Artes.
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition is due out for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam worldwide on January 11, 2019.
View the screenshots at the gallery.
visit gallery »
Due out on January 11.
Bandai Namco has released the launch trailer for Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition, which is due out for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC worldwide on January 11.
Here is an overview of the game, via Bandai Namco:
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition includes up-scaled screen resolution, characters, events, and costumes that were never released outside of Japan, as well as introducing two new playable party members. Flynn Scifo, the main character’s best friend and rival, and Patty Fleur, a young pirate searching for her lost memories.
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition uses a specialized iteration of the Tales of series’ Linear Motion Battle System for combat. Players control a single party member in real-time combat while other party members are controlled by a customized set of A.I. commands. Players can swap between any of the four characters at any time during battles and can perform physical attacks, Magic Artes or even powerful Mystic Artes.
Watch the trailer below.
Roughly 17 percent of sales from Japan.
Total worldwide shipments for Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition have surpassed 500,000 units, Bandai Namco announced.
While we do not have specific numbers for every region and platform, the latest Japanese sales chart in which the game appears puts it at least 53,994 sales on PlayStation 4 and 31,186 sales on Switch in Japan, meaning that roughly 17 percent or sales can be said to come from Japan. Additionally, according to SteamSpy, anywhere between 3,450 and 20,000 users own the PC version.
In commemoration of the milestone, Bandai Namco has released a set of four free smartphone wallpapers.
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition launched worldwide for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC on January 11.
Various fixes across all versions.
Bandai Namco will release the version 1.2 update for Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition on March 7, the publisher announced.
Find the full list of changes below.
All Versions
PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Switch Versions
- Fixed a rare issue in which the game would freeze during gameplay.
- Adjusted the height of certain enemies both in the overworld map and in battle.
- Fixed the display lag that would occur in Mantaic.
- Adjusted the behavior of stick controls during battle.
- Fixed an issue in which Flynn’s voice would play in Japanese when changing his strategy to “Up To You” during battle, even when voiceover settings had been set to English.
- Improved stability of other behaviors.
Xbox One, Switch, and Steam (When Using a Controller) Versions
- Fixed an issue in which an arte assigned to a shortcut wouldn’t be performed properly when stick controls to perform it.
PlayStation 4 and Xbox One Versions
- Fixed an issue in which certain of Rita and Estelle’s artes would trigger in an unintended location.
Switch Version
- Fixed the cooking challenge sub-event so an event scene now plays when the player loses.
Steam Version
- Adjusted the audio balance.
Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition is available now for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC.
- Fixed an issue in which completing 100 percent of the achievements would revert your progress to the last place you saved.
- Fixed an issue so any food can be cooked from the battle results screen even after customizing your button configuration.
- Improved overall performance and reduced latency.
- Fixed an issue in which settings changed in “Configs” would not be reflected properly. Also enabled specific settings to be adjusted from the in-game “Configs” menu.
- Fixed an issue with Patty’s “Brainiac Magic Selection” so it can now be correctly selected when changing button assignments.
- Fixed text that would display incorrectly for certain rankings.
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