"Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster: 5-Year Journey to Faithfulness"

The journey to remaster Suikoden 1 and 2 into stunning HD took the developers a meticulous five years, a testament to their commitment to delivering a faithful revival of these classic games. Dive deeper into how the team approached this project and what it means for the future of the Suikoden series.

Suikoden 1 and 2 HD Remaster's Development Time Was Longer Than Expected

Developers Wanted To Honor The Originals

The dedication to crafting a top-quality remaster of Suikoden 1 and 2 took five years, as the developers aimed to stay true to the originals. In a recent interview with Dengeki Online on March 4, 2025, the team behind Suikoden I & II HD Remaster (Suikoden 1 and 2 HDR) detailed their journey in remastering the beloved series.

Originally announced in 2022 with a planned release in 2023, the project faced delays and is now set to launch this year. Suikoden Gensho series IP and Game Director Takahiro Sakiyama explained that the team's thorough debugging process at the end of development necessitated a review, leading to the postponement of the initial release date.

Suikoden 1 and 2 HDR Game Director Tatsuya Ogushi emphasized the team's methodical approach, stating, "We began by understanding the situation. After discussions with Sakiyama about the quality standards, it became evident that numerous aspects required refinement, and we needed to address them diligently."

Reviving the Series

The remaster is not merely a standalone project but a crucial step in revitalizing the Suikoden franchise. Suikoden series Producer Rui Naito shared his vision for the series' future, emphasizing the importance of this initial step in reviving the IP.

Naito communicated this vision to the production team, stating, "The most critical aspect was ensuring that this was a solid first step in bringing back the Suikoden IP. We couldn't afford to falter here. The directive was to 'make it solid.'" He further stressed, "For Suikoden I & II HDR, I instructed Sakiyama and his team to 'create something robust' because launching a half-hearted project at the outset could jeopardize the entire revival effort."

Gensou Suikoden Live Revealed New Anime, Mobile Game, and More

During the Gensou Suikoden Live event on March 4, 2025, Konami unveiled exciting upcoming projects for the Suikoden franchise. Producer Rui Naito described the live event as the second phase in their strategy to revive the IP, though he remained uncertain about the number of steps needed to fully rejuvenate the series.

He explained, "We have been diligently refining Suikoden I & II HDR while simultaneously committing to the development of the mobile game Suikoden STAR LEAP and the Suikoden II anime." Naito added, "Once we successfully deliver these projects, we can then consider our next moves."

Konami also announced "Suikoden: The Anime," an adaptation based on the events of Suikoden 2, marking a first for Konami Animation. Additionally, a mobile game titled "Genso Suikoden: STAR LEAP" was revealed. Both projects have released teaser trailers, but no specific release dates have been announced yet.

With these initiatives, Konami aims to bring the cherished Suikoden franchise back into the spotlight through a series of projects and events.

Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune & Dunan Unification Wars is scheduled for release on March 6, 2025, across multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. For the latest updates on Suikoden I & II HD Remaster, be sure to check out our detailed article below!