Chrono Trigger

Chrono Trigger is a console role-playing game developed and published by Square for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System in 1995. The game's story...
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9.3

excellent

CRITICS SCORE

9.2

(43 ratings)

GAMER SCORE

9.3

(819 ratings)

Game Overview

Chrono Trigger is a console role-playing game developed and published by Square for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System in 1995. The game's story follows...

The Good

A lovable cast of memorable heroes and empathetic villains, Epic story with 14 possible endings, Innovative, engaging combat system, Brand-new ending, dungeons, and items give veterans something to look for, Beautiful, haunting soundtrack.

The Bad

Monster arena is a lackluster addition, New missions are frustrating, repetitive fetch quests.

The Bottom Line

Remastered exclusively for Nintendo DS, the beloved RPG features a brand new dungeon, all-new dual screen presentation, wireless play mode, and touch-screen functionality.

When a newly developed teleportation device malfunctions at the Millennial Fair, young Crono must travel through time to rescue his misfortunate companion from an intricate web of past and present perils. The swashbuckling adventure that ensues soon unveils an evil force set to destroy the world, triggering Crono's race against time to change the course of history and bring about a brighter future.

Game Screenshots

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Expert Reviews

85/100

score

This perennial time-travel adventure is worth falling in love with all over again.

88/100

score

The must-have DS RPG you've like already played through, Chrono Trigger is a thoroughly entertaining game with a lengthy quest, an excellent combat system, an unforgettable soundtrack, likable characters and so much more.

88/100

score

The game is virtually unchanged in its core, having a new script re-write, but retaining the visuals, music, character designs, interface styles, and options of the source material. At the same time, Square Enix also ensures that this is the definitive ve

Game Features

A masterpiece with an engaging and unparalleled storyline, leading to the discovery of multiple epic conclusions to a journey that transcends time

An inspiring musical score created by Yasunori Mitsuda

Intriguing battle system made possible by the unique combination of the Active Time Battle system and Tech skills

Famed character designer Akira Toriyama lends his signature art style to create the vibrant world that has captivated gamers around the world

Taking advantage of the Nintendo DS hardware, CHRONO TRIGGER makes its way onto the portable platform with all-new dual-screen presentation and Touch Screen functionality

Brand-new dungeons and an Arena mode add exciting new dimensions to this timeless classic

Gaming Enthusiasts Reunited With Chrono Trigger Today Square Enix Ships Its Classic RPG Masterpiece to North American Retailers

Game Specs

Modes
Full Mission Single-Player, Story

Wireless
DS Multi-Card Play (1-2)

Controller Functions

GAMEPLAY CONTROLS

Control Pad
Move. Move Cursor.

A Button
Confirm. Talk. Examine.

B Button
Cancel. Walk.

X Button
Open Main Menu

Y Button
Toggle Message Window Position

L Button
Cycle Through Pages/Categories

R Button
Cycle Through Pages/Categories

Touch Screen
Move. Actions.

Start
Pause Menu

Select
Display Mini-Map

ESRB Game Ratings

This game is Rated: Everyone +10
Content is most suitable for children ages 10 and up. This game may contain cartoons or fantasy characters and some language, violence or suggestive themes.

Content Descriptors:

Animated Blood, Mild Fantasy Violence, Suggestive Themes, Use of Alcohol