The WhatsNext verdict
If you want a compact, character-focused RPG built around time travel, memorable music, and replayable endings, Chrono Trigger delivers unusually well. Players seeking highly tactical combat may find its battles too routine, especially over a full replay.
What it does best
A soundtrack that carries it
Characters you fall in love with
Storytelling unlike anything else
What might put you off
The Steam version’s presentation and technical issues
Menu-driven combat can feel repetitive
The setup
What you are walking into
In this turn-based Japanese RPG, young Crono must travel through time through a misfunctioning teleporter to rescue his misfortunate companion and take part in an intricate web of past and present perils. The 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.
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