The latest edition of Weekly Famitsu features an engaging four-page interview with Toshihiro Kondo, the president of Falcom, marking the company’s 45th anniversary. In this conversation, Kondo shares insights about beloved franchises like the Trails series, Kyoto Xanadu, and the Ys series.
Here are some key highlights from the interview:
- The theme song for Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter, titled “Silver Will, Golden Wings,” has been fully recorded.
- The transition to 2D action in Kyoto Xanadu has sparked mixed reactions, but Kondo emphasizes that it’s a fun experience. Players can choose from four difficulty levels, with Kyoto selected as the setting to represent Japan.
- Development for a new Ys game has just started, with Adol potentially becoming the oldest version of himself yet in this installment.
- Falcom plans to unveil the final chapter of the Trails series during its 50th anniversary in 2031. They aim to wrap it up by 2032. The story for the upcoming The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon II is completed, and they have a vision for the final protagonist’s role.
- Regarding the newly teased Dragon Slayer Project, Kondo remains tight-lipped about whether it’s a remake or a fresh title, asking fans to stay tuned for updates.
This discussion highlights Falcom’s commitment to storytelling and innovation within the gaming landscape, and it will be interesting to see how these projects unfold. Fans are clearly excited about the future of these franchises, as seen in social media trends where #FalcomAnniversary and #TrailsSeries are buzzing with anticipation.
If you want to dive deeper into Kondo’s thoughts, you can read the full interview here.
