Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows XP Processeur : Pentium III 550 MHz Mémoire vive : 512 MB de mémoire Graphiques : 32 MB VRAM, 3D accelerator compatible w/ DirectX 9.0c DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 3 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Compatible with DirectX 9.0c
Recommended: Système d'exploitation *: Windows Vista, 7 or 8 (64-bit supported) Processeur : Core 2 Duo 2GHz or higher Mémoire vive : 1 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 64 MB VRAM, 3D accelerator compatible w/ DirectX 9.0c DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 4 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Compatible with DirectX 9.0c
The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky
The narrative thread dominates the conversation: 139 positive mentions out of 147. Across the board the title sits at a Very Positive Steam rating, with 96% of post‑release reviews approving it.
What it's about: Hailed as one of the largest, longest and most meticulously detailed turn-based JRPG series of all time, this first chapter in the ongoing Trails saga sets the stage for what's quickly become Ys developer Nihon Falcom's most popular and best-selling franchise in their entire 30+ year history.
In-game
In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Story / writing | 147 | 139 | 4 | 4 |
| Gameplay | 98 | 77 | 5 | 16 |
| Audio / music | 28 | 27 | 0 | 1 |
| Graphics / art | 20 | 18 | 0 | 2 |
| Interface / UX | 20 | 5 | 0 | 15 |
| Content / longevity | 13 | 10 | 0 | 3 |
| Performance | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Stability / bugs | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Multiplayer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 54 h on median; those who dislike it: 33 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
💶 Price history
Steam price tracked automatically since Jul 29, 2014 · All-time low: €7.99 (Dec 23, 2014)
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 27 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 7,3 % of players.
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Strengths
- Story shines brightest, earning 139 positive mentions out of 147 total references.
- Audio receives near‑universal praise, with 27 positive mentions out of 28.
- Graphics are well‑received, tallying 18 positive mentions out of 20.
- Players who invest time are rewarded: 420 reviews from those playing over 25 hours show a 97% positive rate.
Weaknesses
- User interface frustrates many, attracting 15 negative mentions out of 20.
- Technical bugs, though few, are cited twice, both as negative.
- Performance hiccups appear in 1 out of 3 mentions, flagged as negative.
Who is it for?
Fans of classic JRPGs who value deep storytelling, rich dialogue, and immersive soundscapes will find this game rewarding. Those who are sensitive to UI quirks or occasional performance dips should temper expectations.
Is The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 94% of 10,338 Steam reviews are positive (player score 96/100). Most-praised strength: Story shines brightest, earning. Current price: 15,99€.
Verdict
With a story that commands attention and audiovisual elements that consistently please, the game delivers the hallmarks of a beloved series entry. Minor shortcomings in UI and occasional bugs keep it from perfection, but the overall experience remains highly commendable for genre enthusiasts.
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