Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster: Five-Year Quest for Authenticity

The Suikoden 1 and 2 HD Remaster project spanned five years, with developers dedicated to crafting a faithful recreation of the classic games. Discover how the team approached production and what lies ahead for the Suikoden series.

Suikoden 1 and 2 HD Remaster Development Exceeded Expectations

Staying True to the Original Vision

The Suikoden 1 and 2 HD Remaster required five years of meticulous work to ensure it honored the original games. In a March 4, 2025, interview with Dengeki Online, the developers of Suikoden I & II HD Remaster shared insights into the process of delivering a high-quality remaster.

Initially announced in 2022 with a planned 2023 release, the project faced delays and is now set for launch this year. Suikoden Gensho series IP and Game Director Takahiro Sakiyama explained that late-stage debugging revealed areas needing refinement, prompting the team to postpone the release to maintain quality.

Game Director Tatsuya Ogushi noted, "We took a measured approach, assessing the situation carefully. After discussions with Sakiyama, we identified several aspects that required thorough attention to meet our quality standards."

Revitalizing the Suikoden Legacy

The remaster marks the first step in reviving the Suikoden franchise, with ambitions beyond a single project. Producer Rui Naito emphasized the importance of laying a strong foundation for the series’ future.

Naito told the team, "This remaster is the starting point for reviving the Suikoden IP, so we must deliver something exceptional. A subpar release could halt our momentum." He stressed the need for a polished product to ensure the franchise’s resurgence.

Gensou Suikoden Live Unveils Anime, Mobile Game, and More

During the Gensou Suikoden Live event on March 4, 2025, Konami revealed new projects to expand the Suikoden universe. Producer Rui Naito described the event as the second step in revitalizing the IP, though the full scope of the journey remains unclear.

Naito remarked, "We’ve refined Suikoden I & II HD Remaster and are deeply committed to the upcoming Suikoden STAR LEAP mobile game and Suikoden II anime." He added, "Once these projects are successfully delivered, we’ll plan the next steps for the franchise."

Konami also announced Suikoden: The Anime, an adaptation of Suikoden 2’s story, produced by Konami Animation in their debut project. Additionally, a mobile game, Genso Suikoden: STAR LEAP, was introduced. Teaser trailers for both have been released, though no launch dates were confirmed.

Konami is planning further projects and events to restore the Suikoden franchise’s prominence.

Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune & Dunan Unification Wars will launch on March 6, 2025, for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. For the latest updates on Suikoden I & II HD Remaster, read our article below!