The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III is a richly crafted JRPG that continues the epic saga of the Erebonian Empire with an impressive blend of storytelling, character development, and deep tactical combat. As the third installment in the Trails of Cold Steel series by Nihon Falcom, the game not only expands on its predecessors’ intricate world-building but also refines gameplay mechanics to offer both longtime fans and newcomers a rewarding experience. The title strikes a careful balance between delivering an emotionally engaging narrative and challenging players with a robust, turn-based battle system. The story in Trails of Cold Steel III picks up a few years after the events of the previous game, focusing on a new protagonist, Rean Schwarzer, now an instructor at the newly established Thors Branch Campus. The narrative explores the political tensions within the Erebonian Empire, touching on themes of unity, conflict, and the struggle for power. What sets this game apart...
The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III
- Release Date:
- Mar 23, 2020
- Developer:
- Engine Software BV, Nihon Falcom, PH3 GmbH
- Publisher:
- NIS America, Inc.
- Platforms:
- Windows
Game Tags
About This Game
An Immersive Story – Experience an epic story developed across three titles, and crafted for new and old fans alike. Also includes an interactive introduction to catch up new players to the ongoing story so anyone can dive right in to the world of Trails of Cold Steel.
Combat Honed to a Fine Edge – Challenge oncoming threats with a combat system that has been refined over the course of decades. The addition of features like Brave Order and the Break System open up new possibilities in battle.
Story
Rean Schwarzer uncovers a dark plot that threatens his homeland. To face their enemies, he must prepare a new generation of heroes as an instructor at a new branch campus and guide them towards victory.Nearly a year and a half has passed since the Erebonian civil war, and much has changed since then. From the shifting stances of countries to the internal politics of the Empire, and even the life of Rean Schwarzer, the shadows of the past have given way to the embers of a new chapter. Now graduated from Thors Military Academy, Rean has become an instructor at the Thors Branch Campus, a newly-opened academy that quickly finds itself thrust onto the national stage. It is here that he takes the lead of a brand new Class VII, and must guide a new generation of heroes into an unknown future. Though all is calm now, the nefarious Ouroboros organization continues to weave a dark plot that could engulf the entire continent in war...or perhaps something even more sinister.
Trails of Cold Steel III invites players into a world full of intrigue and excitement that is years in the making. They will embark on a whirlwind tour through the never-before-seen lands of the recently expanded Erebonian countryside, and encounter fresh faces as well as old friends familiar to fans of the series. In true Trails fashion, the deep, engaging story pairs with an incredible cast of characters and a combat system refined over decades of innovative RPG worldbuilding.
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User Reviews
A good-ish addition to the Cold Steel series. The overall story is meh until it gets towards the end, but the character development is pretty good in this game. It was cool to see the three arcs really starting to blend together, but it constantly teases you that you won't see any big names in this game, you gotta wait until CSIV. Overall, the game grew on me towards the end, but I wouldn't be surprised if this ended up being my least favorite Trails game. *It's Trails though, so still a great game. One game has to be the worst though, and this might be it for me.
Better than cold steel 2 but not the best the series has to offer. Some truly dumbfounding plot points made up for by good world building and character moments
WHAT WAS THAT ENDING??? HOLY No wonder they call this game the Infinity War of JRPG immediately starting the next game!!!
nice storyline
rich storyline and challenging battles
Best Game.
нихуевая игра 3
To be honest third part was better than previous two. Story slowly comes to the end. Graphics: 8/10 Soundtrack: 9/10 Gameplay: 8/10 Story: 10/10 (Absolute cinema) Overall: 8.75/10
This is the best one in the CS series. Fresh look, new engine, new locations, new cast. Some stupid story shenanigans, but pretty much OK.
System Requirements
Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Windows 10/8.1/7 64-bit
- Processor: Core i3-2100 3.10 GHz
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: Geforce GTX 650 Ti
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 25 GB available space
- Sound Card: Onboard
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Windows 10/8.1/7 64-bit
- Processor: AMD FX-8320 8-Core
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: Radeon R7 370
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 25 GB available space
- Sound Card: Onboard
FAQ
How much does The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III cost?
The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III costs $79.99.
What are the system requirements for The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III?
Minimum: Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 10/8.1/7 64-bit Processor: Core i3-2100 3.10 GHz Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: Geforce GTX 650 Ti DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 25 GB available space Sound Card: Onboard Recommended: Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 10/8.1/7 64-bit Processor: AMD FX-8320 8-Core Memory: 16 GB RAM Graphics: Radeon R7 370 DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 25 GB available space Sound Card: Onboard
What platforms is The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III available on?
The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III is available on Windows PC.
Is The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III worth buying?
The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III has 93% positive reviews from 14 players.
When was The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III released?
The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III was released on Mar 23, 2020.
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