Konami has pulled back the curtain on an exciting new update for Suikoden 1 and 2 HD Remaster, offering a sneak peek at what’s to come. This forthcoming patch aims to tackle a suite of bugs and resolve some persistent issues, notably iron out the annoying barrier that prevents players from closing the game on PC in a straightforward manner. Despite the buzz, a concrete release date for this update remains under wraps for now.
Having launched Suikoden 1 and 2 HD Remaster: Gate of Rune and Dunan Unification Wars, Konami isn’t hitting pause. Instead, they’re full steam ahead on fine-tuning this beloved JRPG duo. In a recent communication, they’ve made public a list of issues being targeted for fixes, along with a teaser of new features in the pipeline. This comprehensive list reads like a roadmap for the first patch, gleaning insight into the improvements players can look forward to.
One major point of focus for this update is addressing a well-known snag for PC gamers – the cumbersome process needed to close Suikoden 1 and 2 HD Remaster as it stands. Currently, players have had no choice but to use workarounds like ALT+F4 or diving into the Steam overlay to exit. The upcoming patch promises a native solution to this frustration. That’s not all, though. The update will also introduce the ability to adjust background music during battles when using the double speed feature.
Beyond that, the update promises several quality-of-life upgrades. Options like disabling footstep sounds, the ability to toggle auto-save, and improvements within the storage room – making it easier to know what gear is usable and its effects on characters – are all on the horizon. Konami has also pledged to tidy up localization issues and rectify a bug with healing runes that misfire on the battlefield due to party slot vacancies.
This expansive patch waits for an official rollout date but aims to hit all versions of Suikoden 1 and 2 HD Remaster at once. As you prepare for these enhancements, here’s a rundown of the expected fixes: both Suikoden I and II will receive patches to address translation inconsistencies and bugs with healing runes. Suikoden I specifically will see fixes for freezing incidents during pivotal events and discrepancies in attack damage calculations. Meanwhile, Suikoden II will get remedies for storage-related glitches and control issues for mini-games on PC and PS5 platforms.
In the improvements category, expect features such as closing the game seamlessly on PC, managing background music speed, footstep sound toggles, and detailed item information during storage retrievals. Plus, there’s a thoughtful tweak that visually marks characters temporarily departing your army, aiding in better understanding the requirements for your base’s progression.
Konami continues to fine-tune the comprehensive gaming experience that is Suikoden 1 and 2 HD Remaster, ensuring fans—new and old—have a smoother adventure waiting for them post-update.
