The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero Review
The first title of the Crossbell duology is finally landing in the west. Is it worth exploring this unique province’s stories? Signs absolutely point to yes.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero
Part one of Trails’ Crossbell saga.
Releases
Date: | Region: | Platform: | Publisher: | Developer: |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2010-09-30 |  | PSP | Nihon Falcom | Nihon Falcom |
2012-10-18 | | VITA | Nihon Falcom | Nihon Falcom |
2013-06-14 | | WIN | Nihon Falcom | Nihon Falcom |
2020-04-23 | | PS4 | Nihon Falcom | Nihon Falcom |
2022-09-27 |   | WIN | NIS America | Nihon Falcom |
2022-09-27 | | PS4 NSW | NIS America | Nihon Falcom |
2022-09-30 | | PS4 NSW | NIS America | Nihon Falcom |
2023-08-31 | | NSW | NIS America | Nihon Falcom |
2026-09-10 | | PS5 NSW2 | NIS America | Nihon Falcom PH3 GmbH |
Reviews
Game Content
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NIS America announced that Nihon Falcom’s The Legend of Heroes: Trails From Zero and Trails to Azure are coming to PS5 and Switch 2 in September. A physical Limited Edition is available to pre-order now.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails From Zero and Trails to Azure Coming to PS5, Switch 2
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The Legend of Heroes Series: Where to Start? 2025 Edition
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RPG Backtrack 321 – Crossbell Traffic
The Kiseki series took fans to the countries of Librel and Erebonia, but the Crossbell region had been noticeably absent in the series’ official localizations. NIS America finally brought Trails from Zero to the west in 2022, to the joy of many Kiseki fans, and we have Josh, Sam, and David on the show with us for our own Special Support Squad.
RPG Cast – Episode 676: “Sending All Our Love to the Korok Down the Well”
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How Crossbell Becomes an RPG Darling
With the recent releases of The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero and Trails to Azure, western RPGamers are finally able to experience the full story of Crossbell. Nihon Falcom’s examinations of the city state’s challenges makes it one the standout RPG settings.
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RPGCast – Episode 654: “You Canadian”
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RPG Cast – Episode 650: “The Yodagrinch”
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The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero Trailer Highlights Combat Mechanics
A new Trails from Zero trailer showcases some of the elements behind the game’s turn-based combat. Western RPGamers finally get to jump into the first part of the Crossbell duology this September.
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The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero Trailer Introduces Crossbell’s SSS
A new trailer for The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero introduces the Crossbell Police Department’s Special Support Section. Players will be able to join them in assisting the city-state’s populace this September.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero Launching in September
RPGamers will finally be able to witness some of the exploits of Crossbell’s Special Support Section this year. Part one of the Crossbell duology will be available on PC, PS4, and Switch this September.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero Limited Edition Announced
NIS America announced a limited edition for Trails from Zero. The edition is available to pre-order now in North America, with European pre-orders starting on Monday,
RPGamer’s Most Anticipated Games: 2022 Edition
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The Legend of Heroes Series: Where to Start?
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Multiple The Legend of Heroes Games Heading West
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RPG Cast – Episode 587: “The Real Puff Puff”
It’s the Old People Cast! Chris has issues with podcasts. Kelley asks if the gelatinous cube was worth it – it isn’t. Pascal is buried under a giant pile of visual novels. Anna Marie comes down with typhoid. And Robert insists there’s always room for more zippers.
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