## Freedom Wars Remastered: A Dystopian Action RPG Returns with Enhanced Gameplay and Visuals
Bandai Namco’s recently released trailer showcased *Freedom Wars Remastered*, revealing significant enhancements to the action RPG originally released on the PS Vita. Launching January 10th, 2025, for PS4, PS5, Switch, and PC, the remastered version boasts improved visuals, refined game balance, a challenging new difficulty level, and a host of updated features.
The game’s premise remains captivatingly bleak: in a dystopian future ravaged by resource depletion, mere existence is a crime. Players assume the role of a “Sinner,” sentenced to a million-year prison term from birth. To reduce their sentence, Sinners undertake perilous missions for their Panopticon, or city-state. These missions range from rescuing civilians and destroying colossal mechanical creatures called Abductors to seizing control systems, playable either solo or in online co-op. The gameplay loop mirrors that of popular monster-hunting titles, offering a compelling cycle of combat, resource gathering, and equipment upgrades. This echoes Sony’s strategic response to Capcom’s decision to move the *Monster Hunter* series to Nintendo consoles, showcasing a similar, yet distinctly futuristic, experience.
*Freedom Wars Remastered* significantly upgrades the original’s visuals. PS5 and PC players will experience stunning 4K (2160p) resolution at a smooth 60 frames per second (FPS), while PS4 offers 1080p at 60 FPS, and the Switch version runs at 1080p with a 30 FPS frame rate. Beyond the graphical leap, gameplay has been streamlined for a faster, more responsive experience. Enhanced movement speed and the ability to cancel weapon attacks contribute to a more dynamic combat system.
The crafting and upgrade systems have also undergone a complete overhaul. Intuitive new interfaces and freely attachable/detachable modules enhance customization options. A new module synthesis feature allows players to upgrade their equipment using resources obtained from rescued citizens. For seasoned players, a challenging new difficulty level, “Deadly Sinner,” promises a significant step up in difficulty. Finally, all DLC customization options from the original PS Vita version will be included from launch. With these improvements, *Freedom Wars Remastered* looks set to deliver a compelling and refined experience to both veteran and new players.