In a recent announcement by Bandai Namco, the upcoming Tales of Berseria Remastered has stirred up a heated debate among fans due to its decision to utilize the censored international version as the basis for every region. Scheduled for release on February 26th, 2026, the remastered version of the popular RPG game has sparked mixed reactions within the gaming community.
The controversy stems from the alteration of key scenes in the game to align with the global version, particularly the scene where Artorius kills Laphicet at the beginning of the story. In the Japanese version, the scene depicts Artorius impaling Laphicet through the chest with his sword, while the global version shows Laphicet dying on an X-shaped blade of light. This change has divided fans, with some arguing that the more impersonal killing detracts from the emotional impact of the scene, while others believe that the essence of the story remains intact.
Furthermore, the remastered version of Tales of Berseria will introduce additional changes, such as allowing players to access the Grade Shop from the beginning and providing access to original DLC, albeit with some exclusions. The game is set to be released on the PS5, Xbox Series X, Windows PC, and Switch on February 27, 2026.
Public reactions to the news have been varied, with fans taking to social media platforms like Reddit and Twitter to express their opinions on the controversial decision. While some players have voiced their disappointment with the changes, others have defended Bandai Namco’s choice, citing the need for consistency across regions.
Industry insiders and media outlets have also weighed in on the issue, with some critics questioning the implications of altering the original content of the game to cater to a global audience. The decision to use the censored version of Tales of Berseria has raised concerns about artistic integrity and the impact of localization on storytelling in video games.
Overall, the controversy surrounding Tales of Berseria Remastered highlights the ongoing debate within the gaming community about censorship, localization, and the balance between cultural sensitivity and artistic expression in video game development.
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References:
– Reddit: [https://www.reddit.com/r/pcgaming/comments/1p1tomk/tales_of_berseria_steam_page_is_up/]
– Nintendo Wire: [https://nintendowire.com/news/2025/11/20/tales-of-berseria-remastered-will-utilize-the-censored-version-globally/]
– Siliconera: [https://www.siliconera.com/tales-of-berseria-remastered-changes-some-scenes-to-global-ones/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tales-of-berseria-remastered-changes-some-scenes-to-global-ones]
– Push Square: [https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2025/11/prince-of-persia-remake-might-finally-launch-in-the-next-six-months]
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