One look at the game and you’ll instantly recognize all the Suikoden influence, particularly in the distinctive character designs and the unusual angled-perspective battle camera. But Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes’ visuals pop far more than those of any actual Suikoden game thanks to a gorgeous combination of real-time 3D backgrounds and detailed, hand-drawn character sprites. The game uses the Unity engine, though, so it shouldn’t be overly taxing on a half-decent console or PC.

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Perhaps the biggest surprise in the trailer is the brief ending segment, which reveals a whole new game that will come out before the 2023-targeted Hundred Heroes.

Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising is apparently some manner of action-RPG with town-building mechanics. In fact, the Steam page is already up, and it provides a few details:

Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising is a town-building action RPG set in the same world as Eiyuden Chronicle. It weaves together the pre-war tales of various characters who will eventually become your companions in the Eiyuden Chronicle. The game will introduce a portion of Eiyuden Chronicle’s cast of characters in an original story with thrilling action and engaging town-building elements.

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It concludes by suggesting that Rising players can unlock certain bonuses in Hundred Heroes. You’ll have plenty of time to get to Rising, as it’s due in 2022, a year or so ahead of the main course. Lookin’ yummy.