Game publisher Koei Tecmo and developer GUST Studios are proud to announce the launch of video game Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret Fairy.
The game sequel is now available in North America for Nintendo Switch, PC via Steam, PlayStation 4, and digitally on PS5. Getting the PS4 version of the game whether physical or digital will give players access to the upgrade to the PS5 version for free.
The thrilling and emotional JRPG picks up three years after Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout, as Ryza sets out in an all-new quest to discover the secrets behind the ancient ruins and the truth behind the lost legends. Joining Ryza on her journey is a host of new and old friends from the franchise, along with Ryza’s adorable and enigmatic new furry companion known as “Fi”.
Adding to the fun and adventure, Ryza now has all new dynamic abilities to help her navigate across the deadly terrain, including the ability to swim underwater, use plants to climb walls, and even swing on a magical rope! These and other abilities allow Ryza to explore various areas and ruins more fully and actively. In addition, the thrilling real-time tactics battle system has been powered up to include up to four members (three main party members plus one sub-member), with characters able to link multiple skills and items in a row to defeat even the deadliest of enemies thanks to the new Skill Chain and Item Rush techniques!
Also new to Ryza 2 is an evolved synthesis system, helping the heroine collect and combine unique and customizable items to use along her journey — simplifying the synthesis experience for new players, while at the same time enabling experienced alchemists to make full use of the new synthesis systems like Essence and Evolution Link. Another new feature is Ryza’s ability to Research Ruins. Use conversations with characters to investigate the locations of the ruins, then explore the area and enter the darkness to help Ryza reveal the true mystery inside.
Getting the game on physical or digital during the first two weeks since launch will net players with a free “Summer Fashion Costume Set” Early Purchase Bonus. Having the save data from the first game can unlock the Classic Costume set for Ryza and her friends.
Source: Press Release
Here’s the launch trailer: