The Xbox indie successor of Chrono Trigger has confirmed a release date
Threads of Time, an indie turn-based JRPG inspired by the classic Chrono Trigger, has officially announced its long-awaited release date of Summer 2027. The game will launch simultaneously across multiple platforms including Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam, Nintendo Switch, and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, ensuring broad accessibility for players across different gaming ecosystems.
Developed as a spiritual successor to Square Enix’s legendary JRPG, Threads of Time centers on time-travel gameplay where players embark on an epic journey throughout history to save the world. The game represents an ambitious indie project that aims to recapture the magic and charm that made Chrono Trigger one of gaming’s most beloved and influential role-playing games.
The announcement marks a significant return to the spotlight for the project following a year of silence since its Tokyo Game Show 2025 debut. The multi-platform release strategy demonstrates developer confidence in the project’s broad appeal and commercial viability. By releasing simultaneously on both current-generation and next-generation hardware, the developers are positioning Threads of Time to reach as wide an audience as possible upon launch.