Suikoden I&II HD Remaster Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars Review Thread

Game Information

Game Title: Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars

Platforms:

  • Xbox Series X/S (Mar 6, 2025)
  • Xbox One (Mar 6, 2025)
  • PlayStation 5 (Mar 6, 2025)
  • PlayStation 4 (Mar 6, 2025)
  • Nintendo Switch (Mar 6, 2025)
  • PC (Mar 6, 2025)

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Developer: Konami

Review Aggregator:

OpenCritic - 84 average - 94% recommended - 17 reviews

Critic Reviews

Cerealkillerz - Nick Erlenhof - German - 8.9 / 10

Suikoden I&II HD Remaster Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars lets old fans enjoy the nostalgic journey while new players discover why Suikoden, especially Suikoden II, is considered one of the best RPGs of all time. With improved graphics, optimized gameplay and the same captivating story, the remaster is an asset to any RPG heart.

IGN Italy - Francesco Destri - Italian - 8.5 / 10

It's impossible not to love the first two chapters of Suikoden, which this HD collection brings back with extreme graphical care and some quality-of-life improvements.

IGN Spain - Aarón Márquez - Spanish - 8 / 10

Suikoden 1 and 2 are two more than solid JRPGs, which are a living example of the golden age of the genre, and which receive with this collection their best exponent to date. They are not perfect, and they drag certain rough edges from their original release, but they are two must-haves for any fan of the genre.

Infinite Start - Mark Fajardo - 10 / 10

Suikoden I & II HD Remaster is a fantastic revival of two classic JRPGs, offering improved visuals, smoother combat, and helpful quality-of-life features. The updated translation, trophies, new hard mode, and the option to adjust time-sensitive events make it more accessible to newcomers and veterans. With its engaging story, deep character development, and strategic gameplay, this remaster is a must-play for any JRPG fan.

Loot Level Chill - Mick Fraser - 8 / 10

Fans will find so much to love in Suikoden I & II HD Remaster. They're relics of a simpler time, but it's hard to deny the sheer charm and likeability on offer.

MonsterVine - Nick Mangiaracina - 4 / 5

With the new audio, battle effects, battle speed, auto-save, and new translations Suikoden I & II HD Remaster is the definitive way to experience the first two Suikoden games. My only hope is that the rest of the games in the series receive this treatment.

Niche Gamer - Throgmorton Belmont - 10 / 10

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Nintendo Life - Alana Hagues - 8 / 10

While not as feature-rich as some collections, Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars proves that these RPGs have largely stood the test of time. While the issues with this remaster don't take away too much from the original games' brilliance, we think these classics deserve the very best. Boasting ambition, narrative stakes, and heart that few other RPGs of the time can muster, Suikoden burns bright in its origins, and we hope Konami sees just how important this series is to many and makes a handful of tweaks.

PSX Brasil - Thiago de Alencar Moura - Portuguese - 90 / 100

Suikoden I & II HD Remaster Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars is an exceptional collection of two important JRPGs, including one of the greatest masterpieces of the genre. The gameplay system works well, but the real highlight is the two great narratives that deserve to be played by any fan of the genre.

Push Square - Khayl Adam - 8 / 10

Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars combine two incredible JRPGs from the genre's golden age on PS1, lovingly remastered and improved for PS5 and PS4. They suffer from the same issues many games did back in the day: unwieldy, occasionally grindy, and sometimes obtuse. Still, the package offers fans the chance to experience these lesser-known gems, and both deserve a place in the collection of any fan, even the least bit interested.

The Games Machine - Majkol "Zaru" Robuschi - Italian - 7.5 / 10

Konami's Suikoden I&II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars revives two beloved JRPG classics, preserving their deep storytelling and strategic gameplay. While the remaster improves visuals and adds quality-of-life updates, presentation leans heavily on HD aesthetics, which may divide longtime fans. The lack of a full retranslation and some dated mechanics hold it back from being a true definitive edition. Still, Suikoden II remains a masterpiece, and this collection is a welcome return for the franchise. Hopefully, Konami's renewed interest signals future installments or improvements.

TheSixthAxis - Miguel Moran - 8 / 10

Suikoden I&II HD Remaster is a polished window into JRPG history with only a few minor flaws that keep it from feeling absolutely perfect.

Worth Playing - Chris "Atom" DeAngelus - 9 / 10

Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune & Dunan Unification Wars is an excellent updated port of two great games. Almost all of the changes are for the better, the translation is massively improved, and it still maintains all of the charm and flavor of the original games. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer to the franchise, there's genuinely no better place to start than the Suikoden I & II HD Remaster. Even if you're just a fan of RPGs, it's well worth a try, if only to see what all the hype is about.