SEGA filed trademarks for “Skies of Arcadia” and “Eternal Arcadia” on January 16 in Japan, which were made public on January 24.
Skies of Arcadia, known as Eternal Arcadia in Japan, is a turn-based RPG originally released for Dreamcast on October 5, 2000,. An enhanced GameCube version titled Skies of Arcadia Legends, or Eternal Arcadia Legends, followed on December 26, 2002. The game has never been ported or remastered for newer platforms, despite high fan demand.
Here is an overview of the original game and Legends, via the back of their boxes:
Skies of Arcadia
The skies’ the limit!
Follow the adventures of Vyse as he journeys through uncharted skies to discover new continents and explore mystical ruins. Accompanied by Aika and Fina, he will wage epic battles against savage monsters, evil Pirates, and a powerful enemy nation. An RPG experience unlike any other awaits you.
- Full 3D world with highly imaginative storyline, beautifully detailed graphics and immersive gameplay.
- Customize your own airship with up to 22 crew members.
- Hand-to-hand and ship-to-ship combat featuring spectacular spell effects, and amazing special attacks.
Skies of Arcadia Legends
Become legend of piracy.
Take the helm and gain renown in this vast role-playing voyage across spectacular and ever changing worlds.
- An improved battle engine with hours of new gameplay.
- New “Wanted” Battles, new characters, and more…
- Customize your own airship and enlist up to 22 crew members.
- Fight with over 70 weapons and 36 magical skills in staggering ship-to-ship combat.
