Bandai Namco's ongoing push to bring classic Tales Of titles to modern platforms has apparently surfaced another entry, and according to PC Gamer, it's not the fan-favourite pick most players would have predicted.
A rating submission has leaked what appears to be the next Tales Of remaster, pointing toward one of the series' more obscure entries rather than the heavy hitters like Tales of Symphonia or Tales of the Abyss that dominate franchise conversations. Details on which specific title is involved have emerged through the rating, though Bandai Namco has yet to make an official announcement.
Bandai Namco's remaster strategy goes deeper
The publisher has been steadily working through its JRPG back catalogue, giving older entries new life on current hardware. That strategy has so far leaned toward the more recognisable names in the series, making this apparent deep cut an interesting pivot - one that suggests Bandai Namco may be committed to preserving a broader slice of the Tales franchise rather than just cherry-picking the greatest hits.
For longtime fans of the series, a remaster of a less prominent entry could be genuinely exciting news. Some of the more overlooked Tales games have dedicated followings who've been waiting years for an accessible way to revisit or introduce others to titles that never got wide Western releases or decent ports.
What this means for the series going forward
The leak comes via a ratings board submission, which is one of the more reliable early indicators that a game is close to announcement or release. These filings typically happen when a product is far enough along in development that a publisher needs regional certification, so if the rating is legitimate, an official reveal is likely not too far off.
Bandai Namco hasn't commented on the leak as of writing. Whether this remaster ends up being a budget re-release or something with more substantial polish remains to be seen, but given the series' recent remaster track record, fans probably shouldn't expect a full-scale remake treatment.
Check PC Gamer's full coverage for the specific title name and additional context around the rating submission.
