NIS America launches massive new Trails entry with discount

NIS America released The Legend of Heroes: Trails beyond the Horizon on January 15, 2026, bringing one of Falcom's largest recent entries to PC and consoles and opening a limited-time 20% launch discount window. The sale applies to the PC base game immediately and to select digital and physical special editions and service packs on PlayStation and Switch platforms through January 28 (PT), giving players a short runway to pick up expanded bundles at a reduced price.

Trails beyond the Horizon arrives on PC, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch and the new Switch 2 hardware, positioning itself as a cross-generation release that taps both classic home-console fans and handheld players. The title is notable for its hybrid action/turn-based battle systems that blend real-time movement and responsiveness with traditional turn-based strategy, a design choice that expands combat options for players who follow Falcom's Trails series. Its scope is larger than many recent entries, promising longer runs, more party management and broader worldbuilding — elements core players track when deciding whether to dive in at launch.

The launch discount covers the PC version outright and extends to select special editions and service packs on consoles. Eligible bundles include offerings that add physical and digital extras such as a mini art book, soundtrack and a digital art book alongside the game. For collectors and completionists, those editions typically bundle tangible extras with in-game bonuses or expanded soundtrack access, making the 20% window an immediate value play if you wanted the physical package or the deluxe digital attachments without waiting for later discounts.

For players deciding whether to buy now, check platform compatibility and storage requirements on your chosen system, and confirm which specific console editions carry the discount in their storefront listing before purchase. The hybrid combat and increased scale mean playtime and save-file management will be larger considerations than they are in smaller Trails titles, so planning for extra install space and time investment pays off.

This launch and temporary pricing move matter because they lower the barrier to try a bolder chapter in the Trails saga shortly after release. If you want to join the conversation early, act before January 28 to secure the 20% reduction; otherwise expect standard pricing and the usual post-launch waves of DLC, patches and community strategy discussion to follow.