Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers is not a direct sequel to Chrono Trigger but is set in the same universe as its predecessor. Read on to learn more about the story and whether you need to play Chrono Trigger!
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While set in the same world as Chrono Trigger, Chrono Cross is not a direct sequel to Chrono Trigger and is not a continuation of Chrono Trigger's story. Instead, it focuses on a new set of characters within the same world, differentiating itself from its predecessor.
Chrono Trigger follows the adventures of Crono, Marle, and Lucca as they travel through time to save the world. Chrono Cross on the other hand, while in the same universe, focuses on parallel worlds instead of time travel, following Serge and his allies!
However, signs of the two games being closely connected may become evident as you play along, especially when you reach near the end of the game.
Chrono Cross Story Walkthrough
The worlds of Chrono Trigger and Chrono Cross are the same, so you will encounter references and locations that will make much more sense with the context of the first game. However, because the two stories are not directly linked, you can safely play Chrono Cross without playing Chrono Trigger and vice versa!
You can play Chrono Trigger first to learn a little more about the world they're in as there are a number of references to the first game that would help you understand Chrono Cross a little better!
Radical Dreamers is a text-based game released by SquareSoft in 1996. The game references characters from Chrono Trigger and characters from Chrono Cross, which was released three years later.
Radical Dreamers never made it to the West, but was finally localized over two decades later in the Chrono Cross Remaster.
Radical Dreamers' story is presented through Serge's point of view and chronicles the journey of the band of thieves as they make their way to Viper Manor to face off against Lynx and take the Frozen Flame.
Radical Dreamers Walkthrough and Guide
When Does Chrono Cross Come Out?
Updated 3/27/2022
Find out when Chrono Cross Remaster is coming out!
Release Time and Countdown
Updated 2/25/2024
Count down the number of days and hours till Chrono Cross Remaster is released!
Will There be a Physical Release of Chrono Cross Remaster?
Updated 4/5/2022
Find out if there will be a Physical release game and where to find it!
Preload Date and Guide
Updated 4/4/2022
Read all about how to preload the game and where it's currently available.
What is Radical Dreamers?
Updated 4/27/2022
Learn all about Radical Dreamers and how it connects to Chrono Cross and Chrono Trigger!
Everything New in Chrono Cross Remaster
Updated 3/31/2022
Learn all about the new features and changes to this timeless classic!
Battle System Guide
Updated 3/22/2022
Read all about the Battle System of the Chrono Cross Remaster and how it works!
Are There Random Encounters?
Updated 3/22/2022
Curious about the encounters in the Chrono Cross Remaster? Read on to learn more!
All Official Trailers
Updated 3/28/2022
Watch all the current trailers and gameplay videos!
What Systems Can You Play On?
Updated 3/22/2022
Read all about where you can play the Chrono Cross remaster.
Preorder Guide and All Preorder Bonuses
Updated 3/24/2022
Learn all about whether the Chrono Cross Remaster offers preorder bonuses and where to find them!
Is Chrono Cross a Sequel to Chrono Trigger?
Updated 5/5/2022
Is Chrono Cross a Sequel? Find out more here!
Will There Be a Demo or Beta Version?
Updated 5/8/2022
Find out if there will be a Beta or Demo version of Chrono Cross Remaster: Radical Dreamers!
Is Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers a Sequel to Chrono Trigger?
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