Chrono X
Many RPG gamers that used to have a Super Nintendo are familiar with the Chrono franchise. The first installment of the Chrono series, Chrono Trigger, is somewhat iconic; it has already been ported to the PS1, and an enhanced port will be available on the DS in the near future. An fine example of a classic RPG, Chrono Trigger was based on the premise of time travel, and the associated consequences. As far as I know, the Chrono franchise was the first game to incorporate team attacks, and may have been the first turn based RPG to incorporate enemy positioning as a strategic element of game play. Despite its innovative combat mechanics, Chrono Trigger was simplistic at its core and could be easily picked up and played.
The second installment of the Chrono series, Chrono Cross, was not as popular as the first (at least among my peers), yet was a solid title. Rather than focus on time travel, Chrono Cross was based on two parallel worlds, and their connection to one another. Chrono Cross also featured innovative combat mechanics, incorporating multiple options per player turn, and replacing magic points with consumable (per encounter) spells, known as elements. Chrono Cross also featured a large number of playable characters, over 40 if I remember correctly.
Both of these titles were amazing in their time, and I am saddened that a 3rd installment of this franchise has yet to be created. When reviewing the information I found on wikipedia, the chance of a new Chrono title being developed looks pretty slim….Nevertheless, Square-Enix, please consider continuing the Chrono series. I’m sure you’ve heard many similar requests and they’re are probably pretty meaningless at this point, but allow me to support my request with legitimate reasoning:
1.) The Chrono series fan base is vast; this is evident considering the amount of copies sold, and all of the websites that are still dedicated to this franchise despite its age. Remember, Chrono Trigger introduced many casual gamers to the RPG genre, and that same age group has become a significant part of the current electronic entertainment market. More then likely this title would turn a profit.
2.) I understand that it would be difficult to re-unite the original dev teams, and using a new dev team may take away from the series original appeal. This is a valid concern. However, if it were possible to mobilize even a few of the original developers (writers in particular), I’m sure your talented staff could maintain the charm that endeared the Chrono series to our hearts. Even if this wasn’t possible, just make sure that your new dev team has an intimate knowledge of the original game’s story lines and their associated themes. As long as these elements are consistent, I’m certain that fans will appreciate the work created by another team. Don’t forget that Chrono Cross was much different then Chrono Trigger; I could find few connections between the two games, yet I can appreciate Chrono Cross in its own way.
3.)The RPG genre needs you!!! There are few RPGs that were as innovative as either of the Chrono games. I’m sure if you were to make another Chrono title, the combat mechanics involved would be a breath of fresh air for all RPG fans craving something original. Alternatively, elaborate and improve the previous combat mechanics. I personally would like to see an emphasis on group techs again. You can always contact me (admin@generaldhade.info), if you would like to hear any of my ideas of what can be done in regards to combat design.
So, Square-Enix, please consider the aforementioned supporting statements, and create another addition to the Chrono franchise 
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Duuude..Chrono Trigger was awesome. I think it was one of the only RPGs I could sit there and play for hours on end after FF4.
It will be nice if/when they make it available for the DS.
Speaking of Square Enix, did you hear that FF13 will be out for Xbox360 and PS3 at the same time for once?
I may have to invest in it, so long as all the characters don’t look like Meg Ryan again.
Hellsya, I’ve must have beaten it like 4 times on a single file. I did hear that FFXIII was coming out for the 360 as well. I’ll still be getting mine for the PS3 though