How to Unlock the New Game in Chrono Trigger

To unlock the New Game Plus in Chrono Trigger, you must first complete the game by beating the final boss and watching the ending credits until you reach the THE END screen, after which you can reset the game and find New Game + available in the main menu. This allows you to start a new game with certain advantages and differences from your initial playthrough, providing a fresh experience while retaining some elements from your previous completion, such as character levels and equipment, depending on the implementation in Chrono Trigger.

Understanding New Game Plus

What is New Game Plus?

New Game Plus is a game mode that becomes available after completing the main story of a game, offering a new playthrough with modified parameters, such as increased difficulty, retained character progress, or access to new content. In the context of Chrono Trigger, it enables players to replay the game with their endgame party, exploring different story paths or achieving 100% completion.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I access New Game Plus in Chrono Trigger?

• You access New Game Plus by completing the game, then selecting the option from the main menu after the credits roll and the game saves.

1. What are the benefits of playing New Game Plus in Chrono Trigger?

• Benefits include higher difficulty, retained character levels, and sometimes new story elements or items.

1. Can I unlock New Game Plus without completing all side quests?

• Yes, completing the main storyline is typically sufficient, but some games may require all content to be completed for full New Game Plus benefits.

1. How many times can I play New Game Plus in Chrono Trigger?

• You can restart New Game Plus as many times as you want, provided you’ve completed the previous playthrough.

1. Will New Game Plus delete my old save file?

• No, New Game Plus usually offers the option to save to a new file, preserving your original completion save.

1. Is Chrono Trigger a rare game?

• No, Chrono Trigger is not rare and can be purchased for a reasonable price, with patience and a watchful eye.

1. Why is Chrono Trigger so expensive?

• Due to high demand and relative scarcity of new physical copies, prices can be higher, especially for collectors.

1. Was Chrono Trigger a commercial success?

• Yes, Chrono Trigger sold over two million copies worldwide, despite not matching the sales of other SNES titles.

1. Can I romance characters in Starfield, another game with New Game Plus features?

• Yes, Starfield allows romance options with companions, providing gifts, new quests, and XP bonuses.

1. How do I start a New Game Plus in Starfield?

   • After completing the main storyline, you’re given the option to continue or start a New Game Plus at the end of the final main mission, One Giant Leap.

2. Did Chrono Trigger invent the New Game Plus concept?

   • Although Chrono Trigger popularized the term New Game Plus, examples of similar features can be found in earlier games like Digital Devil Story: Megami Tensei.

3. What is the level cap in Chrono Trigger?

   • The level cap is 99 for most stats, except speed, which is capped at 16.

4. How long does it take to complete Chrono Trigger?

   • Completion time varies, with main objectives taking around 23 hours, and 100% completion requiring approximately 42 hours.

5. Can I marry multiple characters in Starfield?

   • While the game intends for you to romance one character at a time, some players have managed to be in a relationship with more than one character, though this might be a bug rather than a feature.

6. Why is there no Chrono Trigger remake?

   • The rights to Chrono Trigger are complex, and Square Enix has not remade the game, possibly due to these legal and rights issues, instead choosing to remake its sequel or develop new games inspired by it, like Sea of Stars.