Eternal Sonata

ReleasedJun 14, 2007

PlayStation 3
Xbox 360

About

Eternal Sonata is a role-playing video game developed by tri-Crescendo and published by Namco Bandai Games. The game is centered on the Polish romantic pianist and composer Frédéric Chopin, who died of tuberculosis at the age of 39. The story envisions a fictional world dreamed by Chopin during his last hours that is influenced by Chopin's life and music, and in which he himself is a playable character, among others. The game's battle system centers on musical elements and character-unique special attacks. Light and darkness play a part in the appearance and abilities of enemies on the battlefield, as well as the types of magic that can be cast. The game features a selection of Chopin's compositions played by pianist Stanislav Bunin, though the original compositions were composed and arranged by Motoi Sakuraba. It is notable for its use of classical piano pieces, educational cutscenes featuring real paintings and photographs (in contrast to the cel-shading graphics of the game) and lush landscape design.

Developer: tri-Crescendo
Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Genres: Role-playing (RPG)
Themes: Open world
Modes: Single player, Co-operative, Split screen
Perspective: Third person, Bird view / Isometric
Age ratings: ESRB T, PEGI 12
Time to beat: 20 h rushed · 30 h normally · 40 h completionist
IGDB rating: 75 / 100 (43 ratings)
Also known as: Trusty Bell: Chopin's Dream, Trusty Bell, Trusty Bell: Chopin no Yume

Release dates

Release dates by platform
Platform	Release
PlayStation 3	Sep 18, 2008 · JapanOct 21, 2008 · North AmericaNov 28, 2008 · EuropeFeb 19, 2009 · Australia
Xbox 360	Jun 14, 2007 · JapanSep 17, 2007 · North AmericaOct 19, 2007 · EuropeNov 15, 2007 · Australia