The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel by XSEED Games is a role-playing game available on the PlayStation 4 platform. The game is set in the Erebonian Empire, a nation struggling with internal conflict between the Noble and Reformist Factions. As a student at Thors Military Academy, Rean Schwarzer is thrown into the midst of this political quagmire and must navigate through it with nine other students of various backgrounds and abilities in Class VII.

Trails of Cold Steel features a detailed and highly nuanced storyline, making it accessible to both longtime Trails veterans and casual RPG fans. The Combat Link System allows players to bond with their allies, providing combat benefits such as healing and guarding. The classic "Orbment" magic system has been streamlined with new "ARCUS" units, allowing for quicker customization of abilities. Additionally, the PC release features 50% more lines of English voice-overs, providing a fresh experience even for those who have played it before on console.