Falcom just announced a new multi-platform sale featuring Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana and Ys IX: Monstrum Nox, and this one is surprisingly wide – covering both console and PC storefronts. If you’ve been meaning to play (or replay) either game, this is a great moment to grab them without waiting for holiday noise.
🎮 Nintendo Switch / PS5 / PS4 – Up to 40% Off
For console players, both games are currently discounted across the Nintendo eShop and PlayStation Store.
- Ys VIII (Switch / PS4 / PS5) → Up to 40% off
- Ys IX (Switch / PS4 / PS5) → Up to 40% off
This is the first major sale for the PS5 editions, which makes it especially noteworthy for players who want the smoother framerate and faster load times.
Sale ends: November 21, 2025 (JST)↗
→ If you play on handheld most of the time, the Switch version is still a very comfortable way to take Dana’s island / Balduq’s rooftops on the go.
💻 Steam – Publisher Sale (Handled by NIS America)
On PC, the discount arrives through NIS America’s official publisher sale↗:
- Steam Sale End Date: November 15, 03:00 JST
Expect pricing similar to previous Falcom PC sales – though Steam is your best option if:
- You want mod support,
- Prefer keyboard/mouse or custom controllers,
- Or already keep your JRPG library PC-centric.
(OST bundles may also appear depending on region.)
🖥️ PC Download Edition (DLsite) – 50% Off
If you prefer DRM-free or want to own the PC standalone build, DLsite has one of the deepest discounts this cycle:
- DLsite Discount: 50% off Falcom PC titles↗
- Ends: November 20, 2025 — 13:59 JST
This is a quiet but excellent deal for collectors who like direct-download archives or prefer to keep libraries off platform clients.
🎧 Which One Should You Play First?
If you’re new to the series:
- Ys VIII is the emotional, adventure-driven entry with some of Falcom’s most beloved soundtrack & character beats.
- Ys IX is sharper, moodier, and more stylish in tone – very “urban-gothic JRPG” – with traversal that feels fantastic once it clicks.
Both stand alone – there is no required play order.
✨ Closing Thoughts
This is a relaxing, low-pressure sale – not a time-limited “panic buy.”
If you’ve been looking for recession hobbies or low-cost self-care ideas that offer hours of warmth and adventure, either Ys or Trails title can carry you through a month in the best possible way.
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