Tales of Eternia Remastered features a completely brand-new English dub, replacing the original 2001 voice track with a newly recorded voice cast and an updated script translation. Bandai Namco and developer TOSE have also implemented full dual-audio support, allowing players to toggle freely between the new English dub and the original Japanese voice track across all platforms.
For longtime fans and newcomers wondering about the audio presentation in the October 16, 2026 release, here is everything officially confirmed regarding the new English voice track, cast changes, restored skits, and audio toggles.
All-New English Dub and Full Voice Recast
Unlike straightforward ports, Tales of Eternia Remastered does not reuse the voice recordings from the 2001 PlayStation release (originally titled Tales of Destiny II in North America). Instead, Bandai Namco commissioned a full re-dub from the ground up.
The main cast has been entirely recast. Notably, Kevin Miller, who originally voiced protagonist Reid Hershel, confirmed in personal discussions that he was not contacted to reprise his role for the remaster and expressed disappointment at missing the opportunity. While the new voice actors handle Reid, Farah, Keele, and Meredy with modernized voice direction, Bandai Namco has not yet published an official actor billing list for the new cast.
Early previews from trailers and reveal footage show that the dialogue delivery has been overhauled to align with modern localization standards, removing the awkward pauses and audio artifacts present in the PS1 release while adjusting translation nuances across the script.
Fully Voiced Camping Skits and Restored Dialogue
One of the most significant upgrades in the remaster is the treatment of character skits. In the original Western PlayStation and European PSP releases, the vast majority of camping skits were either completely cut or left unvoiced due to localization constraints.
In Tales of Eternia Remastered, these scenes receive full integration:
- Restored Content: All original Japanese skits that were previously excised from Western versions are included in the game.
- Full English Voicing: Every restored skit features complete English voice acting alongside the main narrative.
- Expanded Subtitles: The remaster introduces full subtitle coverage across skits, animated cutscenes, battle victory quotes, and Mystic Artes activation lines.
- Skit Theater: Players can replay unlocked skits at any time using a dedicated in-game skit player, complete with pause and auto-advance dialogue functions.
Dual Audio and Sound Effect Options
Bandai Namco has structured the remaster's audio settings to give players flexibility between modern and retro presentation:
- English and Japanese Voice Toggle: Players can switch between the new English dub and the original Japanese voice track at any point through the settings menu.
- Original PS1 Dub Excluded: There is no option to toggle back to the original 2001 English voice acting. Players looking for classic audio can only choose between the new English dub and the original Japanese voice track.
- SFX Switching: While voice acting cannot revert to 2001 English, sound effects (SFX) can be toggled between newly remastered audio and the original classic sound effects.
- Sound Player and BGM: A dedicated Jukebox mode allows players to listen to character voices and the soundtrack composed by Motoi Sakuraba. The Deluxe Edition also includes a Battle BGM Pack featuring classic themes from across the Tales series.
Audio and Localization Feature Overview
| Feature | Remaster Implementation | Original Western Release (PS1 / PSP) |
|---|---|---|
| English Voice Track | Completely re-dubbed with a new cast | Original 2001 cast (Kevin Miller, etc.) |
| Japanese Audio Track | Included (Dual Audio toggle in settings) | Excluded in NA PS1; Japanese audio only in EU PSP |
| Camping Skits | Fully restored with English & Japanese voice acting | Cut or unvoiced in Western releases |
| Sound Effects (SFX) | Toggleable between Remastered and Original SFX | Original sound effects only |
| Subtitle Coverage | Cutscenes, Skits, Victory Lines, and Mystic Artes | Main dialogue only; skits largely omitted |
| Original 2001 Dub Option | Not available | Default (PS1 NA) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Tales of Eternia Remastered include the original English voice actors?
No. The remaster features an entirely new voice cast. Original actors, including Kevin Miller (Reid Hershel), were not brought back to reprise their roles for this release.
Can you play the game with Japanese voices and English text?
Yes. Tales of Eternia Remastered includes dual audio across all console and PC versions, letting you switch between English and Japanese audio at any time.
Are the character skits voiced in English?
Yes. The camping skits that were cut or unvoiced in the original Western releases have been fully restored and recorded with English voice acting.
Can you switch to the 2001 PS1 English voice track?
No. While players can toggle sound effects between original and remastered versions, the game does not offer an option to use the legacy 2001 English dub.
