New Update Released for Freedom Wars Remastered

Bandai Namco and Dimps have rolled out an update for Freedom Wars Remastered to tackle some persistent bugs. Launched on January 10, 2025, this remaster revives the 2014 co-op action RPG that was initially a PS Vita exclusive. As publishers continue to breathe new life into classic games, some titles benefit from reaching new audiences on accessible platforms. Freedom Wars is one such example, no longer confined to the discontinued PS Vita. With the remaster, gamers on the Switch, PS4, PS5, and PC can dive into its cooperative action, which had been out of reach since the Vita’s server shutdown in 2021 terminated its online multiplayer.

Updates, like the recent January 17 patch for Freedom Wars Remastered, are keeping the game relevant and enhancing the experience for players. This particular update resolves frequent crash issues affecting all platforms. Notably, it fixes a problem specific to the Switch that relates to the Accessory system. In Freedom Wars, the Accessory is an android ally central to the game’s narrative, adding depth to its world.

The patch mainly addresses crashes interrupting online multiplayer sessions and other in-game activities. Although the patch notes don’t outline each specific crash, players had voiced frustrations about being disconnected mid-game. Moreover, for Switch users, a crash when selecting the Japanese "A-4" Accessory voice was particularly problematic and has now been addressed.

PC players might also find relief with this update if they encountered performance issues after installing Windows 11 version 24H2. Released late in 2024, this update from Microsoft sparked compatibility problems across various games, including big names like Assassin’s Creed, which were only recently patched. Freedom Wars Remastered aims to smooth out these hitches, specifically tackling frame rate drops and freezing issues.

A word of caution is extended in the patch notes to PC gamers who’ve modified their game files. Before proceeding with the update, it’s recommended to revert any changes to avoid installation errors, likely targeting those who’ve tweaked language settings for Accessories.

Here’s a quick glance at the patch details:

Freedom Wars Remastered Patch Notes

• Version Numbers:
  • PS5®: 01.003.000
  • PS4®: 01.03
  • Nintendo Switch™: 1.3.0
  • Steam: 1.03

Fixed Bugs:

• PS5®/PS4®/Nintendo Switch™/Steam:

  • Crashes during specific operations.

• Nintendo Switch™:

  • Crash when using Accessory voice "A-4" with JP voice mode.
• Steam:
  • Performance issues on Windows 11 version “24H2”
  • Game freezing on loading screens.
  • Improper saving causing progression rollback.

For Steam users, it’s advisable to back up and restore your game files to their default state before updating. Should problems persist post-update, a clean installation might be necessary to resolve issues.

Freedom Wars Remastered casts players into a dystopian future where surviving deadly missions could be your ticket to freedom. Initially shackled with a million-year sentence, you’ll need to battle resource depletion and striking foes. With enhanced graphics and engaging gameplay, the remaster revitalizes the harrowing yet thrilling experience the original offered.