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Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced that Tales of Arise has sold over 1 million copies worldwide since releasing on the 10th of September 2021 for the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, PC, Xbox One and Xbox Series. This makes it the fastest game to achieve the 1 million milestone. In Japan Tales of Arise sold over 150,000 physical copies on the PS4 and over 50,000 copies on the PS5. Bandai Namco Entertainment has also confirmed that the Tales franchise has sold over 25 million copies worldwide across all 17 games.

Details via Bandai Namco Entertainment:

For 300 years, Rena has ruled over Dahna, pillaging the planet of its resources and stripping people of their dignity and freedom.

Our tale begins with two people, Alphen and Shionne, born on different worlds, each looking to change their fate and create a new future.

Featuring a diverse cast of characters, intuitive and rewarding combat system, and a captivating story set in a lush world worth fighting for, Tales of Arise delivers a first-class JRPG experience.

Key Features

– A World of Nature Drawn with the “Atmospheric Shader” – We are introducing a new graphics shader, inspired by anime and watercolor painting. Characters with attractive designs travel among backgrounds filled with beautiful and delicate visuals.
– Explore a World that Feels Alive – Explore the world of Dahna, where a mix of unique, natural environments change in appearance based on the time of day. Climb over the rocky terrain, swim in rivers, gather around the campfire, cook food, head to the next town, defeat the master of an alien planet, and liberate the people!
– Stylish Action and Battles – Through the new system “Boost Strike,” you can now chain combos of powerful attacks together with your party members. Chain Artes, Boost Attacks, and Boost Strike combos to take down your enemies!
– Experience the Story of the Divided Renan and Dahnan People – The protagonists who will determine the fate of these two worlds are Alphen and Shionne. They will overcome hardships and grow together with their unique group of friends. Gorgeous animation by ufotable is inserted at key points in the story, adding more color to our protagonists’ journey.