If you’re thinking about picking up the Atelier Ryza Secret Trilogy Deluxe Pack—the massive definitive collection now available on PS5, Switch 2, Steam, and last-gen hardware—you’re probably wondering: what’s the best version? The November 2025 release brings all three Ryza games, every DLC, a new photo mode, bonus playable characters, and quality-of-life upgrades, but the platform you choose makes a real difference in performance and visuals.
PS5 and Switch 2: The Best Console Options
The native PS5 edition of the Ryza Secret Trilogy DX is widely considered the best console experience. It targets a full 60fps with sharper graphics, enhanced filtering, much faster load times, and richer effects versus PS4—and your digital PS5 purchase also gets you the PS4 version for free (including save transfer). The Switch 2 port is a huge leap over the original Switch, bringing performance and visuals much closer to PS5—though the PS5 still edges out with smoother frame rates and slightly sharper effects. Both run circles around Switch 1 and PS4 versions, which are now mainly for legacy owners or portability diehards.
If you love handheld play, Switch 2 nearly matches Steam Deck’s portability, but with better battery life and a more consistent experience (especially for Ryza 3, which was demanding on older consoles). Newcomers get everything in one package, and longtime fans get a polished portable option that’s great for travel or couch gaming.
PC and Steam Deck: The Enthusiast Route
On a modern gaming PC, especially with a powerful GPU, the Ryza DX trilogy shines, letting you tweak settings for the best visuals and performance, but PC editions cap at 30fps by default on most handheld PC devices (like Steam Deck or ROG Ally) unless you drop quality or resolution. Steam Deck users get a decent portable experience at lower or mixed settings, but some titles (notably Ryza 3) can feel a bit rough at 30fps or when playing at lower than native 720p. PC/ROG Ally players can push 60fps with the right tuning but may still face stutters or loading hiccups, particularly with Ryza DX’s initial load and demanding scenes in Ryza 3 DX.
Overall, for playing on TV, PS5 or a high-end PC is your best bet. For truly portable play, Switch 2 slightly edges out Steam Deck due to battery life and smoother default performance, although both are solid choices for RPG lovers on the move.
Bonus Content and Improvements Across the Board
Every version of the Trilogy DX comes with:
- All previously released DLC for all three games
- New playable characters, story quests, and exclusive extras in each title
- Modernized menus, enhanced visuals, and a full photo mode
- Quality-of-life features like improved storage and bug fixes
However, you can’t transfer your old save data from the original games or previous console generations. You do get a special save bonus if legacy Ryza save data is found on your console, but you’ll need to start fresh for the DX editions.
Known Issues: Visual Quirks Remain
One caveat: Some classic Atelier quirks remain even in the remastered trilogy—foliage is still shimmer-prone, texture filtering and anti-aliasing aren’t perfect, and water can look off in certain scenes (especially early Ryza on Switch 2). Despite lots of polish, these aren’t top-tier remakes, more like ultra-complete enhanced ports with big bonus packs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does each platform run at 60fps?
Only the PS5 and high-end PC (with tweaks) versions reliably hit 60fps. Switch 2 is close but not always perfect; Steam Deck and last-gen consoles are capped at 30fps, with drops in demanding scenes.
Are all DLCs and extra characters included?
Yes—every version of the Secret Trilogy DX pack comes with all previously released DLC, new playable characters, side stories, enhanced menus, and photo mode for each game.
Can you use your old Ryza saves?
No. DX editions require you to start fresh, although previous saves unlock a small bonus if detected on the platform.
Which version is best for handheld play?
Switch 2 is now the best for portable fans, beating first-gen Switch and matching or exceeding Steam Deck thanks to battery life and optimized performance across the trilogy.
How are visuals improved on new versions?
Graphics are universally sharper with updated UI, better effects, and smoother FPS (especially on PS5/PC). But some old visual quirks—like shimmering grass and middling anti-aliasing—still show up.
Conclusion
The Atelier Ryza Secret Trilogy DX is easily the most complete and polished way to play these modern JRPG classics, with PS5 and Switch 2 as standout options for fluid visuals and speedy load times. Handheld and PC players also get robust upgrades, though a few persistent quirks show it’s not a full ground-up remake. For RPG fans, this collection is a must, especially if you missed out on earlier releases or want it all in one improved package.