: Square Enix adjusted character sprites on the world map to more closely align with the classic pixel art style of the 1995 original.
: The resolution and display area for the animated cutscenes (originally from the PlayStation/DS versions) were increased and improved.
The second patch was a turning point for the port's reputation, focusing on restoration and usability. Key features included:
When Chrono Trigger launched on Steam in February 2018, it was marketed as a available until April 2, 2018. This version included exclusive digital bonuses: A specially edited five-song medley.
: For the first time in this version, players could pause the game during combat using the space bar or controller pause button. Legacy of the Update
While Patch #2 significantly improved the "disappointing" port, it was followed by subsequent updates in June 2018 to further refine the UI outside of battle and address remaining bugs. These collective efforts by Square Enix eventually transformed the Steam release into what many now consider the "Definitive Version," as it includes the bonus dungeons ("Lost Sanctum" and "Dimensional Vortex") alongside the corrected classic visuals. CHRONO TRIGGER – Patch #2 Update - Steam Community
: Players could finally toggle between a UI optimized for gamepads and keyboards and the original launch UI designed for touchscreens and mice.
Digital liner notes from original composer Yasunori Mitsuda . A set of six high-resolution PC wallpapers. Major Changes in Patch #2