Valkyrie Profile

A Norse mythology-themed role-playing video game series developed by tri-Ace and published by Square Enix.

Role-playing (RPG)

Games

1999–2009

Years

Platforms

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About

The Valkyrie Profile series began with the release of Valkyrie Profile in 1999 for the PlayStation, featuring a unique blend of side-scrolling exploration and combo-based combat. The franchise continued with Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth, a 2006 port for the PlayStation Portable, and the PlayStation 2 prequel Valkyrie Profile 2: Silmeria in 2006. The series is highly regarded for its melancholic narrative, Norse-inspired setting, and complex gameplay mechanics.

Developed by tri-Ace and published by Enix (later Square Enix), the franchise established a distinct identity through its focus on recruiting the souls of deceased warriors, known as Einherjar. The original Japanese launch of Valkyrie Profile (1999) was accompanied by a special collector's edition, Valkyrie Profile [Limited Deluxe Pack] (1999). The game was subsequently localized for North American audiences as Valkyrie Profile (2000).

The franchise's media footprint also includes early trademarked or print-associated listings, such as Valkyrie Profile [Prima] (1993). In 2006, the series expanded significantly. Alongside the release of the prequel Valkyrie Profile 2: Silmeria (2006) and the portable port Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth (2006), Square Enix maintained the brand's market presence in Japan by issuing budget-priced re-releases, including Valkyrie Profile [Ultimate Hits] (2006). Motoi Sakuraba composed the acclaimed, progressive rock-influenced soundtracks for these major releases, which remain a defining element of the franchise's legacy.