Akitoshi Kawazu
Production began in 1992 after a prolonged concept period during which original staff were working on the "Final Fantasy" series. Returning staff members including series creator Akitoshi Kawazu as director, lead designer and writer; illustrator Tomomi Kobayashi; and composer Kenji Ito. The delayed start to production allowed Kawazu to rethink the game design, changing the multiple protagonists of "Romancing SaGa" to focus on a single dynastic line with associated gameplay elements. The remaster, which was initiated by Kawazu, adjusted to remove bugs while preserving the sprite artwork.