The DS version added some extra end-game quests and gear.Improved translation in the remastered versions.An optional SNES control mode for the DS version.For instance, Chrono is an all-rounder who focuses on critical hits, Marle is a powerful healer and Ice magic user, Lucca is a potent Fire magic user with lots of AoE techs, Frog is an all-rounder with good party healing, Robo is a tanking beast with high damage output, Ayla is a physical powerhouse and Magus is a deadly black mage (though he lacks natural double and triple techs). All characters have defined playstyles.However, the game can be beaten even if Chrono remains dead. Fortunately, as this game revolves around time travel, you can undertake a quest to prevent his death.

Spoiler Alert for this one: In one moment before the battle with Lavos, Chrono sacrifices himself to save the others, becoming one of the most heartbreaking and memorable moments in gaming history.The PlayStation and Nintendo DS ports have anime cutscenes and extra features.The New Game Plus and multiple endings give the game tons of replay value.One of the first games to utilize New Game Plus, allowing you to start a new game with your current level and gear (except some plot items) for faster progress.Characters can combine their techs in battle to perform powerful attacks.The cutscenes in the PS1 and DS versions were done by Toei. The characters were designed by Akira Toriyama, the man responsible for the Dragon Ball franchise.Magus, an antagonist in the game can be recruited to the party since his goal is also to kill Lavos.This allows for some strategic moments to attack more than one enemy. Enemies and characters move in different directions during combat.Every action you do has consequences, such as Chrono's trial where people are asked what Chrono did before he went to save Marle.

Multiple endings depending on the choices you make.

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