What is the best Chrono Trigger version to own today, SNES cart or PS1 port?

[James.J]

I’m trying to figure out which version of Chrono Trigger is the best to actually own and play today. I have the original SNES cart, but playing it on a modern TV is a hassle, and I’ve heard the PS1 port has those awful load times.

[Zoey.D]

I ended up sticking with the Steam PC version. It runs smoothly on a modern TV, you can use a controller, and you can tweak the resolution. It’s not expensive and it preserves the mood.

[Ethan_J]

The PS1 port is a slog with the load times. The core game is the same, but you spend a lot of time waiting between areas.

[Oliver79]

The DS and 3DS versions add extra content and sometimes smoother pacing, but they feel like handheld editions. If you want a TV setup, you’ll want to emulate or use the PC/Steam version.

[DonaldSJ]

If you want the closest 'authentic' vibe, the SNES cart on a CRT is the charm, but on a modern TV the lag and scaling take away a chunk of it. An HDMI upscaler or a CRT actually helps, but it’s not plug-and-play.

[Kyle21]

One quick question, are you chasing true authenticity or just a smooth, playable experience on a big screen?