10 Things You Unlock After Finishing Video Games (That Make You Want To Keep Playing)
1. New Game Plus And Secret Endings - Chrono Trigger
Although Chrono Trigger wasn't the first game with the New Game Plus mechanic, it was the first to actually call this type of reward "New Game Plus". It was also, and continues to be, one of the most inventive titles when it comes to utilizing this mechanic.
Aside from the standard reward in the form of retaining all of your skills and equipment, Chrono Trigger used its new game plus mode to allow the player to access additional endings, including secret endings that couldn't be attained without beating the game first.
For example, the Frog ending, where Frog ends up becoming Marle's ancestor, could only be achieved through New Game Plus, and endings like the legendary developer ending were much easier to get with all your abilities unlocked.
Chrono Trigger's new game plus is a classic, setting a great example for other games on how to use their post-game rewards creatively.