Secret of Mana

Secret of Mana (1993)

by Square, Square Enix
Genres:Role-playing (RPG), Adventure
Themes:Open world, Action, Fantasy
Game modes:Single player, Co-operative, Multiplayer
Story:Initially released in Japan in 1993, Secret of Mana took the world by storm with its innovative real-time battle system and gorgeously rendered world. It continues to stand out among other action RPGs for its seamless gameplay that anyone from beginner to veteran can enjoy. One of the most memorable elements of the Mana series is the Ring Command menu system. With the single press of a button, a ring-shaped menu appears on the screen, where players can use items, change weapons, and do a variety of other actions without needing to switch screens. This Ring Command menu system for which the Mana series is so well known was first introduced in Secret of Mana and has since appeared in most games in the series. Play as Randi and his two companions, Primm and Popoi, as they adventure all around the world. At the center of our epic story is the mystical power of Mana. Battle the empire in its quest for control of Mana. Befriend the eight elementals who wield the forces of nature itself. Numerous encounters await at every turn.Show more
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user avatar@gnegnouser avatar@gnegno
March 04, 2025
I have so many memories of a summer of many years ago, playing this game with my brother on the SNES. And the intro music... Not a perfect game, but for me it was magical.
user avatar@khopkouser avatar@khopko
March 16, 2025
I remember staying up late at night playing this game with my friend at a sleepover, me controlling the sprite and my friend controlling Randi with the other controller. That soundtrack is still amazing and one whose files I still listen to. A very good game, albeit too easy once you start getting magic.
user avatar@Pixels__user avatar@Pixels__
April 28, 2025
The soundtrack remains a staple on my playlist when creating cover art for books when I'm needing that playful, whimsical feel of yesteryear. High energy with a touch of nostalgia even when I first heard it in 93, it matches the bright colors and silly expressions of characters who are out to save the world from a civilization that went too far in its search for power at all costs... The gameplay is basic, with a limited number of elements on the screen to keep everything manageable for the processer and the player alike, but with a couple sneaky gimmicks you could pull out by having magic overlap and stunlock bosses if you've got the resources and timing to pull it off.
user avatar@mvdxuser avatar@mvdx
April 29, 2025
Tellement de souvenirs avec ce jeu! Les graphismes, la rapidité et la fluidité du jeu, l'upgrade des armes, etc... et surtout la possibilité de jouer à plusieurs en même temps. Un été à jouer avec mes 2 meilleurs amis en coop! Tout n'est pas parfait dans ce jeu, mais à l'époque c'était vraiment du bonheur.
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