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Wednesday - January 03, 2024

Secret of Mana - A Retrospective

by Hiddenx, 09:28

Chit Hot looks back at the Mana series:

Visions of the Mana Series: A Retrospective

The Mana series, created by Square Enix, has left an indelible mark on the world of RPGs since its inception. Beginning with the iconic Final Fantasy Adventure in 1991, the Mana series has evolved over the years, captivating players with its enchanting worlds and memorable characters. In this retrospective, we’ll embark on a journey through the ages, exploring the highlights, transformations, and enduring legacy of the Mana series.

Genesis of Mana Series: Final Fantasy Adventure (1991)
The Mana series had its humble beginnings with Final Fantasy Adventure (released as Seiken Densetsu: Final Fantasy Gaiden in Japan). The game was made for the original Game Boy. This game set the foundation for what would become a beloved franchise.

Initially conceived as a Final Fantasy spin-off, the game took a departure from traditional turn-based combat, introducing real-time action-RPG elements. This shift in gameplay mechanics, coupled with a compelling narrative, laid the groundwork for the Mana series’ unique identity.

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Thanks Couchpotato!

Saturday - February 24, 2018

Secret of Mana - More Reviews

by Hiddenx, 09:16

Two more lukewarm reviews for the Secret of Mana remake:

TSA: Score 5/10

Mammoth Gamers: Score 6.5/10

 

Thursday - February 22, 2018

Secret of Mana - Two Reviews

by Hiddenx, 20:03

Wccftech and PC Gamer checked out the Secret of Mana PC remake:

Wccftech - Score: 8/10

Conventional wisdom would say the new Secret of Mana isn’t a great remake. It doubles down on the stuff that already works while leaving the original game’s most glaring flaws largely untouched. That said, I still enjoyed this new package. Secret of Mana was always about charm and personality over polish. Yes, the game remains a bit of a mess, but that special spark at its core burns brighter than ever. If you loved the original game, or are just in the mood for something light and quirky, this remake strikes true.

Pros

  • Story is as affably zany as ever
  • New interludes add depth to your party
  • Nicely varied locales and quests
  • Lacks the fluff endemic to newer RPGs
  • Still a great local co-op option

Cons

  • Visual and audio upgrades are so-so
  • Combat is too retro for its own good
  • Lots of weird glitches

PC Gamer - Score: 48/100

A flimsy remake of a flawed 16-bit favourite that exacerbates all the original’s problems while failing to recapture its strengths.

Thanks henriquejr!

Thursday - February 15, 2018

Secret of Mana - Released

by Hiddenx, 20:05

The PC remake of the old SNES classic Secret of Mana has been released - the first user reviews are mixed.

Secret of Mana

Originally released in 1993, Secret of Mana is by far the most popular title in the Mana series. Now it's finally getting a long-awaited, full 3D remake!

The game faithfully retells the beloved story while adopting modern 3D graphics and controls. It will feature a newly arranged musical score, voiced characters and new content.

The adventure of Randi, Primm, and Popoi is reborn in the new Secret of Mana!

KEY FEATURES:

  • Moogle Suit DLC - Equippable armor that can be used in game. This special piece of equipment also changes the appearance of the characters.
  • Tiger Two Piece DLC -Equippable armor that can be used in game. This special piece of equipment also changes the appearance of Primm.
  • Tiger Suit DLC - Equippable armor that can be used in game. This special piece of equipment also changes the appearance of Randi and Popoi.
  • Custom downloadable wallpaper (sizes: 1024 x 768, 1280 x 1024, 1920 x 1080, 2560 x 1600)
  • 3D Graphics - Revamped visuals for the entire game; a vivid, Mana-filled world rebuilt in 3D!
  • Upgraded Gameplay - The original system has been reworked in an effort to realize a modern action RPG with improved gameplay.

Tuesday - September 05, 2017

Secret of Mana - SNES Map intact

by Silver, 00:23

PCGamesN had a look at some PAX West gameplay footage and discovered that the original SNES map has been kept intact for Secret of Mana.

Secret of Mana remake keeps the SNES map intact in new gameplay stream

Secret of Mana is a bonafide 16-bit classic, and if the thought of tracking down a SNES Classic to play it again was giving you cold sweats, Square Enix recently dropped some good news in the form of a full 3D remake. With 10 minutes of footage having come out of PAX West, we now have a better look at exactly what shape that remake will take.

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Sunday - August 27, 2017

Secret of Mana - Announced for February 15, 2018

by Hiddenx, 08:26

The story rich J-RPG Secret of Mana gets a 3d PC remake:

Secret of Mana

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The memorable adventure of Randi, Primm and Popoi is reborn as Secret of Mana! Originally released in 1993, Secret of Mana is by far the most popular title in the “Mana” series and has now undergone a much-awaited full 3D remake!

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Secret of Mana

Developer: Square Enix

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: J-RPG
Combat: Unknown
Play-time: Unknown
Voice-acting: Unknown

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· Platform: PC
· Released: 2018-02-15
· Publisher: Square Enix