Unfortunately, this entry can be somewhat difficult to revisit in this day and age due to its brain-dead partner AI, which is a problem when the combat system requires three party members to pull their own weight in battle. While the plot is nothing to write home about, the gameplay is very solid, mostly because it sticks close to the formula defined by Secret of Mana.
Secret of Evermore also introduces Alchemy, a magic system that involves blending ingredients rather than using MP. A difficult game that loves to periodically throw out an overwhelming boss fight, Secret of Evermore might not reach the same heights as the Mana games, but it comes very close.
The game follows Will, a boy tasked by Gaia to visit various ruins to collect ancient dolls. In return, the deity grants Will the power to occasionally transform into Freedan or Shadow, who each come with their own strengths and weaknesses.
Lufia 2 incorporates a turn-based battle system that, while relatively conventional, is implemented about as effectively as any JRPG from this era. In this alternate reality, Earth has essentially been reduced to a frozen wasteland, with the exception of a solitary village; after an incident leaves nearly everyone in the town frozen, Ark — the youthful protagonist — heads out to resurrect the world and save his people.
Terranigma 's combat uses a variant of a rock-paper-scissors system, albeit one that is not all that punishing. While there is magic in the form of consumable items, the RPG avoids bogging itself down with too many stats and spells, opting for a fast-paced battle system instead. The story is also pretty great. The story is only serviceable, but Breath Of Fire 2 shines in its characters, town-building mechanic, the sheer quantity of content included, and turn-based battle system.
For a mascot that defined platformers, Mario has quite an impressive track record when it comes to RPGs. By adding button prompts to an otherwise typical turn-based battle system, Super Mario RPG injects an element of immediacy to combat that complements the game's heavy focus on adventuring and platforming.
Soul Blazer is the quintessential action RPG. Assuming the role of a divine warrior, players must work their way through various dungeons to defeat a boss and free a soul that is being held captive. The combat is quick, simple, and entertaining; while the story is nothing particularly special, it is satisfying to see the towns improve as more and more souls are released.
You will spend a lot of time managing units, some of which include ninjas, griffins, and witches. It also features one of the denser stories of any bit game. Many of the best plot beats may even remind you more of Game of Thrones than Lord of the Rings. This is actually considered the fifth episode of the Ogre Battle saga, and while several sequels were produced over the years, the first four games that would have presumably featured the rise of Endora were never made.
Of course, the graphics and sound were better with the move to more powerful hardware, but what really set it apart was the distinction of being one of the first RPGs to actually feature a fully fleshed-out plot complete with a complicated love triangle and a sympathetic villain in Golbez.
The Paper Mario and Mario and Luigi games are good, but none have surpassed this classic. It introduced many gamers to faster, varied combat, three-player multiplayer, and an absolutely massive game world. While this game has been ported and remade perhaps more than any other game on this list, none of those versions quite match the first release. The original version of Secret of Mana still looks and feels timeless.
They rarely sold well, but at least did well critically. Surreal, satirical, and sometimes just plain weird, Earthbound remains one of the more unique and innovative RPGs ever made. Now, if Nintendo would just get around to finally putting out an official English localization of the sequel…. The rousing soundtrack pushes the SNES to its absolute limits, making moments like the famous opera scene and the final battle against Kefka feel especially epic. Square arguably came to rely on CG movies a little too much in later games, but Final Fantasy VI is proof that the developers were master storytellers long before that.
Developer: HAL Laboratory. Developer: Sting Entertainment. Developer: Culture Brain. Developer: Asmik Ace Entertainment. Developer: Square Enix, Square. Developer: Westwood Studios. Developer: Origin Systems. Developer: Max Entertainment. Developer: Sir-Tech. Developer: Banpresto. Chrono Trigger. Final Fantasy VI. Developer: Sqaure. Final Fantasy IV. Seiken Densetsu 3. Developer: Square. Secret of Mana. Breath of Fire II. Developer: Capcom. Illusion of Gaia. This game introduced a unique yet simple style to the RPG genre.
There are only three playable characters and the attacks are basically melee with each character using a different weapon. All characters share the same health and defense points. Bosses can not be done twice and enemies disappear after defeat unless you completely exit a dungeon or area and come back or if Will loses all his lives.
The game has no equipment or currency system. The only healing items are herbs. Even with these limitations, I truly enjoyed the game. The simplicity, I believe made it unique yet challenging. Some of my friends became frustrated with these points but I enjoyed it. The story begins with the main character, Will stumbling into a Dark Space and meeting Gaia. Gaia informs Will that he has been chosen and must leave his home to save the world from an approaching comet. I don't want to describe it much more to avoid spoilers but trust me, even though it seems simple and lacking in features, trust me, it's a great game to play.
You had to know this game would be in the top five. Secret Of Mana. What can I say? This game was freaking sweet! Awesome graphics, great sound and lots of innovation. Another live-action RPG game as opposed to turn-based. This game brought us the Adaptive Time Battle meter making it possible for awesome real-time action.
It also introduces the Ring Command battle system allowing you to pause the action while making important battle decisions. Another awesome system in the game was multiplayer. This feature allowed other players to join in when they wanted and leave if they wanted, a great feature for when your friends come over to play.
This game is just pure quality. The plot is very intriguing and has a great flow to it. Developed by Square and produced by Nintendo this game was released in The first role-playing game in the Mario series. In this RPG you're after Smithy. Smithy has stolen the seven stars and Mario must get them back so people can again receive their wishes. This game had some awesome 3D graphics and some pretty darn funny dialogue.
Super Mario RPG features turn-based battles when encountering an enemy. Yet, much of the game is like a platformer with jumping and the ability to avoid battles that you deem unfit for your great powers.
You start off in the game with only Mario but end up gaining 5 party members, 2 of which can be chosen to join in battles with you. I loved this game. The graphics were awesome, the colors were bright and the soundtrack was good. I still play this game today via emulation. At number three is the epic Chrono Trigger! Published by Square in , this game was created with three awesome designers known as "The Dream Team".
This game is like a fanboy's wet dream. The gameplay is much like other RPG's with a world map where you travel to other areas which may have other explorable areas within. One difference is the fact that Chrono Trigger's enemies are visible so you are not randomly thrust into a battle.
I loved playing this game and I still love playing this game like most of the RPG's on this list. The battles are fun but still challenging, the story is another great one and the graphics and character designs are amazing for a SNES. Play this game now!
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