role-playing video game
Romancing SaGa
By Square, released 1 Jan 1992
- Microsoft Windows
- Wii U
- Super Nintendo Entertainment System
- i-mode
- EZweb
What it is
Romancing SaGa is a role-playing game originally released in 1992. This entry describes the remastered Romancing SaGa -Minstrel Song-, where players choose one of eight protagonists with distinct origins and backstories and follow a freely shaped storyline. The setting is Mardias, where the Fatestones are scattered and gods once sealed away are rising again. The remaster features upgraded HD graphics and playability enhancements. Listed mechanics include Glimmer and Combo, and the feature list includes single-player, full controller support, save anytime, and play without timed input. Other listed options include Steam Achievements, Trading Cards, custom volume controls, keyboard-only and mouse-only controls. The Steam release date is December 1, 2022, for Windows. The broader platform list also names Wii U, Super Nintendo Entertainment System, i-mode, and EZweb.
What players like, and what they don't
- Choose from eight protagonists.
- The storyline can be shaped freely.
- Includes Glimmer and Combo mechanics.
- Full controller support is listed.
- Save anytime is listed.
- The listed Steam platform is Windows only.
- The Steam feature list is single-player.
Who it suits
It suits role-playing fans who want to shape a journey by choosing among eight protagonists. Its listed controls and save options may also suit players who prefer controller support or saving at any time.
The entry combines a multi-protagonist journey with the remaster's HD graphics and playability enhancements. Its Steam listing is single-player on Windows, with several control and save options.
