action role-playing game
Secret of Mana
By Square, released 1 Jan 1993
- Microsoft Windows
- Wii
- Super Nintendo Entertainment System
- Super NES Classic Edition
- post-apocalyptic video game
- Christmas video game
What it is
Secret of Mana is an action RPG from Square, originally released in 1993 and remade in 3D for its 2018 release. The remake retells the adventure of Randi, Primm, and Popoi with rebuilt 3D graphics, an arranged musical score, voiced characters, and additional interlude episodes. Its listed features include single-player and multiplayer, with co-op and shared-screen co-op among the options; local play supports three-player co-op. Steam also lists PvP and shared-screen PvP, achievements, trading cards, custom volume controls, and partial controller support. The Steam version is listed for Windows. Square Enix publishes the remake. Players can take on the story alone or bring friends into its local co-op adventure.
What players like, and what they don't
- Three-player local co-op
- Story retold with 3D graphics
- Voiced characters and arranged music
- Includes single-player and multiplayer
- Steam version lists Windows only
- Partial controller support
Who it suits
It suits players interested in a story-driven action RPG who want the option of three-player local co-op. The Steam version is listed for Windows.
Secret of Mana combines a 3D retelling of its adventure with single-player and local co-op options. It is most relevant to players who want to explore its story alone or with friends.
