Wondrous Magic is a Japanese-exclusive fantasy RPG developed by System Sacom and published by ASCII Entertainment for the Super Famicom in 1993. Breaking away from the standard turn-based battles of the 16-bit era, the game features a distinct real-time combat system that demands careful party positioning to fend off enemies approaching from multiple directions. Instead of roaming a traditional overworld, players navigate through a menu-based map system, following the protagonist Kurisu on a quest to locate her missing father, all accompanied by detailed story artwork.
How to Play
Navigate the menus and direct your party in real-time battles using the default SNES browser controls. Move the cursor or characters with the Arrow Keys. The primary action and confirm buttons map to Z and X (standing in for the A and B buttons), while A and S act as X and Y. Press Enter for Start and Shift for Select. Keep an eye on positioning during combat, as enemy waves will attack from various angles.
Tips
- Manage your positioning: The real-time battle system is highly dependent on where your party members stand. Keep fragile characters protected behind fighters.
- Expect a learning curve: AI-controlled teammates can be tricky to manage in fast-paced encounters, so be prepared to grind a little to stay ahead of the difficulty curve.
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