Secret of Mana (France) brings Square’s acclaimed 1994 action RPG to the Super Nintendo in fully localised French. Following a young warrior who unwittingly unleashes evil upon the world by drawing a forbidden magic sword, this beloved title pioneered real-time combat in a genre traditionally dominated by turn-based battles. Players explore a vibrant top-down world, teaming up with companions to restore the Tree of Mana.
How to Play
In this action RPG, battles happen in real time directly on the field. You can switch between characters and use the innovative Ring Command system to pause the action, select weapons, cast spells, and use items. The default SNES controls map the D-pad to movement (arrow keys), the face buttons to attacks and the Ring menu (typically Z/X/A/S on your keyboard), and Start to pause (Enter).
Tips
- Wait for your stamina percentage at the bottom of the screen to reach 100% before striking to ensure you deal maximum damage.
- Upgrading your weapons with Orbs found throughout the journey and frequently leveling up your elemental magic is crucial for defeating tougher bosses.
- Keep your inventory well-stocked with Candies and Cups of Wishes, as party members can be quickly overwhelmed by enemy groups.
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