Square Enix is gearing up for the release of 'Visions of Mana' during the upcoming summer, aiming to delight fans of the enduring RPG franchise. Announced at The Game Awards last year, this title marks the first main entry in the acclaimed Mana series in over a decade and a half. The next installment remains faithful to the action-RPG foundations of the series, offering players a fresh adventure with Val, a 'soul guard' tasked with protecting his childhood friend—a chosen by the Faerie as the ARlm of Fire destined for the Tree of Mana to restore the mana flow. Packed with real-time 3D combat, 'Visions of Mana' will make its way onto Steam, Microsoft Store, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Xbox Series X and S.
When is Visions of Mana set to release?
'Visions of Mana' is slated for release in the summer, though an exact date has not been specified.
The Mana series burst onto the gaming scene in 1991 with 'Final Fantasy Adventure', a title that was renamed to 'Mystic Quest' for the European audience. Several comparisons have been drawn between this franchise and 'The Legend of Zelda' series by Nintendo, indicating its broad appeal and impact on the genre. With its deep history, 'Visions of Mana' is not merely a continuation but a revival of a beloved classic series. Players are keenly anticipating its arrival to see how it reinterprets the action-RPG elements and to experience another epic journey within its rich, fantastical world.
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It's about time the Mana series got some fresh love, and 'Visions of Mana' sounds like it's got all the makings of a classic with a modern twist. Super stoked to see how it'll honor its roots while bringing something new to the table for both old fans and newcomers alike 🌳✨
Square Enix really knows how to keep the nostalgia alive while building on what fans love; 'Visions of Mana' looks like it could be the perfect blend of classic action-RPG goodness with a modern twist. The fact that it's the first main entry in over 15 years has us old-school Mana fans pretty hyped to see how it'll honor its roots and entice the newcomers.
Stoked to see Square Enix breathing new life into the Mana series with 'Visions of Mana'—there's nothing quite like that nostalgic blend of action-RPG goodness with a fresh twist. Here's hoping it hits that sweet spot of respecting the old-school charm while delivering that slick, modern gameplay we crave in today's titles.