Trials of Mana is a classic JRPG game by Squaresoft (now Square Enix) for the SNES console. Basically this game is one of the Mana game series which includes Secret of Mana and Trials of Mana. In the Japanese region, this game is known as Seiken Denstesu 3.
From the Japanese name, this game is the third sequel to the Mana series. In April 2020, Square Enix reworked one of the JRPG games it made very ambitiously. How not, this game appears with completely overhauled graphics 100%, where the original series uses 2D graphics, in this remake version Square Enix is working on it with total 3D graphics.
Not only that, Square Enix is very successful in translating everything in the original game into this remake version. Every scene in the SNES version is shown in more detail. Even with the conversation that has been added voice acting. This makes the game come alive. The Trials of Mana game itself has a slightly different gameplay from most JRPG games of its time.
If other JRPG games you have to follow the storyline to gather your team or party, in this game you are left to choose and determine the team from the start. Without further ado, on this occasion, SixthGameOn will discuss this JRPG game from Square Enix in this article. Curious? Follow this article to the end!
Storyline Trials of Mana
This game has a style that is quite different from most JRPG games where you have to collect your party members one by one. Instead of that, you can already determine your members. In addition, in this you are faced with 6 main characters who have their own storylines and backgrounds, but with the same common thread. The story carried by Trials of Mana is basically quite generic.
The essence of this game's story is about the existence of a legendary sword called the Sword of Mana which is believed to be an object that is able to lock the evil power of Benevodon. A fairy named Goddess of Mana has managed to defeat eight monsters that represent the evil power and seal them.
Unfortunately, there is an evil party who tries to awaken the evil power after years of being sealed. In the midst of such tense conditions, the Goddess of Mana reappeared from a place called the Sanctuary of Mana who would choose a hero who would carry the Sword of Mana. However, before saving the world with these objects, the protagonist must collect an entity called Spirits scattered in various places. How will the story continue? You can try to play this game for the continuation.
Trials of Mana Graphics and Gameplay
In the SNES version, you can play multiplayer or invite your friends to finish this game together. However, this remake version only focuses on single-player gameplay. The style of play that is carried continues to carry what was in the original version, namely action RPG. Here you don't take turns attacking like other turn-based JRPG games in general. How about the member party who goes on an adventure with the main character of your choice? Because the focus of this game is single player, other party members will attack automatically like Final Fantasy XV.
For old players who play this game, there are many scenes that are very familiar. This is because almost all the scenes and conversations in the original game are translated in this remake version. However, even though it looks more detailed and slick, there are a few odd things left in this remake version. There are some scenes that look ridiculous when translated to this 3D format.
In addition, this aspect of character development seems old school, and may only be suitable for veteran gamers. Here you need to set the stats which actually takes a lot of time. Although we think this system tends to be casual and fine, this system is not suitable for gamers who want less time to develop characters.
Conclusion
As a JRPG veteran, the Trials of Mana game is an addition to the collection of JRPG games that are now being released more and more on PC. For new players it is not difficult to adapt when playing this game. Bright colors and slick 3D graphics format really spoil our eyes.
