Platforms
- PCFeb 15, 20186.5playscore5.510 Critics6.81.62K Players
- PlayStation 4Feb 15, 20187.0playscore6.236 Critics8.43.78K Players
- AndroidOct 30, 20147.4playscore7.02 Critics7.66.59K Players
- iOSDec 21, 2010NAplayscoreNA0 Critics5.4255 Players
- PS VitaFeb 15, 2018NAplayscore5.510 CriticsNA0 Players
42 critic reviews · 1 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- The responsibility of a remake lies in its intent. If the idea was to preserve the original experience as much as possible while bringing the visuals up to modern standards, Secret of Mana fails with its slew of technical issues and unimpressive graphic design. If the intent was to forge a brand new experience based on the original, Secret of Mana fails as the dated combat engine challenged me in all the wrong ways and the added elements like voice acting fell flat with poor performances all around.
Jae Lee · Mar 13, 2018 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - Even with a slightly dodgy remake, you can still see that SNES classic poking through at its core. The touching story is timeless, with some beautiful heartwarming moments towards the end. The battle system is diverse, with various valid ways to play. For those who enjoyed the original, this remake may seem like sacrilege. For first-time players like me, it was a great adventure that I can easily recommend.
Georgina Young · Mar 03, 2018 Reviewed on VitaRead full review - While there’s plenty to love about the original Secret of Mana, this remake manages to kill off most the game’s charm while failing to modernize the parts of the game that actually need updating. Awkward animations, impenetrable menus, slow combat, and repeated random crashes add up to a game that, with 25 years of technological improvements under its belt, may actually be worse than the original.
Emma Schaefer · Feb 27, 2018 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - The original Secret of Mana was a charming, imaginative adventure that made a considerable impact on a lot of gamers' lives. Any attempt to reinvent that experience implies two things: that the original game had room for improvement, and that modern technology and design can bring about such improvements. Sadly, while the original Secret of Mana was by no means a flawless experience, the remake's attempt to improve upon the formula has resulted in a game that's markedly inferior by comparison.
Kevin Tucker · Feb 26, 2018 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - If you’ve never played the original version of Secret of Mana, you might enjoy this game. Some of the design decisions will come off as a little strange, but there’s some decent fun buried in there. If you loved the Super NES original, however, this updated version will fill you with confusion, anger and disappointment.
James Paley · Feb 24, 2018 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - The biggest hindrance to Secret of Mana‘s success is that it isn’t a true remake, but more of an extensive remaster. At its core, the game remains the same, flaws and all. The additions, rather than being boons that bring Randi and friends into the future, are hindrances instead. It’s baffling to me that this release could have just been the original game, graphics and all, and likely make for a better investment of time, but that’s where we are.
Cody Gravelle · Feb 21, 2018 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - The redone graphics look good. Two great soundtracks. Fun combat system. The option to play local co-op. Incredibly charming. Engaging characters. The characters' mouths don't move. Some weird menu choices. You often don't have information you need regarding items. Lots of backtracking. No online co-op. Too much accordion on the remixed soundtrack.
Will Borger · Feb 21, 2018 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - Conventional wisdom would say the new Secret of Mana isn’t a great remake. It doubles down on the stuff that already works while leaving the original game’s most glaring flaws largely untouched. That said, I still enjoyed this new package. Secret of Mana was always about charm and personality over polish. Yes, the game remains a bit of a mess, but that special spark at its core burns brighter than ever. If you loved the original game, or are just in the mood for something light and quirky, this remake strikes true.
Nathan Birch · Feb 20, 2018 Reviewed on PS4Read full review - On which note, it’s hard to know exactly who this remake is for. Those who loved the original and are ready for a nostalgia trip are particularly poorly served by a game that loses much of the SNES game’s offbeat charm and has nothing to replace it with. And anyone who didn’t play it beforehand will wonder what the fuss was all about. About the best I can say for the new Secret of Mana is that it makes the old one, for all its faults, look like a masterpiece by comparison. I suspect that’s not quite the result Square Enix was going for.
Chris Schilling · Feb 20, 2018 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Honestly what would have been ideal is if it was left in the original state and given a 2D sprite makeover in the style of Final Fantasy IV for the PSP and maybe added some minor updates like shops containing item descriptions, but even with the complaints that can be made about this remake, it’s still Secret of Mana. Almost every JRPG fan will enjoy this remake, though a better Secret of Mana experience can be found on Super Nintendo.
Chris Shive · Feb 20, 2018 Reviewed on PS4Read full review
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Community Reviews
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About the game
Trailers & Screenshots:
Embark on an action-packed, worldwide adventure in the 3D remastered version of Secret of Mana. Take on the role of Randi, a young boy tasked with reviving the magical power of Mana.
The battle for Mana includes many tumultuous encounters along the way; armed with the Mana Sword and joined by his two companions Primm and Popoi, Randi leads the epic quest to battle the treacherous empire as it tries to gain control of Mana. In order to defeat the forces of evil, Randi, Primm and Popoi must befriend the eight elementals who hold the power that comprises Mana. The legacy of Mana returns as the brave warriors set forth to bring balance back to the world. The memorable adventure of Randi, Primm and Popoi is reborn in Secret of Mana!
Developer: Square Enix