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Originally Published 1 year ago — by Gematsu
Square Enix has released a special trailer for Visions of Mana, titled "Continue Your Life with Mana," showcasing the history of the Mana series and the player's journey from childhood to adulthood. The game is set to release on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam and Microsoft Store this summer.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Destructoid
Visions of Mana, a new RPG from Square Enix, offers a cozy and familiar gaming experience with bright and cheerful visuals, fast and enjoyable combat, and a focus on elemental affinities. The game features open fields, quests, and real-time action-RPG combat with customizable classes and elemental effects. The development team aimed to incorporate the strongest elements of the Mana series into this new installment, creating a passion project for both fans and newcomers. Visions of Mana is set for release in summer 2024 on PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IGN
Visions of Mana, the first mainline game in the Mana series in almost two decades, offers a fresh take on battle and class systems with fast-paced, 3D semi-open field battles and a focus on action in the action-JRPG genre. The introduction of gameplay elements such as Elemental Vessels and the ability to equip different Vessels to characters beforehand adds an interesting rock-paper-scissors combat mechanic, making the game potentially exciting and a possible return to the modern-day limelight for the series.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Kotaku
Visions of Mana, the first mainline Mana game since 2006, offers a vintage RPG experience with a storybook art style and action-RPG mechanics, but struggles with clunky combat and empty world design. Despite its issues, the game shows promise with its whimsical charm and potential depth, especially evident in the final boss encounter, but may need further polish before release.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Eurogamer.net
Visions of Mana, the upcoming game in the Mana series, aims to return to its roots while modernizing for new systems. The game's open world and vibrant visuals pay homage to the series' origins, but its combat feels stiff and lacks the responsiveness seen in other action-RPGs. Despite its pleasing presentation and accessibility, Visions of Mana may struggle to stand out in a genre dominated by more innovative titles.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Kotaku
Square Enix's upcoming action RPG, Visions of Mana, is set to launch sometime this summer for PC, PlayStation 4/5, and Xbox Series X/S. The game features action-heavy combat with magic-based elements, aerial combat, and companions called pikuls. The soundtrack will include 100 songs composed by veterans of the Mana series.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Push Square
Visions of Mana, the upcoming action RPG in the Mana series, is set to release in summer 2024 for PS5 and PS4, narrowing down its previously vague release window. A new developer diary showcased glimpses of gameplay, hinting at an evolution of the Trials of Mana remake on PS4.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Kotaku
Square Enix has announced Visions of Mana, a new game in the Mana series, during the Game Awards. The trailer showcased open environments, real-time combat, and updated designs by illustrator Airi Yoshioka. The game is set to release in 2024 for PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. After a series of disappointing spin-offs, fans are hopeful that Visions of Mana will bring the franchise back to its former glory.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Rock Paper Shotgun
Square Enix has announced Visions Of Mana, the first all-new Mana game in 15 years. The action-RPG will feature a protagonist named Val, who is chosen to be the Alm Of Fire and tasked with reviving the mana flow at the Mana Tree. The game promises expansive semi-open fields, smooth exploration, new monsters, and familiar Rabite creatures. Visions Of Mana is set to release in 2024.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Nintendo Life
Square Enix has registered trademarks for "Visions of Mana" and "Pixelight," with "Visions of Mana" potentially being a new game in the Mana series. The trailer showcased at The Game Awards 2023 revealed stunning visuals and open combat, but disappointingly, the game is not currently planned for release on the Nintendo Switch. The game is set to launch on PS4, PS5, Xbox Series, and PC, leaving open the possibility of a future release on a Nintendo console.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Nintendo Life
Square Enix has registered trademarks for "Visions of Mana" and "Pixelight," with "Visions of Mana" potentially being a new game in the Mana series. The trailer showcased at The Game Awards 2023 revealed stunning visuals and open combat, but disappointingly, the game is not currently planned for release on the Nintendo Switch. The game is set to launch on PS4, PS5, Xbox Series, and PC, leaving open the possibility of a future release on a Nintendo console.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Gematsu
Square Enix has filed trademarks for "Visions of Mana" and "Pixelight" in Europe, Australia, and Japan, hinting at a potential new entry in the Mana series. The most recent game in the series was Trials of Mana in 2020, and a mobile game called Echoes of Mana was released in 2022 but discontinued after a year.