Secret of Mana

 iOS
User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 52 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 43 out of 52
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 52
  3. Negative: 7 out of 52
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  1. Medialover
    Jul 27, 2011
    10
    What can you say about this game other then it is phenomenal? Albeit it takes a few hours of playing to get used to the touch screen movement once you do it is perfectly suited to iOS. They have provided shortcuts for magic (finally!) and kept everything true to the original. Worth the somewhat high price on the app store since it is just so good.
  2. Carlitoxic
    Jun 13, 2014
    10
    Sólo diré que este es el primer videojuego por el que empezó mi pasión por los videojuegos. Hasta la fecha no había visto nada tan profundo, mágico y hermoso en los circuitos de ninguna consola.
  3. Meli
    Mar 20, 2012
    10
    A classic that comes back with a revamp in graphics! That was the first game I bought on my ipad and I can't get enough. The new graphics, translation, spells icons and magic effects, is the reason we should replay this game again. Any fan of the serie should play this.
  4. badgerspin
    Feb 23, 2013
    10
    If you enjoy both Legend of Zelda: Link to the Past and Final Fantasy III, then you'll find this game is a breath of fresh air. I initially got this game back in the 90's shortly after it was released. To criticize modern game design, it was a time when it payed off to focus on things such as one-player gameplay longevity, story, and general gamelay (e.g., challenge and replay value). ItIf you enjoy both Legend of Zelda: Link to the Past and Final Fantasy III, then you'll find this game is a breath of fresh air. I initially got this game back in the 90's shortly after it was released. To criticize modern game design, it was a time when it payed off to focus on things such as one-player gameplay longevity, story, and general gamelay (e.g., challenge and replay value). It was also one of those games that is equally enjoyable with three people as it is with one.

    Overall, the game is extremely well balanced and controls responsive. The ring menus are well laid out and easy to comprehend. The challenge to reward aspect of is perhaps its strongest point, which is fantastic as it removes that "pointless and tedious" aspect of gameplay that makes me want to punt babies.

    This is one of Squaresoft's most underrated titles that the company ever pushed out, though likely that was due to Final Fantasy III being released shortly after. If you've never played it, it'll be well worth your time. Excellent for the casual gamer and more engaging enough for the RPG fan.    … Expand
  5. boyofbattle
    Oct 31, 2013
    10
    Undoubtedly one of the finest games ever created. It certainly is for me, topping both Chrono Trigger and Final Fantasy III (VI). What really sets the game apart is its fantastic combat system, engaging story and overall original feel. But, the thing that ensnared me and made this game anchor itself was the music.
    It's phenomenal. It's at times incredibly beautiful, technical (my god,    Undoubtedly one of the finest games ever created. It certainly is for me, topping both Chrono Trigger and Final Fantasy III (VI). What really sets the game apart is its fantastic combat system, engaging story and overall original feel. But, the thing that ensnared me and made this game anchor itself was the music.
    It's phenomenal. It's at times incredibly beautiful, technical (my god, it's tech prog!), mystical and downright beautiful. A good game is great, but I believe what really makes a game reach the highest echelons of the genre is music. Smell is well known to have the greatest effect on memory and nostalgia, but second to that must be the ears and music.

    If nothing else, go listen to the soundtrack.    … Expand
  6. rubanzomi
    Mar 13, 2014
    9
    A revolutionary battle system and multiplayer. This game is a truly great game and should be played by anyone who likes retro rpgs. Although its boss battles can be annoying at times.
  7. Signas501
    Mar 22, 2015
    10
    Secret of Mana is an RPG originally for the SNES and NES. The tale tells of Randy, and his friends Popoi and Primm. The three characters fight to restore the mana from each of the temples scattered throughout the world back to the mana sword to face the antagonist, Thanatos and his minions, who seek to revive the mana fortress and take over the world.
  8. Bulbotrax
    Aug 12, 2014
    0
    this is the dumbest game i ever played... the pathdinfing is a total shame... the IA is dumb as hell... i can't believe it's a squaresoft game... it must be a joke. (even the music is pityfull)
  9. orsonriven
    Mar 3, 2014
    1
    While others might be afraid to speak in fear that SE might stop porting these games, I have to say that this game should never be made for the IOS, this is a game that needs real controls to play and while some might think it improves on the SNES, the touch screen makes bigger problems, this is truly a game that deserved to be remade on the 3DS, please keep in mind this is only myWhile others might be afraid to speak in fear that SE might stop porting these games, I have to say that this game should never be made for the IOS, this is a game that needs real controls to play and while some might think it improves on the SNES, the touch screen makes bigger problems, this is truly a game that deserved to be remade on the 3DS, please keep in mind this is only my opinion, and please check out the game to decide for yourself, for now I'm going to stick to my SNES and play the real SOM.… Expand
  10. LastResource
    Jan 14, 2023
    10
    worth it and glad to play this game again. so much memories and nostalgia within this spin off game in the series.
  11. pomf
    Feb 3, 2023
    0
    This is the worst piece of trash game I have ever played. It was bad in 1993 and it's still bad. The original programmers should be ashamed at making a game that just doesn't function. Action 52 was better written than this. Everyone rating this high is absolutely mental.

Awards & Rankings

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#6 Most Discussed iOS Game of 2010
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#17 Most Shared iOS Game of 2010

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. Vandal
    Aug 2, 2011
    80
    This is an old school roleplaying game, with a superb presentation. Sadly, the controls are not as good we would have wished, and it lacks multiplayer capabilities. Despite these flaws, it is one of the best roleplaying games in the App Store.
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  2. Gameblog.fr
    Mar 18, 2011
    100
    A true Proust's Cookie of videogames, Secret of Mana is an absolute must-play of the iOS game library. Why ? Because everything that made it legendary in 1994 has been honored, and even improved in this version. Sure, the multiplayer was dropped, and the touch screen controls may bother some, but when you get beyond that, it's a wonder. Its pleasures are rooted in nostalgia, but this Action-RPG is at least as emblematic as a good Zelda.
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  3. AppSpy
    Jan 31, 2011
    80
    Secret of Mana for iDevices may not be the full-remake that some fans might have expected (especially when it lacks the co-op), but it's still an incredible classic RPG that genre fans should add to their collection.
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