Visions of Mana, Square Enix's forthcoming action-RPG, will reportedly release on Game Pass on day one.
19.01.2024 - 20:27 / gamesreviews.com / Kevin Austin / Masaru Oyamada
As part of Xbox’s Developer Direct, Square Enix Ltd. shared exciting details about Visions of Mana™, marking the first mainline entry in the Mana series in over 15 years. During the developer showcase, Mana Series Producer Masaru Oyamada and Mana Series Creator Koichi Ishii introduced players to the reimagined world of Mana. They provided insights into the game’s development process and showcased its action-packed gameplay. Scheduled for a Summer 2024 release, Visions of Mana will be available on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and PC via STEAM®.
To watch the “Visions of Mana | Xbox Direct 2024 Gameplay Reveal” trailer, click here.
The trailer offers fans and newcomers a closer look at the latest gameplay features, monsters, and creatures in Visions of Mana. Mana Series Producer Masaru Oyamada revealed new combat details, including the addition of the aerial combat system, allowing players to engage in mid-air physical and magical attacks. The return of series staple, the Elementals, was also highlighted, providing specialized items with unique effects based on their respective elements for a flexible fighting style.
Players can anticipate encountering a new companion in Visions of Mana called the “pikuls,” designed by Mana Series Creator Koichi Ishii. These adorable companions, inspired by animals and mythology, will assist players in traversing the game’s expansive ground map as they explore the vibrant world.
SQUARE ENIX® announced that the Visions of Mana soundtrack will feature a launch track list of 100 songs composed or contributed to by musical creators from previous Mana titles, including Hiroki Kikuta, Tsuyoshi Sekito, and Ryo Yamazaki. The game will introduce a new adaptive music system, seamlessly transitioning between map exploration and battles to enhance the sense of urgency.
Since its debut in 1993 as MYSTIC QUEST™, a spin-off of the FINAL FANTASY series, Mana games have captivated players with vibrant worlds, breathtaking environments, heartwarming characters, and high fantasy storylines across various genres and platforms. Drawing on 30 years of legacy, Mana Series Producer Masaru Oyamada and his team aim to make Visions of Mana a faithful addition to the beloved series, offering fans and newcomers a fresh experience with an all-new story, characters, and gameplay mechanics.
Visions of Mana is set to launch in Summer 2024 for PS5®, PS4® consoles, Xbox Series X|S, Windows PC, and Steam®. For more information, visit here.
Kevin Austin has been in gaming journalism in one way or another since the launch of the Nintendo Gamecube. Married and father of 3 children he has been gaming since the ripe age of 6 when he got his first NES system and over 30 years later
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