Visions of Mana

It’s a bigger game than I was expecting. At around 50-60 hours at a reasonable pace, working through everything, it’s by far the largest Mana game ever produced. The fact that it doesn’t stop being a highly playable joy from the start right through to the end should be a good indication of just how beloved this one is set to become – it may even just unseat Secret of Mana itself. Visions of Mana might not be quite so genre-refining as that classic, but otherwise, this is the perfect representation of what Mana has always meant to represent.

Impulse GamerMarc Rigg

Helmed by Masaru Oyamada and developed by Ouka Studios, Visions of Mana is the first brand-new, mainline entry into the Mana series in 15 years. I was

MonsterVineNick Mangiaracina

For all its faults, I think Visions of Mana is a pretty good game. It went down easy and there was a lot to do. Likewise, the visuals and music make it the modern Mana game that’s precisely what’s required to become invested in the series. Unfortunately, especially in a year stacked with great RPGs already out, Visions of Mana doesn’t quite make the cut.

Capsule ComputersTravis Bruno

8/10

Visions of Mana is a gorgeous looking action RPG with a highly customizable and enjoyable combat system and an unfortunately simple storyline bolstered by a stellar cast of characters.

Final WeaponPayne Grist

Visions of Mana is a wonderful continuation of the series that completely understands the strengths and appeal of the series while knowing what to modernize and what to keep classic. The themes, structure, mechanics, and art all feel explicitly Mana to the point you could swear new main entries never stopped coming out for over a decade. While there are some technical issues, it's nothing that affected my enjoyment of the game. With the closure of Ouka Studio, the basis for what could have be...

NoobFeedAhnaf Tajwar Shayan

80/100

Visions of Mana is a great entry for newcomers as well as a refreshing trip down memory lane for those familiar with the classic releases. While the pacing is a tad off at times, the game shines in its combat, customization, and presentation.

PC GamerTimothy Monbleau

77/100

This comfort food RPG stays fresh from start to finish.

MP1STCameron Teague

7.5/10

Visions of Mana Review - A well-crafted and enjoyable entry into the Visions of Mana series that new and veteran fans will come to enjoy.

Twisted VoxelSalal Awan

7/10

Visions of Mana masterfully captures the heart of traditional JRPGs with classic elements and stunning visual artistry.

Screen RantAustin King

7/10

Screen Rant was given advance access to Visions of Mana ahead of its release, leaving plenty of time to explore the world, learn about its characters, and experiment heavily with its action-RPG combat. The story, which won't be spoiled here, should be enjoyable for longtime Mana fans, but it also works just fine for newcomers to the series. And this is all by design - in many ways, Visions of Mana is an attempt to get back to the series' roots and create a comeback for an IP that's had quite a few middling releases and missteps in recent memory.

GamePressureGiancarlo Saldana

7/10

Playing Visions of Mana almost feels like playing an old JRPG. Its setting was inspired by the Super Nintendo’s Secret of Mana, after all, and you can really feel it when making your way through its wondrous world. However, too much reliance on classic elements also means that the game’s story feels a little too straightforward and as if it, too, is being sacrificed for the sake of reviving the series.

TechRadar GamingRhys Wood

The first original Mana series game in over a decade and a half is a pleasant romp through a visually stellar fantasy world. Fun combat quirks such as class switching and malleable builds offer plenty of customization, too, that’s all really quite easy to understand. Unfortunately, some stiffer elements of movement and a story that doesn’t quite realize its full potential have Visions of Mana falling short.