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Visions of Mana

PlayStation 5, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox, PlayStation 4 • 2024

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Quick resume

Explore a world of elemental spirits and adventure in the latest Mana action-RPG.

Global score

79/100

Genres

Action, Role-playing (RPG), Adventure

Pros

  • Nostalgic and charming mana series experience
  • Beautiful, vibrant art style and music
  • Engaging and customizable combat system
  • Large, explorable world with collectibles
  • Strong emotional and fantasy storytelling

Cons

  • Some technical issues and bugs reported
  • Side quests can be tedious and repetitive
  • Story pacing and depth uneven for some players
  • Cutscenes locked at 30 fps causing jarring transitions
  • Studio closure may limit future updates

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    4

    "Players can freely choose characters, classes, and customize abilities, with exploration and combat styles offering personal control."

  • Competence
    3

    "Combat is skill-based and responsive with customization depth, though some find it accessible and not overly challenging."

  • Competition
    -3

    "Focus is on personal progression and exploration without competitive multiplayer or leaderboards."

  • Continuation
    4

    "Players report long playtimes, extensive side quests, and engagement with post-game content encouraging habitual play."

  • Cooperation
    -4

    "Single-player experience with AI companions; no multiplayer or cooperative modes."

  • Creativity
    4

    "Players experiment with multiple classes, abilities, and character builds, enabling creative combat strategies."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No evidence of exerting control or superiority over others; interactions are cooperative or solo."

  • Escapism
    5

    "Highly immersive fantasy world with nostalgic and emotional storytelling provides strong real-life escape."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily out of personal interest and nostalgia, not obligation or external pressure."

  • Experimenting
    4

    "Players try different classes, abilities, and combat styles, exploring mechanics and synergies."

  • Exploration
    4

    "Large, colorful zones with collectibles and secrets encourage curiosity-driven discovery and re-exploration."

  • Expression
    3

    "Character customization includes class-based costume changes and ability builds, allowing some self-expression."

  • Fantasy
    5

    "Strong fantasy setting with magical elements, mythical creatures, and imaginative storytelling."

  • Fellowship
    -4

    "Primarily a solo experience with limited social interaction beyond NPCs."

  • Growth
    4

    "Players develop skills through class progression, ability customization, and combat mastery."

  • Health
    -5

    "Typical sedentary gaming experience with no physical activity or health-related mechanics."

  • Idle
    -4

    "Requires focused attention during combat and exploration; not designed for background or idle play."

  • Intimacy
    -4

    "Limited to narrative character relationships; no player-to-player emotional connections."

  • Leadership
    -3

    "Players control party members but no evidence of leading others socially or in multiplayer."

  • Progression
    4

    "Strong emphasis on leveling, class upgrades, item collection, and unlocking abilities."

  • Relaxation
    3

    "Generally a pleasant and cozy experience with some challenge; some players find it relaxing."

  • Sensation
    4

    "Vibrant visuals, colorful environments, and an engaging soundtrack provide sensory enjoyment."

  • Status
    -4

    "No social status or recognition systems; focus is on individual experience."

  • Story
    3

    "Narrative immersion with character development and emotional moments, though some find story simple."

  • Strategy
    3

    "Combat and class systems require tactical thinking and planning for effective builds and fights."

  • Thrill
    2

    "Combat has moments of challenge and excitement but overall is accessible and not highly suspenseful."

  • Value
    2

    "Players find good value in gameplay length and content, though some critique price relative to scope."

  • Violence
    3

    "Combat involves fighting enemies with weapons and magic; some enjoy the action and boss fights."

  • Survival
    -2

    "Game is low risk with stable conditions; challenge is moderate but not focused on survival mechanics."

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    Last update: 06/03/2026