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Name | Terranigma |
System | Super Nintendo |
Year | 1995 |
Developer | Quintet Co., Ltd. |
Genre | RPG |
Terranigma is a Super Nintendo game released in 1995 by Quintet and Enix. It is an action-adventure role-playing game set in a fantasy world where the player takes on the role of Ark, a young boy who must save the world from destruction. The story follows Ark as he travels around the world and interacts with various characters, gradually unlocking new areas and abilities to progress through his journey.
The game begins with Ark waking up in Crysta, a village hidden within an iceberg. He soon discovers that he is the only one left alive in Crysta and sets out to explore the world beyond its walls. As he travels from continent to continent, Ark meets many people who will help him along his journey. He also finds magical artifacts that can be used to unlock new powers and abilities such as flying or teleporting between locations. With these newfound powers, Ark can continue his quest to bring life back to the world by reviving dormant continents and restoring balance between nature and civilization.
Gameplay consists of exploring dungeons, fighting enemies, completing puzzles, and collecting items which are used to upgrade weapons and armor. Along his journey, Ark can find allies who can join him in battle or give advice on how to progress through certain areas. There are also minigames scattered throughout Terranigma which can be completed for rewards such as items or money.
The art style of Terranigma is heavily influenced by European folklore featuring bright colors and detailed character designs which contrast sharply against the dark environments they inhabit. The music of Terranigma is composed by Miyoko Takaoka who created some memorable tracks such as “A Wish” which plays during the introduction sequence or “The Tower” which plays during boss battles. In addition to its captivating visuals and sound design, Terranigma features an engaging story with multiple endings depending on how players progress through their adventure making it one of the more unique titles available for Super Nintendo fans at the time of its release.