This is coming from a very western perspective, but the SNES era of RPGs is firmly cemented in my brain as this near mythical explosion of classic game after classic game, almost all of which coming from Square. That myth has stayed relatively the same even as an adult now who absolutely did not grow up with them, with many of the highlights of the generation staying relatively the same. I had certainly heard of Live a Live before the remake's annoucement, but my knowledge essentially went to name alone, and the general praise I had heard for it. And to be frank, this game is earth-shattering. This is like finding out another Chrono-Trigger tier game existed with the big boys all along, and everyone who has played this finding that out, myself included, finding that out as they go along this excellent adventure, its so heartwarming. Who knows what other great gems are ready for a revival this good again.

Reviewed on Jul 07, 2023


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