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Game Info

Cover art of Shining Force: Resurrection of the Dark Dragon

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Platform: Game Boy Advance
Genres: Strategy · Role-Playing
Player Perspective: Top-down
Developers: Climax Entertainment · Amusement Vision
Publishers: Atlus · THQ · Sega Corporation · Sega Games
Release date: April 30, 2004

Summary

Shining Force: Resurrection of the Dark Dragon is the Game Boy Advance’s polished revisit of the classic 1992 Sega Genesis title. The handheld version keeps the core tactical feel that made the original a cult favorite, while refreshing the pixel art and interface for a portable audience. Fans of the series will recognize the same strategic depth, now wrapped in a more accessible package that fits neatly into a pocket. It’s a nostalgic bridge between early ’90s RPGs and modern handheld gaming.

Storyline

Darksol, a mysterious traveler who has earned the favor of the King of Runefaust, is secretly plotting to bring back the ancient and terrifying Dark Dragon. He manipulates the king into invading the peaceful kingdom of Guardiana, using the assault as a cover for his dark ritual. You awaken on Guardiana’s shores as a young warrior with no memory of your past, only to be thrust into leadership when the kingdom is besieged. Your task is to uncover the truth behind the Legacy of the Gods and halt the Dark Dragon’s resurrection before the world is consumed. In Shining Force: Resurrection of the Dark Dragon, you command a party of up to twelve heroes drawn from a roster of more than thirty, exploring the world of Rune while gathering weapons, armor, and powerful spells to defeat the looming evil.

Edited by Maya Carter