Tales of the World: Summoner's Lineage (2003). Play Free Online

Summary

Tales of the World: Summoner's Lineage is a unique spin‑off that places the Tales of Phantasia cast into a grid‑based tactical RPG on the Game Boy Advance. Characters slide across a board and only spar when they bump into an opponent, turning each encounter into a classic turn‑based showdown of physical attacks and magic. Elements play a big role—fire, water and the rest determine who bites the bullet and who burns. Fulein’s summoning ability adds a quirky twist, letting you call in a menagerie of monsters with their own stats and skills. What makes it feel especially nostalgic is its lineage: the combat system harks back to Namco’s Pocket King, itself a handheld heir of the ’88 Famicom title King of Kings. Even though the visuals are 2D, the game carries over familiar items, enemies, and a fantasy‑simulation vibe that makes it a hidden gem for anyone who loves strategic, story‑rich handheld games.

Storyline

Tales of the World: Summoner's Lineage (often just called Summoner's Lineage) is set in the same world as Tales of Phantasia, specifically in the year 4765 of the Aselia Calendar—about 411 years after the future timeline of the original game. The story follows a young summoning apprentice named Fulein K. Lester and his sprite‑like companion Macaron, who are learning how to call magical beasts into the physical realm. Their training is abruptly halted when a wave of monsters and other dangerous beasts begins flooding the nation, threatening its long‑standing peace. To counter the crisis, the legendary Heroes of Time—Cress, Claus, Mint, Suzu, Arche, and Chester—are summoned from the past to aid the present. Together with a few new allies, they set out to restore balance and drive the invading creatures back.

Edited by Maya Carter