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Not rated

Platform
Game Gear
Player Perspective
Top-down
Developer Companies
RIT'S Co
Publishers
Sega
Release date
30 October 1994

Summary

Moldorian: Hikari to Yami no Sister is a 1994 fantasy RPG for Sega’s Game Gear that still feels fresh today. The game’s art pushes the handheld’s limits—each sprite and background is rendered with surprising detail, giving the world a surprisingly rich, painterly vibe. Combat deviates from the typical button‑mashing fare; it employs a tactical, turn‑based system that rewards positioning and timing, making battles feel like a strategic puzzle. Adding another layer of charm, the entire soundtrack was composed by Hitoshi Sakimoto, whose melodies manage to be both haunting and uplifting despite the console’s modest sound chip. For anyone hunting a hidden gem in the portable RPG lane, Moldorian offers deep, atmospheric gameplay that stands out from its 90s counterparts.

Storyline

Moldorian: Hikari to Yami no Sister follows Navarre, a boy living in the village of Keuzon in the Human Realm of Moldoria. Shunned by his peers as a coward and weakling, his only real companion is his childhood friend Miria. One day a village bully dares Navarre to prove his strength, and the two set off for a nearby cave. The cave is rumored to be ancient, but Navarre sees it as his chance to earn respect.

Inside the darkness, they awaken forces that have been stirring across Moldoria. Unbeknownst to anyone, the land is being corrupted by a hidden menace, and Navarre is swept into an adventure far beyond his imagination. With Miria at his side, he must confront the looming threat and discover whether a perceived coward can become a true hero.

Edited by Maya Carter

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