An RPG that was limited to Japan for the longest time, western gamers will finally get the opportunity to try out this unique strategy RPG whenLive A Live’s remake hits store shelves. The fact that this remake utilizes the same HD-2D style thatOctopath Travelerdid make it a great title for fans of classic RPGs to sink their teeth into… although it does open the discussion for more forgotten SNES RPGs that deserve more love as well.
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After all, the console was blessed with a massive number of games, some of which didn’t even make it to international waters. Given how little people speak about the following games, it’s only a given that a modern remake in the same style asLive A Livewould bring some much-needed attention to these forgotten gems once again.
8Terranigma
An action RPG with a brilliant world and engaging gameplay,Terranigmais one of the most underrated games on the Super Nintendo. The sheer variety of levels in this game alone made it worth the price of admission.
Its brilliant soundtrack is the cherry on top, turningTerranigmainto an underrated masterpiece that more gamers should check out. With a remake, remaster, or even a re-release, this game can get the attention it deserves
7Brain Lord
Speaking ofunderrated RPGs on the Super Nintendothat deserve remasters, another name that comes to mind isBrain Lord. Published by Enix before their historic merger,Brain Lordis a great game for fans of the RPG genre.
Puzzles are a major part of Brain Lord’s gameplay loop, which is quite fitting given its title. By blending the best aspects of action-adventure and RPGs,Brain Lordturns into a wonderful game that has remained unfairly overlooked for the longest time.
6Bahamut Lagoon
The Final Fantasy series has received its fair share of spin-offs, with even the most inane and ridiculous games receiving a Western release. So, it’s quite surprising and a downright shame that the brilliantBahamut Lagoonremained landlocked in Japan.
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Of course, fans who really want to try outBahamut Lagooncanuse the unofficial English translation instead, which does a commendable job. It’s a great tactical RPG that fans of charming and quirky titles will absolutely adore.
5Lufia II: Rise Of The Sinistrals
TheLufiaseries isone of the most underrated RPG franchises of all time, which is a downright shame given the quality of these titles. Each game in this series is full to the brim with tried-and-tested gameplay, a charming world, and characters that are pretty endearing in their own right.
The second game in the series is easily the most memorable of the lot, with a remake of this game still not doing it justice. Perhaps a more modern approach will help theLufiaseries gain the popularity it deserves.
4Secret Of Evermore
Given the massive popularity ofSecret of Mana, it’s pretty surprising that more people don’t talk about another game in the same vein —Secret of Evermore. Aside from the obvious similarities in their names, the gameplay and other such systems are also pretty similar.
However,Secret of Evermorenever really got the love or adoration that was dished out on its predecessor. Perhaps due to its standalone nature, the game was pretty much forgotten by Square after its release.
3Illusion Of Gaia
Another game on this list that was published by Enix isIllusion of Gaia, known asIllusion of Timein the European release. It’sa pretty challenging game with unique mechanics and a great setting.
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The story might feel disjointed at times, but the game has a solid foundation and great systems, making it a great title worth playing. A remaster of this game might be pretty unlikely, but fans would definitely love a shot at trying out a unique old-school RPG, andIllusion of Gaiafits the bill here.
2Breath Of Fire 2
TheBreath of Fireseries is pretty popular, although these JRPGs haven’t really seen any major releases for quite some time. That being said, this game mainly got popular with its entries on the PlayStation.
As a result, most people haven’t checked outtheBreath of Firegames on the SNES. This is a shame since this console hasBreath of Fire 2— a game many people consider to be one of the best JRPGs on the platform.
1Soul Blazer
Soul Blazerisa great action RPGthat has sadly become a forgotten relic over time. The game features classic dungeon-crawling gameplay that is pretty engaging in its own right.
With a modern overhaul of the game’s visuals just likeLive A Live, the game can turn into something truly memorable. That being said, it’s highly improbable thatSoul Blazerwill receive this treatment… but a lot of people could’ve said the same aboutLive A Livebefore its surprise announcement.
Live A Livewill be released on July 22nd, 2022 for the Nintendo Switch.
