Legend of Mana PS1
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Price History
| Date | Avg Price | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-05 | £34.65 | £10.42 | £144.68 | 10 |
| 2026-04-04 | £34.86 | £10.42 | £144.68 | 10 |
| 2026-04-03 | £40.24 | £18.01 | £144.68 | 10 |
| 2026-04-02 | £41.50 | £17.90 | £144.11 | 10 |
| 2026-04-01 | £36.97 | £12.16 | £144.11 | 10 |
| 2026-03-31 | £37.02 | £12.19 | £144.11 | 10 |
| 2026-03-30 | £36.34 | £13.03 | £144.11 | 10 |
| 2026-03-29 | £34.68 | £11.40 | £144.11 | 10 |
| 2026-03-28 | £39.03 | £11.40 | £144.11 | 10 |
| 2026-03-27 | £38.94 | £11.34 | £144.11 | 10 |
| 2026-03-26 | £42.59 | £11.31 | £144.11 | 10 |
| 2026-03-25 | £25.85 | £11.27 | £72.35 | 10 |
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Game History
Legend of Mana was developed by Square (now Square Enix) and released for the PlayStation 1 in Japan on June 24, 1999, followed by a North American release on October 3, 2000, and a European release in 2001. The game was directed by Yoichi Miyaji and served as the third installment in the Mana series, though it departed significantly from the action-RPG formula established by earlier entries like Secret of Mana.
At launch, Legend of Mana received mixed critical reception. While reviewers praised its distinctive hand-drawn art style by character designer Yoichi Miyaji and its expansive world-building, many criticized the departure from real-time combat in favor of a more story-driven, non-linear approach. The game's unconventional structure and slow pacing were divisive among players accustomed to the series' traditional format. Commercial performance was modest compared to Square's other PS1 releases, contributing to its relative obscurity outside dedicated fan circles during that era.
Today, Legend of Mana holds considerable value among collectors and retro gaming enthusiasts. Original PS1 copies, particularly North American releases, command premium prices on the secondary market due to limited print runs and the game's cult status. The game's artistic presentation and imaginative world design have been reassessed favorably by modern audiences, with many recognizing it as an ambitious, experimental title ahead of its time. Its influence on later indie games with non-linear narratives is increasingly acknowledged by gaming historians.
An interesting development note is that the game was created during a period of experimentation at Square, released between Final Fantasy VIII and Final Fantasy IX. The soundtrack, composed by Yoko Shimomura, is frequently cited as one of the PS1's finest and has become highly sought-after on vinyl by collectors. A remake titled Legend of Mana was released for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PC in 2021, introducing the game to new audiences and further elevating its historical standing within the Mana franchise.