Secret of Evermore is a classic action-RPG developed and published by Square for the SNES, released in 1995, and it was developed by Square's American studio. You play as a young boy and his dog, who are transported to a world called Evermore, and you must travel through levels, fighting enemies and collecting items, with a focus on exploration, combat, and a rich, story-driven experience.
The gameplay involves navigating through a world map, exploring towns and dungeons, and engaging in real-time combat with a variety of monsters, using swords, magic, and special abilities to defeat enemies. A unique feature is the "alchemy" system – you can combine items to create new items and spells, adding a layer of strategy and customization to the gameplay, and you can also control your dog to help you in combat and exploration. The game includes a large world with multiple towns, dungeons, and areas to explore, and a rich story that unfolds as you progress.
The graphics are colorful and detailed, with a classic fantasy RPG style and well-rendered sprites for the characters and monsters, and the backgrounds are varied and atmospheric. The music is epic and memorable, with a classic RPG soundtrack that enhances the immersive experience. Critics praised the alchemy system, the exploration, the story, and the overall engaging gameplay, making it a classic and beloved RPG for the SNES. It supports one player. Secret of Evermore is a must-play RPG for fans of the genre.