# Secret of Mana

> Classic action RPG with real-time combat and innovative Ring Command menu. (iPhone/iPad app by SQUARE ENIX.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secret-of-mana/id407949800 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [SQUARE ENIX](https://appshunter.io/developer/300186801)
- Category: Games, Action, Role Playing
- Price: $6.99
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 304 App Store ratings · 336 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 188 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2010-12-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secret-of-mana/id407949800/reviews.md

## What is Secret of Mana?

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July 18, 2014
Gamepad support has been added.
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Initially released in Japan in 1993, Secret of Mana took the world by storm with its innovative real-time battle system and gorgeously rendered world. It continues to stand out among other action RPGs for its seamless gameplay that anyone from beginner to veteran can enjoy.
One of the most memorable elements of the Mana series is the Ring Command menu system. With the single press of a button, a ring-shaped menu appears on the screen, where players can use items, change weapons, and do a variety of other actions without needing to switch screens. This Ring Command menu system for which the Mana series is so well known was first introduced in Secret of Mana and has since appeared in most games in the series.
Play as Randi and his two companions, Primm and Popoi, as they adventure all around the world. At the center of our epic story is the mystical power of Mana. Battle the empire in its quest for control of Mana. Befriend the eight elementals who wield the forces of nature itself. Numerous encounters await at every turn.

Additional Information (reference only):
ESRB Rating: E10+ with Mild Fantasy Violence and Mild Suggestive Themes

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1993年8月6日,《聖劍傳說2》在超級任天堂上發售,以當時的新概念系統“動作戰鬥”博得了相當的人氣。這是一款將指令戰鬥的戰略性融入到即時、無縫戰鬥中的角色扮演遊戲,無論新手還是老玩家都能從中體驗到充分的爽快感。

“指令環”是《聖劍》系列的特色系統之一。按鍵後畫面上會出現環形的選單,不需要切換畫面就可以使用道具、更換武器,是一種非常方便的系統。這一系統在《聖劍傳說2》裏首次登場,之後為整個系列所傳承。

玩家將操作主人公Randi,以及他的夥伴Primm和Popoi行動,隨著劇情的展開而前往世界各地冒險。本作劇情的關鍵,是肉眼無法看見的強大力量“瑪娜”。與覬覦瑪娜之力的帝國軍隊作戰、邂逅掌管自然之力的精靈們……在他們冒險的旅途中,將會有諸多有趣的故事在前方等待著。

## Key features

- Real-time battle system
- Ring Command menu
- Epic story and world exploration
- Character progression
- Companion characters
- Gamepad support

## Chart rankings

- #179 in Top Paid · Action (US App Store)
- #104 in Top Paid · Role Playing (US App Store)

## What do users think of Secret of Mana?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Classic game experience
- 🎨 Updated graphics
- 🎶 Faithful soundtrack
- 💾 Autosave feature
- 🕹️ Intuitive controls

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes
- 🕹️ Imprecise controls
- 🤖 Unreliable AI companions
- 🔍 Lack of map/navigation
- 🕹️ Unresponsive joystick

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Compatibility issues with iOS 13
- Sound/music not working
- Freezing at certain points in the game

**Most requested features**

- Multiplayer support
- iCloud sync for saves
- Optimization for larger screens
- Customizable controls
- Improved AI companion behavior

## Recent user reviews (10 of 336)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/secret-of-mana/id407949800/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Bring more nostalgia!  7th saga

*2026-07-04, version 3.3.0*

This game is a classic, and I have a working snes and the games to go with it!  And I tell you, if there are other complainers about the game, this as an app is so much more convenient to play than trying to plug in the bulky snes intones  TVs that don’t have the older connections anymore.

Please bring one of the hardest RPG’s for the super nes to the App Store, 7th saga!  This level grinding game with good replay value with the different character types would be perfect as an app on the App Store!  I would gladly pay $10-$20 for this.

### 5/5 — Best game ever!

*2026-06-24, version 3.3.0*

Played this many times as a kid and loved it. This game is still a classic. Great game play and all as I remembered.

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2026-03-03*

Un excellent jeu qui ne prend pas une seule ride malgré les années je reste admiratif de ce succès à travers les âges...

### 5/5 — Such a good game

*2025-11-02, version 3.3.0*

The music alone is worth the purchase, but the ring system menu makes this such a great game and groundbreaking RPG. Only complaint - we’ve been waiting for Secret of Evermore for so long - port that joint to iOS!

### 2/5 — やーっとクリアした

*2025-10-13*

名作と名高い作品なので期待してプレイしたが、これ思い出補正だろ…ってくらい王道ストーリー。最近の子は楽しめないんじゃないかな…
今からやるならリメイク版をオススメしますね。プレステとSteamで売ってます。
操作性云々については慣れれば大丈夫。
ただ後半の状態異常と乱戦になった時のハメ技は本当に辛かった…本当に…
自分の体感、後半にかけて命中率と回避率が物を言うゲームなのでプリムのクイックを多用した。ていうかこれが無いとまともに戦えん！
あと、ボス戦と雑魚なんかはポポイの魔法で弱点を突けば楽勝。もうポポイが主人公かなってくらい重労働させてる。
もうアプリで購入してから10年近く積みゲーしてたが、今になってようやく終わらせることが出来た
プレイ時間は大体20時間あればクリア出来るかと。
総評としては…まぁ…そこそこ楽しめました。

### 5/5 — Episch wie damals

*2025-06-20*

Eine Perle aus der SNES Ära. Eine tolle Umsetzung auf dem iPhone. Zum Spiel: eine tolle Story mit tollen Charakteren, cooles kampsystem, coole Musik. Touch Steuerung ist super. Das einzige was hier mich persönlich irritiert ist das es keine deutsche Sprache in Text gibt obwohl diese beim Orginal schon war.

Eine große Bitte an den Entwickler: Bitte deutsch Sprache in Text hinzufügen. Danke ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

### 3/5 — ゲーム内容はいいがやはり操作性が…

*2025-05-20*

懐かしのスーパーファミコンで遊んでいたゲームなので試しに購入してみました。ゲーム自体はスーファミと変わらない感じで楽しめると思います。
ただ操作性がかなり良くないです。iPhone 16を使用していますがスマホで遊ぶ人はそれなりに覚悟しといたほうがいいと思います。まず戦闘中に回復アイテムを使用したり魔法を使うときにキャラアイコンをスワイプするんですがその時に素早くできなかったりスワイプする場所が少しでもズレるとゲーム画面を閉じてしまったりしてしまうので、ボス戦なんかは結構なストレスがかかります。ゲームコントローラー必須だといいかもしれません。

### 3/5 — Could be sooo much better

*2025-05-09, version 3.3.0*

I should have listened to the other reviews. I gave 3 stars because I love this game, but this port just misses the mark. It’s super choppy and they didn’t do any favors to the smoothness of the animation. I played it for a few minutes and put it aside. It does have controller support, but trying to aim up or down with an analog stick is pointless. Playing on a 15 pro max with backbone and it still feels lackluster. Ran better on the SNES.

### 3/5 — Bring this to Apple TV

*2025-04-23, version 3.3.0*

This is a solid port of the Secret of Mana made for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. Though I’m sure the on screen controls are adequate, I find prefer utilizing a Bluetooth controller and in so doing very much enjoy it. The biggest sin here is that this excellent game has not been ported over to Apple TV platform yet. With every passing year that gets more and more frustrating. I would love, love, LOVE to have a iCloud sync of saves between devices on the road (iOS) and at home (tvOS). Don’t even come at me with AirPlay, that’s a TERRIBLE experience. Do us a solid square Enix developers, and make this happen for not just this game, but the majority of your games where possible.

### 3/5 — Keeps Crashing at Fortress

*2025-01-17, version 3.3.0*

Made it all the way to the mana fortress, but I can’t get through bc it keeps crashing. Please fix!!!!

## Frequently asked questions about Secret of Mana

### What kind of game is Secret of Mana?

Secret of Mana is a classic action role-playing game (RPG) known for its innovative real-time battle system and a richly rendered world. It combines strategic command-based elements with seamless, fast-paced combat that is accessible to both new and experienced players.

### What are the key gameplay features?

The game features a unique Ring Command menu system, allowing players to access items, change weapons, and perform other actions without interrupting gameplay. It also includes real-time combat, a compelling story involving the power of Mana, and the ability to adventure with companions.

### Is Secret of Mana free to play?

Based on the provided information, Secret of Mana is a paid application. It does not feature in-app purchases or advertisements, indicating a one-time purchase model for the full game experience.

### What platforms is Secret of Mana available on?

While the description mentions its initial release on Super Nintendo, the context of this analysis implies it is available as a mobile application. It also supports gamepad input, suggesting compatibility with devices that allow for external controllers.

### Who are the main characters and what is the story about?

Players control Randi and his two companions, Primm and Popoi, on a grand adventure across the world. The central theme revolves around the mystical power of Mana, and players will battle an empire seeking to control it, while also befriending elemental spirits.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.3.0 — 2020-02-25

●iOS13 OS Compatibility
The following bugs have been addressed:

・The application does not launch.

Thank you for your patience and understanding, and we hope you continue to enjoy playing Secret of Mana.

### 3.2.0 — 2015-10-19

●iOS9 Compatibility
The following bugs have been addressed:

・The application does not launch.

Thank you for your patience and understanding, and we hope you continue to enjoy playing Secret of Mana.

### 3.1.0 — 2015-02-02

Some bugs have been fixed.

### 3.0.3 — 2014-07-18

■Gamepad support has been added.
■Character controls have been expanded from the 8-directional pad to full 360° movement. The new 360° movement is the default setting, though the 8-directional pad can still be enabled via the Options menu.
■Background music now loops smoothly.
■High-resolution font support has been added.
■High-resolution support has been added for certain parts of the user interface.
■Retina display is now supported and features a decorative border on the game screen.

### 2.0.1 — 2012-10-23

The following bug fix has been implemented for iPhone 5 and other iOS 6 devices.
Launching the game while the device is aligned horizontally with the Home button to the left no longer causes the game screen to be displayed upside-down.

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