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Shining Force Classics

Shining Force Classics

Retro 3D Dungeon Crawler

2.5K ratings
220 reviews
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Archived App (Last seen on 30 Jun 2025)

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 25, 2018
  • May 29, 2025

Features

Developer

Sega America
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🧾$1.99 - $4.99
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About

Embark on an epic fantasy adventure across three classic titles. Explore dungeons, engage in strategic turn-based battles, and build a powerful team to defeat evil forces. Enjoy a rich narrative with diverse gameplay elements and stunning retro graphics.

✓Three classic RPG episodes
✓3D first-person dungeon crawling
✓Turn-based tactical combat
✓Character skill and attribute development
✓Multiple scenarios and sub-quests
✓Save game progress
✓Controller support
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Shining Force Classics. Based on 2.5K reviews and a 4.2/5 average, it highlights the 4 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this game.

Positive things

  • 🚀Great nostalgic experience
  • 👍Faithful emulation of classic games
  • 💡Ability to save anywhere
  • 🎮Controller support

Negative things

  • 🐛Unreliable save system
  • 🔍Clunky controls and interface
  • 💰Ads even after paying to remove them
  • 🔌Requires internet connection to save
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What's New in Shining Force Classics

9.0.0

May 29, 2025

Bug fixes and refinements

4

In-App Purchases

$4.99

Shining Force Bundle Premium

Remove adverts (SEGA promotions excluded)

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Just as I remember them

Played these games years ago, and this is a faithful emulation without ads or other sketchy stuff. Just fun, casual, classic games.
Pace FamPace Fam

Love this game!

Thank you very much for bringing this game back to play on my iPad mini. I love it very much and I appreciate all the time and the effort to keep it going for us..
EvanStar4506EvanStar4506

Great return to retro gaming

This game keeps everything of the original. My only complaints would be that the controls are terrible. It is very hard to use the on screen control pad. I also wish they would have made the screen area a little bigger.
S Elliott78S Elliott78

Love it

Have played this game dozens of times. So good.
Haeyeon12Haeyeon12

Good

Good game and nostalgia
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User experience

🐞

Reported Bugs

3 issues

Game freezes when casting spells

Bug

Saved data not loading properly

Bug

Inconsistent performance and crashes

Bug
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Requested Features

3 requests

Offline save option

Feature

Improved control scheme

Feature

Shining Force 3 and other series additions

Feature

FAQ

What kind of games are included in Shining Force Classics?

This app includes three classic SEGA games from the Shining series. Two are 3D first-person dungeon crawlers, and one is a turn-based tactical RPG. They share a common universe but offer distinct gameplay experiences.

How can I play the games ad-free?

The games are ad-supported by default, allowing free progression. An option to play ad-free is available through an in-app purchase. This purchase removes advertisements for a smoother, uninterrupted experience.

Can I save my progress in these games?

Yes, you can save your game progress at any point during your playthrough. This feature ensures that you don't lose your progress and can pick up where you left off whenever you want.

What are the main gameplay elements?

Gameplay involves exploring dungeons in a first-person perspective, engaging in strategic turn-based battles, and developing your characters' skills and attributes. You can build a strike force from a roster of characters to face various challenges and quests.

Is this game compatible with controllers?

Yes, the app supports MFi compatible controllers. This allows for a more traditional gaming experience if you prefer using a physical controller over touch controls.