# Vay

> 16-bit cult classic RPG with modern improvements and an epic quest. (iPhone/iPad app by SoMoGa, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vay/id284940607 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [SoMoGa, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/284940610)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Adventure, Role Playing
- Price: $5.99
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 78 App Store ratings · 403 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 203 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2019-02-13
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vay/id284940607/reviews.md

## What is Vay?

The 16-bit cult classic RPG from 1994 returns with tons of improvements! When your peaceful kingdom is attacked on your wedding day and your wife-to-be is kidnapped, it falls to you to journey across the world and stop the terrible machines of war that threaten to lay waste to it.

FEATURES:
User selectable difficulty makes this title great for both beginners and RPG veterans
Compelling and engrossing story
Nearly ten minutes of animated cutscenes with English and Japanese audio
Auto-save feature allows you to play in small increments
Over 100 enemies and a dozen challenging bosses
Over 90 expansive areas to explore
Updated music that loops seamlessly
Bluetooth controller support
Achievements
Absolutely no microtransactions

Please note that as of version 2.2, this game requires an A9 or better processor.

## Key features

- Compelling and engrossing story
- User selectable difficulty
- Animated cutscenes with audio
- Auto-save feature
- Over 100 enemies and bosses
- Expansive areas to explore
- Updated music

## Chart rankings

- #180 in Top Paid · Role Playing (US App Store)

## What do users think of Vay?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Great classic RPG
- 👍 Lots of gameplay content
- 👍 Smooth controls and UI
- 👍 Excellent value for money
- 👍 Nostalgic experience

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes
- 🐛 Buggy cutscenes
- 🔍 Lacking information on equipment
- 🤔 Dated graphics and animations
- 🤔 Repetitive music

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes after using certain spells
- Inability to access some areas due to glitches
- Saved data loss after updates

**Most requested features**

- Add a virtual d-pad for movement
- Improve equipment comparison at shops
- Enhance cutscenes and animations
- Provide more in-game hints and guidance

## Recent user reviews (10 of 403)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vay/id284940607/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Lunar 2

*2026-03-09, version 2.2.1*

Please release Lunar 2 next

### 4/5 — 昔のゲームらしいアニメーション

*2025-10-23*

操作性に関しては仕方ないかな？レベル上げしやすくスイスイ進めて王道ストーリーを楽しめる。昔のRPGだなと思う。魔法の説明がないのでこれなんやろ？と思いながら試しながら使う感じも人によってはいいかも

### 3/5 — This iOS remake is a 2.5 star mixed bag

*2025-09-24*

1) First of all, I am HAPPY to see this old Sega CD J-RPG classic back into the mainstream. And for under $6 bucks, it is worth it.

 2) It is clear that several major great upgrades have been made to this game. The ability to expedite exp and gold earning by 4x rate of original game are THE best upgrade made. This is critically important, as the GRIND for exp and gold in the Sega CD original was unbearable. If you are like me and most 1990s-early 2000 J-RPG style gamers, you enjoy story with a moderate number of random battles. Grinding out levels and gold gets old fast (and why so many cheat devices came out in that period, like Action Replay and Game Genie, to reduce the grind). In this regard will like this remake’s exp/gold boosts! 👍🏻 

 You can also turn off random encounters to get somewhere fast (be careful NOT to do it that too often or low level will speed doom at mandatory boss battles!).

 3) Here is where I think this is remake has failed at its worst: they RUINED the original Sega CD high quality movie voices and cut many of the clips!!! 😖 WHY?!? 

 The original game voice work on Sega CD is extremely good HQ quality to this day. This remake’s voice acting is horrible and the sound is low. The opening sequence totally sucked. Also, why change the names of places and characters (while giving ability to rename??)? Bizarre. 

 I was also sad to see this remake did not add a “stat change” at shops, to easily see if an item sold would increase or decrease character stats. This is a small, yet awesome quality of life upgrade. 

 4) Finally, despite the many upgrades to graphics, the video graphic quality is subpar and that is worst letdown. One would expect the video/cutscene imagery quality to be sharpened… did not happen.

 Am I still happy to have purchased this game? YES! Will I enjoy this little 1990s J-RPG gem? Oh yeah. 2.5 stars out of 5. 

If cutscene videos are properly updated or use the Sega CD ones, then it will be a 4.5 out of 5 for me. Give this blast from the past a try, great for killing time waiting at dentist lobby or on a long flight! :)

### 5/5 — It’s great!

*2025-07-09*

Boom

### 5/5 — Controller Support!

*2025-06-23*

Makes it SO MUCH BETTER! One of my favorites to play now. Thank you!

### 5/5 — Unbelievable Support of a Sega CD classic!!

*2025-06-16*

This was my very first purchase on my iPhone back in 2008! Not only is it updated but now works on my Apple TV and my silicon Mac and is continuously improved! Absolutely incredible! More companies should take this as an example!

### 5/5 — Hooray For Vay!

*2025-04-29*

I came across this game a few months ago, and just recently completed it. Great port of a classic game, with a wonderful storyline… and it looks amazing on Apple TV. Classic RPG at its finest!

### 5/5 — Is Gorgeus

*2024-11-12, version 2.1.3*

Thanks Somoga!!!

Is a wonderful game and wonderful port, please bring back more classics rpgs

### 5/5 — Excellent control options

*2024-08-22*

This is a pleasure to play on mobile—I thought I’d stick with the traditional on-screen digital analog stick, but the point-and-click navigation is really smooth and has been an easy way to play the game either one-handed or when I’m out and about and can’t use my bluetooth controller. I love playing old-school JRPG’s, and I’ve been enjoying the monster designs and the combat system in Vay. The company behind the game keeps adding quality of life updates too, so that’s always a plus. The original cut-scenes in the game are old but gold, as they say, and I recommend this game for anyone that loves adventure stories.

### 4/5 — Awesome Sega CD Port!

*2024-07-15*

I had a lot of fun with Vay, it’s a port of the original sega cd game from 1993. Classic RPG, but includes modern improvements to make it entertaining. I really liked the option to have the 16 bit backgrounds or the HD updated ones. For those who want less grind, there’s options to increase the xp and gold you get from the battles. This was much appreciated as there were times I didn’t want to grind just to afford better armor. 
One gripe, the names are all changed from the original, so when you use a walkthrough or look for help it can be confusing. Weapons, armor, and items are all called something different. It would be nice to have an option to switch the names to the original so you can match up items with what they are referred to online. 
Overall I’m really happy with the purchase and had a lot of fun playing through. I’d love to see more sega cd remakes from working design! Thanks devs!!

## Frequently asked questions about Vay

### What is Vay?

Vay is a 16-bit cult classic RPG from 1994 that has been updated with numerous improvements. Players embark on a quest to save their kingdom and rescue their kidnapped fiancée from destructive war machines.

### What are the key features of Vay?

Key features include a compelling story, user-selectable difficulty, animated cutscenes with audio, an auto-save feature, over 100 enemies, a dozen bosses, over 90 areas to explore, updated music, Bluetooth controller support, and achievements. The game also explicitly states it has no microtransactions.

### How much does Vay cost?

Based on the provided information, Vay is a paid application. There are no microtransactions or ads mentioned, indicating a one-time purchase model.

### What are the system requirements for Vay?

As of version 2.2, this game requires an A9 or better processor. This suggests it is designed for more modern mobile devices.

### Who is Vay suitable for?

This game is suitable for both beginners and RPG veterans due to its user-selectable difficulty. It appeals to players who enjoy engrossing stories, challenging combat, and retro-style gaming experiences.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.1 — 2025-11-19

Bug fix when switching apps on certain devices.

### 2.2.0 — 2025-06-03

New rendering engine using Apple Metal.

### 2.1.5 — 2025-02-04

Minor adjustments to video playback.

### 2.1.4 — 2025-01-31

Updated video playback.

### 2.1.3 — 2024-08-12

Fix bug for some Japanese users.

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