Secret of Evermore
A cult classic action RPG following a boy and his shape-shifting dog transported through time to four distinct eras. Features a unique alchemy-based magic system and dynamic enemy scaling.
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About This Retro Game
Square's first RPG developed by their American team, with a distinctly Western narrative style.
Companion dog transforms based on location: prehistoric Sabertooth, Egyptian Anubis, medieval Greyhound, and futuristic Robot.
Innovative 'Alchemy' system requires collecting ingredients to cast spells rather than using MP.
Notable for its moody atmosphere, quirky humor, and Jeremy Soule's debut game soundtrack.
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