Summary
- Release Year: 1993
- Genres: Adventure, Role-playing game (RPG)
- Platforms: Super Famicom, Super Nintendo Entertainment System
- Developers: Telenet Japan, Wolf Team
- Publishers: Renovation, Telenet Japan
Neugier: Umi to Kaze no Kodou (1993)
Neugier: Umi to Kaze no Kodou (translated as Neugier: The Song of the Sea and Wind) is a role-playing game developed by Almanic Corporation and published by Kemco for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. It was released in Japan on December 17, 1993, and was never released outside of Japan.
The game follows the story of Duke, the exiled son of Count Wein of Neugier. Duke was exiled from his homeland many years ago, but when he hears that Neugier is under attack by pirates, he decides to return and help.
On his way home, Duke’s ship is attacked by pirates led by a mysterious demon named Ord. Duke barely escapes with his life and makes his way to his father’s castle. He soon realizes that the pirate attack and the monsters roaming the castle are connected.
Although his father doesn’t trust him, Duke is determined to save Neugier. He sets out on a journey to find the source of the evil that is threatening his homeland.
Along the way, Duke is joined by a group of allies, including a young woman named Iris, a skilled swordsman named Clyde, and a wise old mage named Gandalf. Together, they must fight their way through hordes of monsters and overcome numerous challenges in order to save Neugier.
Gameplay
Neugier: Umi to Kaze no Kodou is a traditional turn-based RPG. The player controls a party of up to four characters, who can explore the world, fight monsters, and interact with NPCs.
The game’s combat system is fairly straightforward. Each character has a set of attacks and spells that they can use in battle. The player must choose the right attacks and spells to use in order to defeat the enemy.
Neugier also features a number of puzzles and riddles that the player must solve in order to progress. These puzzles can be challenging, but they are also fair.
Graphics and Sound
Neugier’s graphics are colorful and detailed. The game’s world is full of lush forests, towering mountains, and sparkling oceans. The character sprites are also well-drawn and expressive.
The game’s music is also very good. The soundtrack is composed of a mix of orchestral and synthesized tracks that perfectly capture the game’s atmosphere.
Story
Neugier’s story is well-written and engaging. The game’s characters are well-developed and relatable. The player will feel invested in their journey and will root for them to succeed.
The game’s plot is also full of twists and turns. The player will never be quite sure what is going to happen next. This keeps the game exciting and unpredictable.
Overall
Neugier: Umi to Kaze no Kodou is a classic SNES RPG that is well worth playing. The game has a great story, fun gameplay, and beautiful graphics and sound. If you are a fan of RPGs, then you should definitely check out Neugier.
Review Score
8.5/10
Pros
- Great story
- Fun gameplay
- Beautiful graphics and sound
- Well-developed characters
Cons
- Never released outside of Japan
- May be too challenging for some players
Review Score
8.5/10
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