Square Enix made a noteworthy appearance on the Xbox Developer Direct Video, unveiling their upcoming title, Visions of Mana. Present during the announcement were Masaru Oyamada, the producer of the Mana series, and Koichi Ishii, the series creator. The game is set to be released in the summer of 2024 and will be accessible on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. This marks the return of a mainline game to the Mana franchise after a hiatus of 15 years. The revelation took place at The Game Awards in December 2023, accompanied by a press release and an informative video from Square Enix detailing the game’s action and atmosphere.
Release Date for Visions of Mana:
While an official release date for the roleplaying game is yet to be announced, it is anticipated to hit the market in the summer of 2024. Fans can look forward to the game’s arrival sometime between June and September of this year.
Supported Platforms for Visions of Mana:
Square Enix has confirmed its intention to release the game on PC (via Steam and Windows), PlayStation 4/5, and Xbox Series X/S. The availability of the game on Nintendo Switch and Xbox One remains uncertain at this point, and it is unclear whether the game will be included in Game Pass from its launch.
Visions of Mana Trailer:
The trailer for Visions of Mana was premiered during the Xbox Developer Direct on January 18. Featuring insights from series creator Koichi Ishii, the trailer delves into the series’ past and future. This installment marks the Mana series’ debut on Xbox, a fact that left series producer Oyamada visibly excited. Koichi Ishii expressed pride in his team, highlighting their efforts to transform the pixelated monsters from the original series into a 3D version. The Xbox website provided a synopsis of the game, describing it as “A new adventure begins in Visions of Mana—the first mainline title in the Mana series in over 15 years! Immerse yourself in the vibrant graphics of this beautiful world, where the powers of nature blend with the elemental aspects of mana to create a rich tapestry of life.”