Romancing SaGa 2™ Reviews

A remarkable piece of gaming history that is definitely worth your time, if you can get past some of the funky stuff. The remake is an improvement in every way, but there will always be a soft spot in my heart for the SNES RPGs of yesteryear. +Excellent party customization +Superb soundtrack +Lots of freedom in when/how to tackle various events +Breezy battles with decent difficulty +Grinding is mostly unnecessary +Generous New Game+ system +One of the most epic and brutal final bosses, ever -Menus for equipment and skills are lacking a lot of information (the menus in general are pretty unwieldy) -Party members can't be removed unless they die an LP death, which is annoying if you find somebody else you'd prefer to recruit -SaGa hallmarks of zero explanations and tutorials for various systems fully on board here - don't be afraid to look up any guide just for some basics. I'm embarrassed to admit how many generations it took before I figured out I could sit on the throne to have the chancellor bring back offers for building upgrades -A few late game bosses can be quite spongy Even if you were lukewarm (or less enthused) on the first Romancing SaGa game, give this one a shot. I found it to be a much more satisfying experience that didn't punish me for...everything. This also runs perfectly on Steam Deck with zero adjustments needing to be made.

"A rough start, but a legendary journey awaits." This was my first time playing Romancing SaGa, and as a fan of classic JRPGs—especially the Final Fantasy series—I was curious to try this often-overlooked gem from Square Enix’s golden era. At first, it felt a bit overwhelming. The game doesn't hold your hand. The non-linear progression, lack of clear directions, and tough combat might frustrate newcomers. But give it time. Once I got used to the mechanics and embraced the freedom, it slowly transformed into one of the best JRPG experiences I've had. Romancing SaGa is like a puzzle you learn to love piece by piece—strategic battles, unique characters, branching stories, and a world that changes based on your actions. It rewards exploration and experimentation in a way most RPGs today don't dare to. Definitely not an easy game to jump into, but if you're patient, it becomes something truly special. A Final Fantasy spinoff that dared to be different—and succeeded.