Terranigma (Super Nintendo, 548706573)

FinalFantasy6, Chronotrigger, Zelda: Link to the Past, The Secret of Mana; these are the RPGs that everybody is familiar with. They are considered to be RPG classics (I played them all). But the crown jewel of Super Nintendo rpgs is constantly being overlooked. Terranigma is that crown jewel. Terranigma is an action RPG that is spectacular in every way. In terms of graphics Terranigma blows all other RPGs on the list above out of the water. And in terms of story Terranigma's story is very original, and it breaks from the stereotypical 'boy saves world' cliche. The game starts in a normal looking village, shortly you discover a mysterious weapon hidden in the basement. All the villagers becomes frozen and you venture outside of the village in an attempt to bring them back. As you exit the village you notice that the world looks strange, that is because your village had been located at the center of a hollow world. The places that you visit inside the world effects the places that will appear on the surface world. I don't wish to spoil anything, but the story has many twists and turns and is extremely epic and enjoyable. You can pick and throw objects in your environment, like pots (similar to a Zelda title). The combat system is in real time. The main character has a variety of moves which he is able to perform, including a move if it's performed correctly; you jump up and then fall to the ground creating a path of sparks and destruction in your way. After defeating enough enemies a wave of energy surrounds the main character (like in DBZ), causing damage to the near-by foes. The are many different weapons and armor in the world of Terranigma. This RPG has an incredible amount of content, an amazing graphics and sound, action filled combat, and a deep emotional story. Role Playing Game fans MUST play this title, they won't regret it.