When I was a kid I used to play this Turn-Based Strategy. I don't remember what it was called. I just know I loved it. I still am a kid (13) but this game was a faint memory. I have long sense sold my Genesis/PS1 in order to buy other games/consoles.

When I did some research I realized this was that game. FINALLY, I can play it.

The graphics are great, but the sound effects are more of iffy. Especially since the battle cinematic music makes me want to take my headset off. Still this is classic game at it's best.

Taking a Turn-Based Strategy game and adding in RPG elements is a perfect fit, one that's been accomplished by many other games such as Final Fantasy Tactics. Still this game stands out to me because I remember so much. The compelling plot kept me hooked, the gameplay was very challenging, and is very challenging right from the start. You're expected to know what you're doing, or download a pdf manual. It's really quite simple and if you've played a game of the genre you'll catch on very quick.

My one big gripe about this game is that it suffers from the problem of 'hero dies you loose'. I get really annoyed by this. Since this is a strategy title, the game is about you're team winning, not one character.

If you like strategy games, or liked this game and wonder if it's worth it to play on vizzed, go play it. Chances are you'll enjoy every minute (unless you're loosing of course )

I first played this game when I bought Sega Smash Pack Volume 1 for the Dreamcast. It has a dozen old Sega games, and this was one of them. I have played through it about 5 times. The story is freaking awesome. I love the music. Particularly, the battle music that is playing when there is a boss character involved in the battle (like Kain. That music is awesome). Sad that Shining Force II didn't continue this story. I thought it would when I saw the little scene after the credits of the first one.

I remember this game when I was like 10. Reading the review bought back memories. Good job.

I don't know all the shining-games for long, I just found them here on vizzed. This game was in some way very addicting to me. I spent many satisfied hours with it! Good review!