Play Sword of Mana (U)(Mode7) Online

Sword of Mana came out on the Game Boy Advance in 2003, developed by Square Enix. It was a full remake of the original Game Boy title Final Fantasy Adventure, arriving at a time when the GBA library was rich with polished action RPGs. The game stood out with its colorful, detailed sprite work and a dual narrative that let you experience the journey from two perspectives.

You control either a hero or heroine, traveling screen by screen through fields, towns, and multi-level dungeons. Your main goal is to prevent the Mana Fortress from being misused, which involves gathering mana seeds and eventually reforging the legendary sword. Combat is real-time; you swing your sword, use a bow at range, or cast elemental magic that affects different enemies in specific ways. The pacing is deliberate, with some backtracking and light puzzle solving, and the difficulty feels fair without being punishing. It’s a game that rewards exploration and offers a real sense of progress as your abilities and equipment grow.