Game Boy Advance · RPG
Shining Soul
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2003 |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Nex Entertainment |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1–4 players |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| Series | Shining |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Shining Soul is a role-playing game released in 2003 for the Game Boy Advance, developed by Nex Entertainment and published by SEGA.
It landed about 2 years into the GBA's life. Other notable GBA releases from 2003 include Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga, Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow and Sonic Battle.
It is part of the Shining series; on the GBA you can also try Shining Soul II. The series also appears on other systems with Shining in the Darkness (Genesis) and Shining the Holy Ark (Saturn).
Shining Soul supports up to 4 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
- you only have a few minutes at a time
What playing Shining Soul is like
Role-playing games trade reflexes for strategy and story. You build a party, level up, manage equipment and travel across a large world, usually through menu-based battles.
Tip for newcomers: Retro RPGs can require some level grinding and rarely tell you exactly where to go next. Talk to every townsperson, save often and use a guide if you get stuck: there is no shame in it.
Shining Soul walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Shining Soul.
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Playing GBA games today
The GBA is one of the best-value retro libraries around, with deep RPGs and tactics games that suit portable play. A growing selection is on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, and Rec0m88 supports GBA if you own the games.
Shining Soul FAQ
When did Shining Soul come out on the GBA?
Shining Soul was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2003.
Who made Shining Soul?
It was developed by Nex Entertainment and published by SEGA.
Is Shining Soul multiplayer?
Yes. Shining Soul supports up to 4 players.
How long does Shining Soul take to play?
As a role-playing game, Shining Soul typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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