Super Nintendo · RPG
Lufia
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1997 |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Neverland |
| Publisher | Taito |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| Series | Lufia |
| ESRB | KA |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Developed by Neverland and published by Taito, Lufia arrived on the Super Nintendo in 1997 as a role-playing game.
It landed about 6 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1997 include Kirby's Dream Land 3, Space Invaders and The Lost Vikings 2.
It is part of the Lufia series; on the SNES you can also try Lufia & the Fortress of Doom and Lufia II: Rise of the Sinistrals. The series also appears on other systems with Lufia: Curse of the Sinistrals (DS) and Lufia: The Ruins of Lore (GBA).
Lufia is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
- you've played the SNES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
- you are looking for something to play with friends
- you only have a few minutes at a time
What playing Lufia 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.
If you like Lufia, the Matrix also picks…
Lufia & the Fortress of Doom Classic
Chrono Trigger Classic
Final Fantasy VI Classic Co-op
Super Mario RPG Classic
EarthBound Classic
Final Fantasy IV Classic Co-op
Final Fantasy V Classic Co-op
Playing SNES games today
The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.
Lufia FAQ
When did Lufia come out on the SNES?
Lufia was released for the Super Nintendo in 1997.
Who made Lufia?
It was developed by Neverland and published by Taito.
Is Lufia multiplayer?
No. Lufia is a single-player game.
How long does Lufia take to play?
As a role-playing game, Lufia 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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