David Silbert
RPGFanSecret of Mana Review | RPGFan
Published 9/22/2023
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65
+5 vs critic avg
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PS4 / PC / Vita - 2/15/2018
Secret of Mana HD
"The memorable adventure of Randi, Primm and Popoi is reborn as "Secret of Mana"! Embark on an action-packed, worldwide adventure in this 3D remake."
- Developer
- Q Studios, Square Enix Business Division 8
- Publisher
- Square Enix
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60
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Critic avg
60
30 scored reviews
Total coverage
30
All coverage currently scored
Score range
40–80
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Signal shape
Polarized
Score range is 31+ points
Critic landscape
The critic average is 60 across 30 scored reviews, with a 40-point spread. Critics are far apart on this one.
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the Below 70 band.
Score distribution
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30 included scored reviews
90–1000 reviews · 0%
80–892 reviews · 7%
70–795 reviews · 17%
Below 7023 reviews · 77%
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Fran Soto
Worth PlayingPS4 Review - 'Secret of Mana'
Published 10/1/2018
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Score
78
+18 vs critic avg
Review
Read originalDrew Hurley
Cubed3Secret of Mana (PS Vita) Review
Published 4/21/2018
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Score
40
-20 vs critic avg
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Read originalCarl Batchelor
Niche GamerSecret of Mana (2018) Review - This Ain't Your Daddy's Mana Tree - Niche Gamer
Published 3/29/2018
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Score
65
+5 vs critic avg
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Read originalBrad Ellis
Easy AlliesSecret of Mana (2018) - Easy Allies Review
Published 3/25/2018
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65
+5 vs critic avg
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Read originalRob Rogan
RPGFanRPGFan Review - Secret of Mana
Published 3/20/2018
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65
+5 vs critic avg
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Read originalJae Lee
ZTGDSecret of Mana (PS4) Review – ZTGD
Published 3/13/2018
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Score
45
-15 vs critic avg
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Read originalPatrick Rost
GamingTrendGamingTrend Secret of Mana HD Review
Published 3/6/2018
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65
+5 vs critic avg
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Read originalGeorgina Young
TechRaptorSecret of Mana Review – Classic At Its Core
Published 3/3/2018
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Score
70
+10 vs critic avg
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Read originalSpencer Legacy
MonsterVineSecret of Mana Review – A Poorly Kept Secret
Published 3/2/2018
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Score
40
-20 vs critic avg
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