《聖劍傳說 Legend of Mana HD重製版》（日文原名：聖剣伝説 レジェンド オブ マナ：HDリマスター版，英文：Legend of Mana HD Remastered）是Square Enix於2021年推出的經典重製作品，原作最早於1999年發行在PlayStation平台，作為「聖劍傳說」系列的第四部正式作品。此次重製版針對圖像、音樂與操作進行優化，並加入新功能與品質提升，使原作以更現代化的方式重新登上Nintendo Switch等新世代平台。

劇情背景設定在一個名為「法・迪爾」（Fa'Diel）的幻想世界。故事開始於世界幾乎被毀滅之後，所有的土地與生命型態被封存在稱為「聖遺物」（Artifacts）的魔法物品中。主角可以選擇性別，並從一塊空白的地圖出發，藉由蒐集並放置這些遺物來解鎖城鎮、森林、洞窟與其他地點。每個遺物解鎖的地區都可能觸發支線任務、角色劇情或主線章節，遊戲進程呈現非線性的「地圖建構式」敘事架構，讓每位玩家的旅程路線與故事順序皆可能不同。

雖然不採用傳統的集中主線敘述，而是以「三大劇情篇章」為主軸展開，分別為「珠魅篇」、「龍之篇」與「妖精篇」。這三條主劇情線可以平行展開或選擇性進行，最終都會引向與法迪爾世界命運有關的結局。在這過程中，會與多位角色建立聯繫，如神秘的珠魅族人、命運悲劇的劍士、捍衛自然的妖精等，形成一段段有溫度又富哲理性的幻想故事。這種片段化的敘事風格最初雖受爭議，但後來被不少玩家讚譽為高度自由且富詩意的遊戲體驗。

操作方面屬於2D橫向視角的ARPG，在各地區自由移動並進行即時戰鬥。戰鬥系統強調動作感與連段技巧，裝備多種武器，如劍、斧、弓與魔法道具，不同武器會影響攻擊距離、動作速度與連擊方式。此外還引入「技能學習」與「寵物養成」系統，透過戰鬥逐步解鎖技能欄位，也可在冒險途中收集怪物蛋並孵化為寵物，讓其成為夥伴一同戰鬥。也有「農場經營」、「武器鍛造」、「魔法精靈調和」等生活系統，豐富遊戲內容的深度與耐玩度。

在HD重製版本中，最明顯的升級是圖像經過高畫質處理，保留原作手繪風格的基礎上進行高清化，讓細膩背景、角色輪廓與動畫特效更加清晰。音樂部分由作曲家下村陽子重新編曲，亦可選擇切換為原版配樂。新增功能包括自動存檔、敵人遭遇開關（可避免隨機戰鬥）、UI調整等，使遊戲節奏更順暢，適合現代玩家的體驗習慣。此外，首次搭載迷你遊戲「リングりんぐランド（Ring Ring Land）」的整合，讓系列粉絲得以體驗過去未曾在海外發行的小遊戲內容。

市場評價方面，發售後獲得普遍正面的迴響，尤其在美術風格、音樂品質與敘事方式上備受好評。許多老玩家認為重製版成功保留原作精神，且增添的便利性改善了操作上的不便，使人能更專注於探索與劇情享受。不過也有部分新玩家對於非線性劇情感到迷失，認為缺乏明確引導可能導致任務順序錯亂或重要內容錯過。此外戰鬥系統雖具深度，但在平衡性與手感上仍略顯老舊，難與現代ARPG相比。

總結來說，《聖劍傳說 Legend of Mana HD重製版》是將90年代奇幻風格與21世紀技術融合得恰到好處的作品，對懷舊玩家而言是情懷回歸，而對新玩家則是充滿自由、詩意與冒險色彩的奇幻旅程。透過這次的重製，Square Enix成功讓這部系列中最具藝術性的作品重現光彩，證明經典作品只要用心處理，依然能在當代獲得共鳴。你會想親手拼湊這座世界，並找出屬於自己的傳說。

Legend of Mana HD Remastered (Japanese title: 聖剣伝説 レジェンド オブ マナ：HDリマスター版, English: Legend of Mana HD Remastered) is a classic remake released by Square Enix in 2021. The original game debuted in 1999 on the PlayStation as the fourth official entry in the Mana series (Seiken Densetsu). This remastered version features upgraded graphics, music, and gameplay mechanics, along with newly added features and quality-of-life improvements that bring the beloved original to modern platforms such as the Nintendo Switch.

A Fantasy World Reborn: The Story of Fa’Diel

The story is set in the fantasy realm of Fa'Diel, following the near-destruction of the world. All lands and lifeforms have been sealed into magical artifacts known as "Artifacts." Players choose the gender of the protagonist and begin on a blank world map. By collecting and placing these artifacts, they unlock towns, forests, caves, and other regions. Each area may trigger side quests, character arcs, or main story chapters, creating a non-linear, map-building narrative structure that allows every player to experience the story in a different sequence.

Instead of a traditional centralized plotline, the game is driven by three major story arcs:

The Jumi Arc、The Dragon Arc、The Fairy Arc

These arcs can be pursued independently or in parallel, ultimately converging into an ending that reveals the fate of Fa'Diel. Along the way, players form deep connections with a diverse cast of characters—such as the mysterious Jumi race, a tragic swordsman, and nature-guarding fairies—resulting in a series of emotionally rich and philosophically resonant fantasy tales. While the fragmented narrative style was initially divisive, many players later praised it as a poetic and highly liberating storytelling experience.

Gameplay: 2D ARPG with Strategic Depth

Legend of Mana is a 2D side-scrolling action RPG, featuring real-time combat and free exploration across various regions. The battle system emphasizes action and combo execution, with multiple weapons such as swords, axes, bows, and magical instruments. Each weapon affects attack range, speed, and combo potential.

Key gameplay systems include:

Skill Learning: Unlock new skills through combat and use.

Pet Raising: Collect monster eggs, hatch them, and raise pets to aid you in battle.

Life Sim Features: Manage a farm, forge weapons, and synthesize magic spirits to add layers of customization and progression.

HD Remaster Enhancements

The HD remaster brings several notable improvements:

High-resolution visuals: The hand-drawn aesthetic of the original has been preserved while upgrading background details, character outlines, and animations for modern displays.

Rearranged music: Original composer Yoko Shimomura reorchestrated the soundtrack. Players can switch between the remastered and original versions.

New quality-of-life features: Auto-save, a toggle to disable random enemy encounters, improved UI, and smoother pacing tailored to contemporary gaming preferences.

Ring Ring Land minigame: For the first time, this Japan-exclusive minigame is integrated into the remaster, giving fans access to previously unreleased content outside of Japan.

Critical Reception

Upon release, Legend of Mana HD Remastered received generally positive reviews. Its art style, musical quality, and narrative structure were particularly praised. Longtime fans appreciated how the remake preserved the spirit of the original while addressing some of its dated mechanics. The added convenience features made it easier to enjoy the exploration and story without the frustrations of older systems.

However, some newcomers found the non-linear progression confusing, citing a lack of clear guidance that could lead to missed quests or storyline threads. While the battle system has depth, its balance and responsiveness felt somewhat outdated compared to modern action RPGs.

Conclusion

Legend of Mana HD Remastered is a thoughtful fusion of 1990s fantasy charm and 21st-century technology. For returning players, it offers a wave of nostalgia and artistic revival; for new players, it's a poetic and adventurous journey filled with freedom and discovery. Through this remake, Square Enix has successfully reintroduced one of the series’ most artistic titles, proving that with care and craftsmanship, classic games can still resonate with today’s audiences.

In the end, you’re invited to piece together your own world—and uncover your own legend.