Trials of Mana on mobile is a technical triumph, bringing the full 2020 3D remake of the SNES classic to the palm of your hand without losing a shred of its charm. The transition to touch controls is surprisingly smooth, with an auto-battle option that helps with the grind while keeping the core action-RPG combat engaging. The game’s greatest strength remains its 'choose-your-hero' system; your choice of the three main characters completely alters the story and the final boss you face.
The visuals are bright, colorful, and faithful to the series' iconic art style. While the voice acting can be a bit 'hit-or-miss' depending on the character, the soundtrack is an absolute joy. It’s a beefy game—you’ll need about 6-7GB of space—but for a premium, offline JRPG experience, it’s worth every penny. It’s a nostalgic trip that feels modern, offering dozens of hours of high-quality gameplay for fans and newcomers alike.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 1.0.4Tue Mar 04 2025
Support for game pads.
Now supports achievements.
“Trials of Mana,” the hit console game with over 1 million copies and downloads sold worldwide...is coming to a smartphone near you!
Fun for longtime fans of the Mana Series and new players alike!
◆Story
When the world was shrouded in darkness, the Goddess of Mana drew forth the Sword of Mana to smite the eight Benevodons, monsters of destruction. She sealed the horrors inside the eight Mana Stones, bringing the realm back from the brink.
Weak from rebuilding the world, the Goddess changed into a tree and fell fast asleep for years. However, the forces of evil sought to free the Benevodons to gain control of the world. They started a terrible war to further their plot and destabilize the kingdoms.
Peace was at an end.
Mana itself began to disappear from the world and the Mana Tree to wither...
◆Playable Characters
Players start their adventure by selecting three of the six main characters. The overlapping story of interwoven destinies changes depending on who you choose as your main character and companions!
◆Graphics
See the spectacular world of Mana in full 3D render! Scenes and characters from the original game now in beautifully detailed graphics.
◆Battle System
Use the dynamic fighting system to evade enemies and fight back with aerial and combo attacks. Utilize the signature ring menus of the Mana Series and new shortcut commands.
◆Powering Up Characters
Switch to light or dark classes to strengthen your characters and change their look. In this remake, there’s also a newly added Class 4. With over 300 different kinds of abilities available, there are many different ways to train and power up your characters.
◆Difficulty
You have the option of four difficulty settings: Beginner, Easy, Normal, and Hard. The Beginner setting allows players to resume in the same spot no matter how many times they get a game over. If you find action games hard or want to focus on the story, select this difficulty.
◆Soundtrack
The 60-song soundtrack features arrangements overseen by the original composer, Hiroki Kikuta. Players can switch the BGM to the new version or the SNES version.
◆Voiceover
Full voiceover in English and Japanese! The characters in your party determine which extra conversations happen during your journey.
◆New Game Plus
After you beat the game once, you will unlock new storylines for your party members. You can unlock harder difficulties like Expert and the No Future after playing through the new storylines.
◆New Features
Included in the game is the option to play through flashbacks for each character in your party. You’ll also see a familiar Mana Series face when searching for Li’l Cactus during your adventures. Plus, there are additions like a new type of item seed and the autosave feature.
◆Smartphone-Specific
・Menus are touch-operated. Control characters with the directional pad overlay display.
・Newly added features like auto-target, auto-camera, and auto-battle.
・Graphic quality options available.
・Cloud save compatible.
・Can obtain the starting gear “Rabite Adornment,“ which increases the EXP gained in battle up to level 17 and “Silktail Adornment,” which increases the amount of lucre gained in battle up to level 17.
【App Download】
・This application is approximately 6.7GB in total. Please ensure you have the necessary storage space available on your device before purchasing.
・After starting the game, a large portion of data must be downloaded after defeating the first boss. You can also select “Download” on the title screen to download the entire app at once.
・A Wi-Fi connection is highly recommended when downloading the app.
【Players】
1
【Recommended Devices】
iPhone 7 and above
Requires iOS 13.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.“Trials of Mana,” the hit console game with over 1 million copies and downloads sold worldwide...is coming to a smartphone near you!
Fun for longtime fans of the Mana Series and new players alike!
◆Story
When the world was shrouded in darkness, the Goddess of Mana drew forth the Sword of Mana to smite the eight Benevodons, monsters of destruction. She sealed the horrors inside the eight Mana Stones, bringing the realm back from the brink.
Weak from rebuilding the world, the Goddess changed into a tree and fell fast asleep for years. However, the forces of evil sought to free the Benevodons to gain control of the world. They started a terrible war to further their plot and destabilize the kingdoms.
Peace was at an end.
Mana itself began to disappear from the world and the Mana Tree to wither...
◆Playable Characters
Players start their adventure by selecting three of the six main characters. The overlapping story of interwoven destinies changes depending on who you choose as your main character and companions!
◆Graphics
See the spectacular world of Mana in full 3D render! Scenes and characters from the original game now in beautifully detailed graphics.
◆Battle System
Use the dynamic fighting system to evade enemies and fight back with aerial and combo attacks. Utilize the signature ring menus of the Mana Series and new shortcut commands.
◆Powering Up Characters
Switch to light or dark classes to strengthen your characters and change their look. In this remake, there’s also a newly added Class 4. With over 300 different kinds of abilities available, there are many different ways to train and power up your characters.
◆Difficulty
You have the option of four difficulty settings: Beginner, Easy, Normal, and Hard. The Beginner setting allows players to resume in the same spot no matter how many times they get a game over. If you find action games hard or want to focus on the story, select this difficulty.
◆Soundtrack
The 60-song soundtrack features arrangements overseen by the original composer, Hiroki Kikuta. Players can switch the BGM to the new version or the SNES version.
◆Voiceover
Full voiceover in English and Japanese! The characters in your party determine which extra conversations happen during your journey.
◆New Game Plus
After you beat the game once, you will unlock new storylines for your party members. You can unlock harder difficulties like Expert and the No Future after playing through the new storylines.
◆New Features
Included in the game is the option to play through flashbacks for each character in your party. You’ll also see a familiar Mana Series face when searching for Li’l Cactus during your adventures. Plus, there are additions like a new type of item seed and the autosave feature.
◆Smartphone-Specific
・Menus are touch-operated. Control characters with the directional pad overlay display.
・Newly added features like auto-target, auto-camera, and auto-battle.
・Graphic quality options available.
・Cloud save compatible.
・Can obtain the starting gear “Rabite Adornment,“ which increases the EXP gained in battle up to level 17 and “Silktail Adornment,” which increases the amount of lucre gained in battle up to level 17.
【App Download】
・This application is approximately 6.7GB in total. Please ensure you have the necessary storage space available on your device before purchasing.
・After starting the game, a large portion of data must be downloaded after defeating the first boss. You can also select “Download” on the title screen to download the entire app at once.
・A Wi-Fi connection is highly recommended when downloading the app.
【Players】
1
【Recommended Devices】
iPhone 7 and above
















Trials of Mana is the 3D remake of the 1995 Japanese masterpiece. Players select three out of six unique protagonists, leading to a narrative that shifts based on your choices. This mobile version features a fully revamped combat system, high-quality graphics, and a rearranged soundtrack. With character class changes and a sprawling world to explore, it's a deep, premium JRPG experience.
Stunning 3D graphics and fully voiced dialogue
Branching narrative with 6 playable characters
Real-time action combat with class-change systems
Full offline playability and optimized mobile controls
Try to pick a balanced team for your first run. Angela or Charlotte are essential if you want powerful magic and healing, while Duran or Kevin provide the physical tanking needed for difficult bosses.
One of the best songs in the game.
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Don't forget to visit the Mana Stones to change your character's class at levels 18 and 38. This unlocks powerful new abilities and drastically changes your playstyle.
Yes, it is a full port of the 3D remake, including the post-game episodes and new difficulty settings.