Reception
| Reception | |
|---|---|
| Aggregate scores | |
| Aggregator | Score |
| GameRankings | 81.14% |
| Review scores | |
| Publication | Score |
| Electronic Gaming Monthly | 8.37 out of 10 |
| GamePro | 4.1 out of 5 |
| Nintendo Power | 3.8 out of 5 |
| Game Players | 88 out of 100 |
| RPGamer | 4 out of 5 |
| RPGFan | 86% |
| Super Play | 81 out of 100 |
Secret of Evermore received positive reviews from most media outlets. Most publications praised its graphics. For instance, RPGFan called the game a "wonderful visual experience," applauding its use of color, animation, and background. Zachary Lewis of RPGamer noted that the locales found in Secret of Evermore were detailed in a much more realistic way than other games of the genre. GamePro was complimentary of its American art-style, but longed for the Japanese art found in other Square titles. Another highlight for many critics was gameplay, particularly aspects also found in Secret of Mana such as the ring menu.
Reviewers were more critical when concerning the game's sound. Although the musical score was appreciated for its overall quality, both RPGFan and RPGamer found that there were too few adequately long tracks, with mediocre ambient sound effects to fill the dead time. Critics were mixed on the issue of Secret of Evermore being the first game developed by Square in the United States. Super Play found that the game was not up to the standards held by other Square games. Others noted that Secret of Evermore was a decent first attempt by the American team. GamePro dubbed the game "worthy of a sequel," while Game Players anticipated another game from the same development team.
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