Shining Force

Shining Force is a video game in the strategy genre developed by Climax Entertainment and published by SEGA Enterprises Ltd. originally released in 1992. It is currently playable on Genesis.

In a wondrous land, perhaps not so far from our world, a strange and terrible series of events took place. The powers of darkness, led by Dark Dragon, fought for control of the Rune world. The legendary warriors of light fought against them with the ancient and modern weapons of the time, and drove Dark Dragon to another dimension. But Dark Dragon swore that in a thousand years he would be able to cross the interdimensional barrier and return to this world.

A thousand years of peace and tranquility passed. The inhabitants of the world were happy to live their lives in contentment, being able to spend their time rediscovering the magical and technological wonders destroyed by Dark Dragon and using them for the benefit of all people. But the kingdom of Runefaust has begun a massive attack of the Rune kingdoms - with the intention of helping Dark Dragon return to this world. A small group of warriors has been sent on a dangerous journey to fight the dark forces of Runefaust.

Shining Force is a tactical role-playing game. As the player character makes his way through the lands of Rune, he is joined by other warriors who wish to stop Runefaust's forces. Each warrior has his own strengths and weaknesses. As the player progresses through the game, characters gain new weapons and spells.

Shining Force is available at a reduced price on the following websites and is no longer abandonware.