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A quirky RPG following a group of kids saving the world from Giygas. With humor, surrealism, and emotional depth, EarthBound is a timeless gem.

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Which character from EarthBound can predict the future because of their psychic abilities? (Medium)
#1: Ness
#2: Paula
#3: Jeff
#4: Poo
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In EarthBound, what item is necessary to defeat the final boss, Giygas? (Advanced)
#1: Franklin Badge
#2: PSI Caramel
#3: Bazooka
#4: Phase Distorter
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During development, EarthBound's script was so large that it had to be compressed to fit onto the game cartridge. The game also features a rolling HP meter mechanic, which gives players a brief window to heal or finish battles before a character's hit points reach zero after taking a major hit, a unique feature for RPGs at the time.
In EarthBound, there's a Sword of Kings item that only has a 1 in 128 chance of dropping from a specific enemy, making it one of the game's most elusive treasures.

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Which is your favorite playable character in EarthBound?
Ness
Paula
Jeff
Poo
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What's the most memorable location in EarthBound?
Onett
Twoson
Saturn Valley
Fourside
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August 27, 1994

Release of EarthBound in Japan

The role-playing game EarthBound (known as Mother 2 in Japan) was first released in Japan for the Super Famicom.

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June 5, 1995

Release of EarthBound in North America

EarthBound was released in North America for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES), gaining a cult following despite modest sales.

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January 4, 2013

EarthBound Wii U Virtual Console Release

EarthBound was made available on the Wii U Virtual Console, allowing a new generation of players to experience the game.

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February 21, 2022

EarthBound Added to Nintendo Switch Online

EarthBound was added to the Nintendo Switch Online service, providing subscribers access to the game on the Nintendo Switch.

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Alright. Bean the game now. Previous comment still stands. The concepts in the game are great. The setting is fun. I like that there are multiple endings - but I continued to experience being unable to deviate from 'the path'. I wouldn't have minded the game letting me fail more outright, and punishing me for it.


That being said; It's a gem. There's not a lot else quite like it, and I'm happy I've played it. Looking forward to whatever the developer does next.

This is a fun indie gem. Visual Novel, slight choose your own adventure (so far). 10 Hours in currently. The premise and world is really interesting, and the type of scenario I wanted after reading Permutation City by Greg Egan. Dealing with mind/consciousness, and AI. Topics I like exploring.


Biggest downsides so far are that it's quite wordy. The English translation has issues now and then. So far is it doesn't feel like I can actually make very many impactful choices. I can sometimes, but even if I do 'all the things I'm absolutely not supposed to do', the game steers me back to being successful. So more like an interactive story so far; though I know there are supposed to be multiple endings.

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Absolutely loving playing through this right now. If you like the old-school combat/puzzle mix that quite a few old jpgs have - this game is gonna blow you away. Dungeons, puzzles, bosses, nice progression - it's a love letter in the best sense of the phrase. Worth every penny and then some.