There is no company in the gaming industry that has a stronger history of telling stories about picking a fight with God than Square Enix. Literally or metaphorically, from Final Fantasy Legend/Saga AND Star Ocean Down Xenoglos and even some The Ultimate FantasiesThe fundamental story of our heroes resisting a cruel, manipulative creator is the spinal cord that sustains many giants of the Japanese RPG canon. But another enduring Square Enix series, one that has quietly lasted as long as the others, takes the opposite approach, embracing the positive side of religion and mythology. These are games about unity, the healing power of nature, and the virtuous pride that comes from trusting in a benevolent higher power. No, no Searching for the dragon; yes, you visit churches to save money in these games, but then you go and hang out in pubs and play like an exhausted salaried employee. No, I’m talking about Mana— Lucas White
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