This Super Nintendo Entertainment System title, released in 2008, is a ROM hack of the original EarthBound, presenting players with an alternate timeline following the defeat of Giygas. Players navigate a darker storyline as Varik, a bounty hunter, hired to investigate a monster terrorizing the town of Twoson.

Gameplay and Story

The game begins with Varik being tasked by ex-mayor B.H. Pirkle to hunt down a monster responsible for the death of a young girl's parents. As Varik, you'll explore various environments, from the sewers beneath Twoson to the unsettling laboratory of Dr. Andonuts. The core gameplay loop involves exploration, combat, and choices that affect the narrative's direction.

Key Features

Exploration is a key element, as you traverse increasingly disturbing settings. Combat is also central to the experience, requiring players to battle enemies using RPG mechanics. The game distinguishes itself with a darker, more unsettling atmosphere compared to the original EarthBound.

What choices do you make in the game?

A pivotal moment in the game involves a choice regarding Dr. Andonuts, leading to branching paths and multiple outcomes. Depending on the player's decision, Varik can delve into Dr. Andonuts's mind, encountering familiar characters and confronting the doctor's inner demons. The game culminates in a final confrontation within Dr. Andonuts's brain, followed by a return to a transformed version of Twoson.

Distinctive Elements

The game blends traditional RPG elements with a darker narrative and unsettling atmosphere. The storyline explores themes of morality and consequence, challenging players to make difficult choices with lasting impacts on the game world.