Indra no Hikari

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Indra no Hikari is a retro RPG set in a distant future where humans colonized a new world. Players take on a hero tasked with stopping a demon that's draining energy from the planet's guardian, causing environmental collapse and monster invasions. Combat and exploration follow classic turn-based RPG mechanics, with a focus on leveling up and strategic battles. The game blends space-age setting with fantasy elements, creating a world where technology and magic intersect. Released in 1987, this Kemco title stands out for merging sci-fi themes with traditional RPG structures. Its narrative takes players from a lush colony planet to a desolate wasteland, driving a quest to restore balance. Though it's largely forgotten outside Japan, those who played it remember the ambitious scope and the challenge of navigating its harsh environments. With its dated graphics but solid gameplay loops, it's a relic of early RPG experimentation.