Slayers

About

Slayers is a classic turn-based RPG based on the light novel/anime series of the same name. You follow Lina Inverse, a greedy sorceress with a fiery personality, and Gourry Gabriev, a well-meaning swordsman with questionable judgment. Their uneasy partnership kicks off after Lina accidentally steals a powerful artifact, drawing the attention of two men determined to kill her. The game blends dungeon crawling, character progression, and dialogue-driven scenes that mirror the source material’s mix of action and absurdity. Combat is straightforward but satisfying, with Lina’s spellcasting and Gourry’s swordplay offering distinct playstyles. The game’s charm comes from its direct adaptation of the Slayers universe, retaining the series’ sharp humor and over-the-top antics. While it lacks modern polish, fans of the original stories praise its faithful portrayal of Lina’s personality and the early 90s JRPG atmosphere. With no remakes to speak of, it remains a niche title for those who remember the Super Famicom era. Its cult following keeps it alive in retro circles, where it’s often noted for being more faithful than later entries in the franchise.

Storyline

Powerful, avaricious sorceress Lina Inverse travels around the world, stealing treasures from bandits who cross her path. Her latest victims, a band of thieves, wait in ambush in a forest, thirsting for revenge. When Lina is about to effortlessly pummel her would-be attackers, the swordsman Gourry Gabriev suddenly announces his presence. Assuming Lina to be a damsel in distress, the foolish yet magnanimous man confronts the brigands in order to rescue her. After defeating them posthaste, the oblivious cavalier decides to escort Lina to Atlas City. Though not very keen on this idea, she ends up accepting his offer. However, without realizing it, Lina has chanced upon a mighty magical item among her most recent spoils. Now two mysterious men are hunting the young magician and her self-proclaimed guardian to obtain this powerful object for apparently nefarious purposes. This way they begin their adventure, one where the fate of the world itself may be at stake.