Tales of Destiny

Tales of Destiny is a Japanese role-playing game developed by Wolf Team and published by Namco. It was first released on the PlayStation in the late 1990s.

You play as Stahn Aileron, a young man who discovers he is destined to wield the Sword of Light. Your journey in Tales of Destiny takes you across a vibrant world alongside a growing group of allies, each with their own stories and skills. Together, you must uncover the secrets behind the powerful Lens of Domination and prevent it from falling into the wrong hands, a task that puts you on a collision course with powerful adversaries.

Combat in Tales of Destiny unfolds in real-time using the Linear Motion Battle System. You control your characters on a 2D plane, moving left and right to dodge attacks, position yourself, and unleash a combination of physical strikes and powerful 'Arcane Artes' – special magic spells or techniques. Learning the timing for blocks and the sequences for combining attacks and Artes is key to overcoming the varied enemies you encounter in dungeons and during story events.

As you progress through Tales of Destiny, you'll explore towns, speak with characters to gather information, and delve into dangerous dungeons filled with puzzles and monsters. Your party will grow, and you'll manage their equipment and learn new abilities. The narrative of Tales of Destiny centers on themes of destiny, the balance between light and darkness, and the bonds formed between companions on a perilous quest.