Justin
A spirited young adventurer and the main protagonist. His curiosity and determination drive the expedition.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-pad | Move the character or cursor |
|---|---|
A | Confirm selections and interact |
B | Cancel or return |
C | Open or cycle contextual commands |
Start | Open the pause or system screen |
Control notes
Button functions can vary with the game's configured Saturn control settings.
Battle commands are selected through the on-screen command interface.
How it plays
How does Grandia play?
Grandia uses a third-person exploration perspective. Players guide the party through towns, fields, ruins, and dungeons, speak with residents, search for items, and advance the story by reaching designated locations or completing events.
Battles are turn-based but actions are arranged on a time line. Characters can move, use normal attacks, magic, skills, items, or defensive commands. Interrupting an enemy during its preparation phase can cancel that action. Weapons and magic improve through use, while equipment, skill books, and party growth expand tactical options.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Grandia?
Watch the time line rather than selecting commands blindly. Use cancel-capable attacks or skills when an enemy is preparing a dangerous action, and spread targets when several foes are vulnerable.
Train weapon and magic types through regular use, maintain a balanced party, and keep healing items available. Explore side paths in dungeons for equipment and skill books, but save before major story events and boss encounters.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Sue
Justin's close friend and traveling companion. She fights alongside her pet Puffy.
Feena
An experienced adventurer who joins Justin and becomes central to the ancient-ruins story.
Gadwin
A veteran swordsman who mentors Justin and teaches him important combat techniques.
Milda
A powerful, outspoken warrior encountered during the party's journey.
Rapp
A sharp-tongued young fighter who joins the group after events involving his village.
Guido
A resourceful Mogay merchant and guide with knowledge of the game's wider world.
Baal
The principal military antagonist whose ambitions threaten the party and the ancient world.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Interrupt enemy actions whenever the time line shows a clear opening.
- 2
Rotate weapon and magic use so characters continue improving useful skill types.
- 3
Check dungeon branches for equipment, items, and skill books.
Editorial context
What do players highlight?
A highly regarded Saturn RPG with an energetic adventure story and a distinctive time-line battle system.
The original Saturn version is Japanese-only and differs in presentation from later releases.
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