The Ancient Land of Ys

Action RPG where you control swordsman Adol Christin hunting six scattered Books of Ys across the land of Esteria. A fortuneteller warns of approaching danger and sends you to recover these texts, which hold knowledge about an ancient civilization and the power needed to stop the threat. Combat uses a bump system—you damage enemies by running into them at angles rather than pressing an attack button. The game connects two towns, Zepik Village and Minea, through monster-filled fields and dungeons where you'll find book fragments, equipment upgrades, and NPCs who fill in backstory. It's straightforward dungeon-crawling with light puzzle elements, built around gradually unlocking new areas as you grow stronger. Expect boss fights that test your timing and a relatively short playthrough once you know where to go.