Lunar 2 - Eternal Blue

Lunar 2: Eternal Blue was originally released as a role-playing game for the Sega Saturn in 1994, developed by Game Arts and Japan Art Media. The story, written by Shigema Kei, serves as a direct sequel to the events of Lunar: Silver Star Story. It was conceived during the mid-nineties, a period when the genre was shifting toward cinematic storytelling and pre-rendered cutscenes, and it became highly regarded for its expansive world-building and character-driven narrative.

The creative direction for the series relied heavily on the character designs of Toshiyuki Kubooka, whose distinct anime-influenced aesthetic helped define the franchise's visual identity. The game was received as a landmark title for the Sega Saturn, earning praise for its high-quality voice acting, emotional depth, and the intricate fantasy lore constructed by Kei. It was subsequently adapted into various media, including novels and manga, cementing its status as a foundational pillar of 1990s Japanese role-playing games.