Editing Golden Sun (universe)

{{DISPLAYTITLE:''Golden Sun'' (universe)}}

|latestinstallment = ''{{s|goldensununiverse|Golden Sun: Dark Dawn}}'' (2010)

==Franchise Description==

The series was co-created by Hiroyuki and Shugo Takahashi, two brothers that worked for Camelot Software Planning. They were previously best known for designing ''{{s|wikipedia|Shining Force III}}''. Nintendo approved their pitch because they wanted to bolster their first RPG roster, a genre that was dominated by Sony for the entire previous console generation with their PlayStation. The initial pitch consisted of an RPG for the [[Nintendo 64]] simply titled ''{{s|goldensununiverse|Golden Sun|game}}'', but this version was scrapped due to the N64 being in its twilight years and development shifted to the newer Game Boy Advance. It became apparent that the GBA was not capable of fitting all the ideas the team had into a single cartridge, so the game was split in half. The first game kept the name ''Golden Sun'', while the second game released a few months later titled ''{{s|goldensununiverse|Golden Sun: The Lost Age}}''. Connecting the two games would unlock exclusive content in both. These games stood out for being very deep and mechanical games with rich gameplay and storylines, especially in the handheld market. The games also used a pseudo 3D graphics engine similar to work done in ''{{s|supermariowiki|Donkey Kong Country}}'', which helped it stand out even more. The game sold very well for a new IP and received universal praise upon release.

After being dormant for several years, the series suddenly reappeared at [[E3]] 2009 as ''Golden Sun DS'' for the [[Nintendo DS]]. The game later received its final title ''{{s|goldensununiverse|Golden Sun: Dark Dawn}}'' and released in 2010. While still receiving good reviews, the game was not seen as on par with previous installments. The main complaints at the time were its general lack of difficulty and going overboard on cutscenes and dialogue. While the game was not a financial failure, it did not sell nearly as much as the first two entries.

*'''[[Isaac]]''', the protagonist of ''{{s|goldensununiverse|Golden Sun}}'' appears as an [[Assist Trophy]] in ''Brawl''. When summoned, he uses the Psynergy aid "Move", which will push opponents away powerfully without inflicting damage to them. This is reminiscent of how Isaac, {{s|goldensununiverse|Garet}} or {{s|goldensununiverse|Felix}} would use the Utility Psynergy "Move" in their games' respective overworld to shift objects telekinetically. He can be summoned after the player plays 200 matches.

*'''"Battle Scene / Final Boss (Golden Sun)"''': A progressive rock remix of Felix and the Doom Dragon's battle themes respectively from the second game in the series, ''{{s|goldensununiverse|Golden Sun: The Lost Age}}''. This can be unlocked for the [[My Music]] selection for [[Norfair]].

'''Isaac'''

''A strong-willed Psynergy adept of the bloodline of an ancient race thought to have been lost with the downfall of civilization. He can manipulate earth-based forces and is also a highly skilled swordsman. He sets out to protect a lighthouse that can release the sealed powers of alchemy. In Smash Bros., he uses "Move" energy, which creates an energy field that pushes foes away.''

{{Trophy games|console1=GBA|game1=Golden Sun|console2=GBA|game2=Golden Sun: The Lost Age}}

====Returning Tracks====

*{{gameIcon|SSBB}}'''"Battle Scene/Final Boss (Golden Sun)"''': returns to the [[Norfair]] stage. Unlike in Brawl, this track is unlocked right from the beginning.

====Source Tracks====

*'''"Weyard"''': The theme for the overworld map in ''Golden Sun: Dark Dawn''. This track is an unlockable track in [[Palutena's Temple]].

'''Golden Sun''' received no new music tracks.

====Returning Tracks====

*{{gameIcon|SSBB}}"'''Battle Scene/Final Boss - Golden Sun'''"

====Source Tracks====

*"'''Weyard'''": The theme that plays when ''Golden Sun: Dark Dawn'' protagonist Matthew is on the overworld.

===''{{s|goldensununiverse|Golden Sun}}''===

*Playable Characters:

**{{GameIcon|SSBB}} {{s|goldensununiverse|Isaac}} appears as an assist trophy.

**{{GameIcon|SSBB}} Isaac appears as a trophy.

**{{GameIcon|SSBU}} Isaac, {{s|goldensununiverse|Garet}}, {{s|goldensununiverse|Mia}}, {{s|goldensununiverse|Felix}}, {{s|goldensununiverse|Ivan}} and {{s|goldensununiverse|Jenna}} appear as spirits.

===''{{s|goldensununiverse|Golden Sun: The Lost Age}}''===

**{{GameIcon|SSBB}} '''"Battle Scene / Final Boss (Golden Sun)"''': A progressive rock remix of Felix and the Doom Dragon's battle themes respectively from this game.

===''{{s|goldensununiverse|Golden Sun: Dark Dawn}}''===

**{{GameIcon|SSBU}} Isaac (Dark Dawn) and {{s|goldensununiverse|Matthew}} appear as spirits.

**{{GameIcon|SSB4}} '''"Weyard"''': The theme for the overworld map, sourced from this game.

 

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