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Facts

* A common false belief is that this game is not a Final Fantasy game because in Japan it is called Seiken Densetsu, but the full title of the Japanese version is Final Fantasy Gaiden - Seiken Densetsu, making this game a true Final Fantasy Side Quest.
* The sequel to this game dropped Final Fantasy Gaiden from it's title to make it a separate series.
* In the USA the sequel to this game is called Secret of Mana, but it's original title was Final Fantasy Adventure II until a last minute change.
Is this proof FF:A is really a true FF game? Or is it just some more rumors? Does anyone have any other references for such claims?

Oh yeah, here is the link. This info is on the bottom of page.