In the SNES version, an all-directional random encounter turn-based battle screen is used that allows enemies to attack from the rear, the side, and the front.

Aretha tells the story of Ariel, the granddaughter of a wise old grandmother who has been turned a ten-year-old, who has been given a simple task: to go through the forest to Nineveh, the nearby town, and meet a certain person while visiting the place.

Eventually, Ariel uses this quest to hone her magic skills to fight the ultimate battle against evil.

Aretha was developed by Japan Art Media and published by Yanoman.

[3] The Super Famicom version of the game was on the console's top-ten bestseller list in early 1994.