Mother 1+2
Mother 1+2 are great games. I personally bought this package just for Mother 2, but Mother 1 was a pleasant surprise. If you're worried you won't understand it, you can always find a walkthrough of the game. Trial and error works too. The only thing I have to say is not understanding the language takes away from the experience. If you don't feel like paying over $100 on EarthBound though, this is a great deal.

Just received my order!!!
This game rocks! This is my first time playing Mother 1+2, both games that I never heard of or played since I was born in the 1989. It is sad they could of put it on Wii Virtual Console for english copies.

So far so good, Mother 1 is easy and bearly got Loid to join and Paula in Mother 2.

Just hope they restock Mother 3 befor I finish this game becuase I'm totally into it like a Man in a sandwich (Manwich!)

Itoi Rules, BOING!!

On It's Way
I asked a lot of people before ordering this and without EarthBound on VC this is my only real option. I've watched some videos and the music sounds fine. I can't wait for it to get here!

Super Excited!!
Ever since learning about the Mother series, I've been hooked! EarthBound is extremely expensive and not quite on the Virtual Console yet, so this is a much cheaper alternative, and, it's compact! I don't have it yet, but I can't wait until I get it!

No title
Old school RPG goodness lots of fun.

Just received order-
I just got the GBA Ver. of Mother 1&2 and it's awesome. If you're worried about the fact that this is the Japanese Ver. Don't fret too much. Even a basic knowledge of Japanese should be enough to get you through the game (Although it's completely Hiragana which can be annoying to those who can read Kanji). And if you've never used Play-Asia before, don't worry about it. My product was promptly shipped within 24 hours and came in perfect condition. Earthbound was an amazing game, and the GBA Ver. is no exception!

Amazing
I bought this game with Mother 3. It's amazing how much of the game you can understand without knowing japanese. Though there are parts where a walkthrough or translation guide can help.

Perfect thing too buy with Mother 3
When I bought Mother 3, I bought this game to go with it. Thanks to my Earthbound experience, i was able too play through quite well without the use of a translation guide. If your a fellow mother fan that has played either mother game, and wants this game in there collection, buy it.

Just Bought it!
Can't wait for it to arrive. I'm an EarthBound fan from way back!

Mother 1+2
I dont like this new box. Glad I got the original one when it was still out. This is a very good game and I highly reccomend it for anyone whole loves classic RPGs.

WOW!!!
Earthbound is a great game to bad its japanese.

does anyone know the diffrence?
between this one and the value selection becuase i got the value selection, it still hasn't arrived, but i'd like to know if there is any diffrence becuase the value selection costs less
Answer: No difference except price and package design

DUUUUUDE
MEEE TOOO!!!! \/ \/ \/

a review from starmen.net
I LOVE this game! I am learning japanese to get it!

Second best to Mother 3
This is one of the best GBA games that have ever been created. You don't even have to understand Japanese to get the full impact of these TWO games. They are both excellent, and at such a cheap price you CAN NOT go wrong!

Wish I had it
I wish I did come out here also. I rember playing this game as a kid with my buddy and we had a blast, just sat there eating junk food taking turns playing b/c we loved it so much. Anyway Iam off topic, this is a grate game on the snes as a kid and maby if we lucky we can get it again.

Mother 3!?..cool I wish they'd release the contining series in the USA!
Cool Japan is way ahead with this series!-I don't understand why NOA won't get off there butts and release it in the united States of america! Its way late!-I still remember EarthBound SNES I have it! And I won't sell it ever!-So its only a wait and pray that we get the 1-2-3!-In America Did Europe get it?..

Get This Game!!!!
This game is awesome!!! I just got it in the mail 2 days ago, Im alreadt at the last boss (giygas) in Mother 2! anyone that doesnt get this game is crazy! its so awesome, Earthbound Rocks (original SNES name).

Mother 1+2 (Earthbound)
I would say that this is one of the best games in the history of Nintendo games and it is way underrated. It's unfortunate that the sales of the original SNES release were crappy and because of that, it's unlikely that Nintendo of America will ever localize this game.

Since the original SNES version is nearly impossible to find today and it's way overpriced on ebay, order this game! It's in Japanese of course, but it's not difficult to play. There are plenty of guides online to get you through the game. The sound quality isn't quite as good as the original SNES version, but it's still fun and enjoyable. In my opinion, the sound is quite good considering the fact that two games (with three save files per game) were squeezed into one cartridge. If you're a big fan of RPG games like myself, this game is a must for your collection.

Great game
This is one of those original RPGs. Most RPGs focused on the Middle Ages when Mother first came out on the Famicom. This one focused more on people with unique talents trying to save the world from this alien force. This does require Japanese reading though to understand commands, items, PSI. If you want a copy of this in English you can buy Earthbound(Mother 2) for the SNES.

Mother 1+2
How can you go wrong with Mother 1+2. Its the most awesomest game in the whole entire world!!!!!!!!!!! is awesome a word? lol. j/k any wayas. any one who hates this game has to be crazy! im buying it definately!

A perennial favorite.
I was a big fan of EarthBound, and it's awesome that Mother 1 and 2 have been released on one cartridge (and manage to retain most of the graphic and sound quality).

For those of you with little or no Japanese skills, it's relatively easy to play and navigate your way through the game. A great addition to any collection!

Greatest Game Ever
This is the greatest game ever. I imported it when it first came out, however, unfortunatley for me, it was stolen from me. I'm now hoping to save up for a second copy. It was finished and everything, too.

earthbound!
most amazing game in the world! i just got it in the mail for gba, i cant understand japanese though but still im very gratefull. its the most awsome game in the world

Great game.
I'd love to play this, but I can't read Japanese. Please give us an English version!

GREATEST SNES GAME! EVER!
Ever since i was five years old ive played earthbound (mother 2). It left a great impact on the portion of my brain that belongs to gaming. I would never sell my earthbound cart. i am learning japanese just for this game. Dont miss out.
-GET THIS GAME-

Very Good Game.
This is one of my favorite games!
One of the best games since
Final Fantasy and Pokemon.
It has funny graphics dialogue,
etc!
The graphics may be obsolete, but
the game designers concentrated on making
a game that's FUN.
Awesome game!

My favorite game.
Mother 2 (aka Earthbound) is my favorite game. I have beaten it so many times for english. i already remember everything about this game so there is no need for it to be english. get this game.

Awsome from a boy likes EarthBound
I Like This Game!

Awesome.
This is a great game and should not be missed by those who can read Japanese or people who have played the English games. Very excellent game.