Shining Force III Scenario 1, also called Shining Force III in North America and Europe, is a fantasy role-playing video game in the Shining Force III series. There are three scenarios and a bonus game in Japan. Only the first volume was released in North America and Europe. It is followed by Shining Force III Scenario 2.

The Emperor has been kidnapped and the Republic has been framed for the crime. Now the Empire and Republic seem headed for war. Gather up to 27 controllable characters and explore a detailed 3D polygonal world as you attempt to save the peace.