Yeah, I always loved that in Earthbound. I hope if they re-make Mother 1 they'll put that in.
I'm probably over exaggerating a little, but it's almost impossible to actually fight your way through without serious grinding. And I feel like I did quite a bit anyway.
I've honestly wondered why no one else does that either. It's such a cool little thing. I think you have the right idea though. The only other RPG I feel comes close is probably Chrono Trigger, but Earthbound is still a step ahead.
The Mother 3 Fan Translation is done! Everyone go get it right now! (Mother3.fobby.net)
Play Earthbound for the SNES ; ; Do it, it's awesome!
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