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name	publisher(developer)	year	display	description
Arc the Lad	Working Designs;Sony Computer Entertainment (G-Craft;Japan Studio)	1995	raster	Arc the Lad begins a three-part journey through a magical world on the edge of destruction and populated by a unique cast of role-playing characters, each with specific weapons, attributes, and agendas. Characters are defined through more than a dozen changing elements including range, hit points, magic points, attack and defense levels, magic capacity, agility, experience, jump and throw abilities, counterattack prowess, and the ability to catch thrown items. Action is controlled through three main areas: Events, Maps, and Battles. Characters can encounter seven different conditions during battle that affect their status, including poison, paralysis, sleep, darkness, silence, and stone, or can lose abilities and strength if they become "Hemo-ji." Battles are fought in enclosed environments, but each controlled character can move freely within the grid-based landscape, employing melee or ranged weapons. Featured individuals in Arc the Lad include Arc, a well-balanced fighter searching for his father, Kukuru, protector of the sacred flame, and Poco, a marching band member whose instruments play an important part in protecting party members during battle. Tosh, an Elite Guard defying orders by defending the innocent victims of Palencia, Gogen, one of the seven original heroes with an arsenal of mystical powers and spells, and Iga, a monk and master of Kenpo sworn to protect the secret scrolls of the Amaidar Temple, complete the roster. Unexpected help comes from Chongara, a merchant adventurer with access to special attacks and summoning abilities. Other features include multiple save slots on the PlayStation memory card, access to Chongara's Monster Book with information about statistics, abilities, losses, wins, and items carried, and game options for message speed, dual-shock controller vibration, battle voices, sound, and help.* [32]* [29]***First released in Japan only, the game was re-released on 7th April 2002 in the United States, in a box titled "Arc the Lad Collection" that included [game=#10994]Arc the Lad[/game], [game=#101860]Arc the Lad II[/game], [game=#20513]Arc the Lad III[/game], [game=#101861]Arc the Lad Monster Arena[/game], a CD of the making-of, a full-color book with instructions for every games and an "Omake Box" that included some goodies. The CD included in this Arc the Lad Collection box are the only way to play to these four games in english as they were never released outside of Japan individually.
Vandal Hearts	Konami	1996	raster	A fantasy battlefield in which you must raise your sword or summon your magic to conquer an empire torn with vengeance. The 3D battlefields with their many views will place you in life or death situations. Prepare your wit and strength to battle foes from unknown forces. Gallant victories lead to the magnificent Vandal-Heart.***This is a decent game with a pretty interesting story line. You play as a soldier in the army in a Final Fantasy Tactics style game. Worth a look if your into the Tactics type of RPGs. [the_doctor]
Dai-4-Ji Super Robot Taisen S	Banpresto (Winky Soft)	1996	raster
Ogre Battle	Atlus;Artdink (Quest)	1996	textured polygons	The Holy Zeteginean Empire came about as a result of the great war against King Zenobia. But the Empire was holy in name only, as the oppressive emperor rules through ruthless military force and fear. But on the shores along the eastern frontiers, the remnants of the Knights of Zenobia begin to stir. You must lead this rebellion against the Holy Zeteginean Empire, which is the last gasp of hope in this bleak world. OGRE BATTLE is a remake of the cult RPG/strategy game for the SNES, with a 32-bit upgrade.*Japanese version [29]* [32]
Arc the Lad II	Sony Computer Entertainment (ARC Entertainment;G-Craft;Japan Studio)	1996	raster	RPG sequel appeared light and sound in "Arc the Lad". New system, such as items and equipment is full of fellow monster. If there is clear data of previous work, can be taken over or item level. One year after the previous work, when the boy Elk chasing hero arc previous work which became the wanted person is helped Riesa to be chased from the tissue there, the world begins to move big!*Mislabelled as a Saturn review [32]*First released in Japan only, the game was re-released on 7th April 2002 in the United States, in a box titled "Arc the Lad Collection" that included [game=#10994]Arc the Lad[/game], [game=#101860]Arc the Lad II[/game], [game=#20513]Arc the Lad III[/game], [game=#101861]Arc the Lad Monster Arena[/game], a CD of the making-of, a full-color book with instructions for every games and an "Omake Box" that included some goodies. The CD included in this Arc the Lad Collection box are the only way to play to these four games in english as they were never released outside of Japan individually.
Shin Super Robot Taisen	Banpresto (Winky Soft)	1996		The game plays very much like the SFC Fire Emblem which in itself is already a treat. Battles are fought and viewed from a side view perspective and cut scenes are used to illustrate the fire fights that erupt between adversaries. From the earlier Robot Wars games, Gundam, Getter Robo and Mazinger Z return to reprise their prominent positions on your Robot team. New mechs such as Voltes V, Gyking, Rayzoner and Gundam W can also be used on your strategic strike force. When your robots engage in fights, you can watch them battle it out in animated sequences that are beautifully drawn and rendered for maximum visual effect. Every robot has a signature move and Mazinger Z can be seen below emitting his breast fire at his enemies. A big difference over earlier Robot Wars was that the super deformed look is gone. The full sized robots simply look a lot more imposing and realistic than the baby characters. Bandai has assembled count 'em, 90 voice actors for this production, including many of the actors who did the voices for the original anime series. For fans of the 'Robots' this game is an excellent and essential adventure.
Ryuki Densyo: Dragoon	KSS	1997	raster
Dragon Knight 4	Banpresto (Elf)	1997	raster	Wind simulation RPG fantasy depicting the activities of the hero-son Kakeru in 4th "Dragon Knight" series got, minus the blood of God hit in PC games. Quest mode and get information from people in towns and villages, consists of two parts of the simulation mode to fight the enemy. Adventure aimed at the leader of the army Rushifon kingdom Raimurin that the invasion has begun.
Shin Super Robot Taisen Special Disk	Banpresto	1997	raster
FEDA 2: White Surge the Platoon	Yanoman (Max Entertainment)	1997	raster
Tilk	TGL Micro (TGL)	1997	raster
Final Fantasy Tactics	Squaresoft	1997	raster	An ancient conflict. A clash among royal families. A kidnapped princess. And a brave soldier who may be a country's only chance for lasting peace - but not before blood has been shed in the name of justice. Assemble your army and train them well. Go into battle with your skills at their sharpest and decimate the enemy before they get to you first. Destroy your adversary's troops without remorse or hesitation as you engage in bloody and decisive warfare. Defend Ivalice against the forces that would tear it apart in Final Fantasy Tactics.*SLPS-00770 SLPS-00771 Japanese release.1998 January 29- North American Release. Not quite the classic gameplay that has pushed the Final Fantasy series to the sucess it has now, this game is still one of the best I have ever played. The story is quite gripping, the graphics are very well done, and the gameplay was interesting enough to keep my attention. The game is long, however, and can take quite a while to beat. It brings back the class system seen in Final Fantasy III (NES) and Final Fantasy V (SNES). Among the differences are the battles, which are more of a stragitic campain than a standard RPG 'Attack, use magic, use item...) without thought. It is a fairly difficult game, but good to play. The enemies' levels increase in ratio to yours.**Still one of the best Strategy RPGs out there. If you're a fan of SRPGs... well I'm sure you've played this already. Chances are, this is the game that made you a fan of the genre as it was one of the first great SRPGs to be brought to the US. [cjlee001]
Langrisser I & II	NCS Masaya (Career Soft)	1997
Front Mission 2	Square Soft	1997	raster
Tactics Ogre: Ogre Battle Series	Artdink;Atlus (Quest)	1997	raster	After generations of war between the various ethnic groups, King Dogare brought peace to the land of Valeria. When the king dies Valeria is split into three different groups, each claiming the throne. You take the role of a young boy as he embarks on a quest to save the land from turmoil and assume the throne. You will have to journey throughout the land and recruit members for an army. Once recruited, the members will gain experience through the turn-based battles. Up to 10 party members can participate in any battle. Eventually, the characters can change classes and learn skills that are specific to each class. However, you will have to make sure your party is balanced or you will face certain doom. Will you be able to save the world from chaos in TACTICS OGRE?
Spectral Force	Idea Factory	1997
Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure	Nippon Ichi	1998	raster	Follow the adventures of Cornet as she makes her way through Marl's Kingdom in search of her one true love. With the help of her trusty magical horn she enlists the help of many magical creatures along the way to battle the beautiful but evil Marjoly and her cohorts. Rhapsody is an epic RPG adventure that you'll never forget...n* Intuitive simulation-style battle system!n* Use magic spells such as the hilarious "Pancake Attack"!n* Wonderfully illustrated anime characters and backgrounds!n
BackGuiner Yomi Gaeru Yuusya Tati: Hishou Hen 'Uragiri no Senjou'	Ving	1998	raster
Söldnerschild Special	Koei	1998
Kartia: The Word of Fate	Atlus (Atlus Software)	1998	textured polygons	Play as the pious daughter of a high priest, or as a free knight searching for a purpose in KARTIA. Both characters have a unique plot; however, the plots do intersect at several points. In both stories, the player must master the use of a magical set of cards to win battles and advance the plot. With two stories and a wide range of skills to be discovered, KARTIA provides plenty of adventure.*European version [32]US version [32]Japanese version. Mislabelled as a "Saturn" review. [31]* [27]
BackGuiner Yomi Gaeru Yuusya Tati: Kakusei Hen 'Guiner Tensei'	Ving	1998	raster
Slayers Royal	ESP;Kadokawa Shoten (JAM)	1998	textured polygons
Spectral Force 2: Eien naru Kiseki	Idea Factory	1998
Super Robot Taisen F	Banpresto	1998
Shin Sedai Robot Senki: Brave Saga	Takara (Pandora Box)	1998	raster
Langrisser IV: The Art of The Swords War	NCS	1999	raster	Released only in Japan- in 1999 in 'Langrisser IV & V Final Edition'.
Langrisser V: The End of Legend	NCS Masaya	1999	raster	Rekeased only in Japan in 1999 as "Langrisser IV & V Final Edition"
Eternal Eyes	Sunsoft	1999	textured polygons	The Mappets have protected the land of Gross from war and destruction for over 1,000 years. Now, the Mappets are in danger. Help a young magician named Luca save the Mappets and the World in ETERNAL EYES. Collect over 150 Mappet monsters and use them in battles that take place on 3D isometric battlefields. Play ETERNAL EYES and develop the skills needed to save the world.* [32]*1999- Japan 2000- Europa 2001- North America
DeviceReign	Media Works (Starlight Marry)	1999	raster
Super Robot Taisen F Kanketsuhen	Banpresto	1999		"Kanketsuhen" essentially means "conclusion". [Jacquismo]
Farland Saga ~Toki no Michishirube~	TGL	1999	raster	Entrihi Island has healed from the damage caused by the conflict that occurred on the island eight years ago, and traffic to and from the continent has become more active. There was a girl on board the boat. Her name is Karin. After losing her parents in the war, she lived with her grandfather, but her grandfather also passed away, leaving her alone for the rest of her life. She swore on her grandfather's grave. ``I'll raise the flag on the continent and show it to you!'' Eventually, the continent appears beyond the horizon. The ship's destination is Atlanta, one of the largest cities and trading cities on the continent. It is from this city that the strange adventures of the bright and energetic tomboy magician Karin begin.
Super Robot Taisen Complete Box	Banpresto	1999
Slayers Royal 2	ESP;Kadokawa Shoten (Onion Egg)	1999	textured polygons
Spectral Force: Lovely Wickedness	Idea Factory	1999	textured polygons	Fantasy world, "Neverland" picture scrolls depicting the war of simulation RPG "Spectral Force" series. The axis of the main character Simba, will adorn the magnificent story of quirky characters we climb to 180 people. Etc. Three years after the previous stage, be jumbled together 40 countries, multiplied by the hegemonic war begins again!
Front Mission 3	Squaresoft;Electronic Arts (Squaresoft)	1999	textured polygons	Using a turn-based combat system; the player controls giant fighting robots called "wanzers" in order to fulfill mission objectives or to defeat foes in mechanical warafre. Robots can be continually upgraded by purchasing or scavenging new weapons/armor/computers/ect. This game takes a new approach to increasing the depth of the game creating the Double Feature Scenario which allows the player to choose one of two completely different character viewpoint within the same general plot of the game.*It is the year 2112, ten years after Front Mission Second. Kazuki Takemura, a student and test pilot for Kirishima Industries and his friend Ryogo Kusama are delivering Wanzers, giant battle machines, to a military base when a mysterious incident leads both characters into an unexpected turn of events. The incident at the JDF base has now drawn both Kazuki and Ryogo into a global conspiracy. Front Mission 3 features turn-based combat in a massive strategic adventure with 2 different scenarios and over 150 hours of gameplay. Take control of giant battle machines, upgrading them with better components, weapons, and computers. Search for clues through in-game 'internet' and 'e-mail' systems while plotting your moves on detailed, fully 3D environment maps.*IN FM3, battles are fought using Wanzers, which are quite realistic combat robots [unlike Gundams, etc]. This is a strategy RPG set mainly around the Asia/Pacific rim in the near future. There are 2 unique seperate storylines stemming from a single decision. [Haoie]
Arc the Lad III	Sony Computer Entertainment (ARC Entertainment;Japan Studio)	1999	textured polygons	The latest instalment in the"arczalad"series, which was born on the PlayStation and has been a smash hit, is finally here. As a "sound and light RPG", this series which has been proud of overwhelming graphics and sound, further evolve. The beautiful CG movie, this time, the taste of 20 illustrations intact 3D character appeared. The characters are full of personality and they move around the screen. While the battle followed the"field battle system", the production of the special effects was further polished. This fall, the world of the new"arczalad", the biggest story of the fall, which of course to the fans up to the previous work, new fans, the story of the fans also convinced from the anime.*Japanese version [31]*First released in Japan only, the game was re-released on 7th April 2002 in the United States, in a box titled "Arc the Lad Collection" that included [game=#10994]Arc the Lad[/game], [game=#101860]Arc the Lad II[/game], [game=#20513]Arc the Lad III[/game], [game=#101861]Arc the Lad Monster Arena[/game], a CD of the making-of, a full-color book with instructions for every games and an "Omake Box" that included some goodies. The CD included in this Arc the Lad Collection box are the only way to play to these four games in english as they were never released outside of Japan individually.
Vandal Hearts II	Konami	1999	raster	In a medieval world where knights and magic are very much alive, a story is about to unfold in a compelling mix of human drama and the struggle for desire and honor in this all-new turn-based strategy game that rockets the genre to new heights! With a striking new feature, weapons, armor and other items level-up as they are used, and it's these combinations that dictate a character's warrior class. Additionally, a new "simultaneous turn-based system" lets the computer move at the same time as the player-keeping the tension high as players attempt to outguess the computer's strategy! With over 120 different weapons and armor to choose from, each with their own imbedded secret moves, Mind-blowing spell and specialized attack animations and a complex, engrossing storyline Vandal Hearts 2 speaks straight to every RPG'ers heart!***Excellent tactical rpg game. The combat is done using a Dual-Turn System: the system permits both cpu and player to move a unit simultaneously.
Dai-2-Ji Super Robot Taisen	Banpresto	1999	raster
Koudelka	SNK;Infogrames (Sacnoth)	1999	textured polygons	On Halloween, 1898, a troubled yet determined medium named Koudelka is driven by the spirit of an unknown woman to the ominous Nemeton monastery. Once a place of worship, it evolved into a prison where the sentenced died horrible deaths. There, along with Edward, the adventurer, and James, the bishop, she will discover horror, danger, and adventure in the ruined and haunted abbey. Either they will solve their mysterious quests, or they will die trying.***Adventure and horror go hand in hand, in the game Koudelka. As you lead a party of three unique characters into a haunted abbey, you'll have to solve mysterious puzzles, and take part in dangerous quests. In this third-person epic, you'll need to develop your characters and unravel the gruesome past that surrounds the abbey. [R2D2-A]
Dai-3-Ji Super Robot Taisen	Banpresto	1999
Super Robot Taisen EX	Banpresto	2000
Vanguard Bandits	Human;Working Designs (Human)	2000
Super Robot Taisen α	Banpresto	2000		In this Strategy adventure you're given control of a group of pint-sized robots. This game features turn-based combat that spans across the galaxy. It's your job to lead these bizarre robots to victory in futuristic game. The battlefields are vast, and complex and change dramatically from planet to planet. [R2D2-A]
Black/Matrix Cross	NEC Interchannel (Flight-Plan)	2000	raster
Volfoss	Namco	2001	raster
Super Robot Taisen α Gaiden	Banpresto	2001	raster	A big hit with "a Super Robot Wars" sequel appeared to enjoy a side story. "Mobile New Century Gundam X" and "Xabungle" and a new race. Allegations that follow from both the allies' security guard action "and added," proficiency "by improving the system, such as by varying degrees of difficulty, each can enjoy a game even more profound.
Tear Ring Saga Yutona Eiyū Senki	enterbrain (Tirnanog)	2001	raster	A deep setting / scenario chosen based on myths and fantasy is a strategy simulation game that makes the character stand out. There are dramas for each of the 60 characters alone on ally alone, and as you play, there is a charm that gradually draws into the world of emblem saga. In terms of system, we also adopt new attempts as simulation RPG, such as battle mode, three-dimensional scenario with two corps.***Rare Japanese SRPG similar to the [gametag=fireemblem]Fire Emblem[/gametag] series. Similarities were so distinct that [company=Nintendo]Nintendo[/company] filed a lawsuit against both publisher and developer, but the lawsuit was thrown out the Japanese courts. Unofficial English translation in progress: [url=http://www.ayashii.com/tear/]www.ayashii.com/tear[/url] [cjlee001]
Hoshigami: Ruining Blue Earth	Atlus (MaxFive)	2001	raster, textured polygons, mixed	Join Fazz and his Ixian comrades in an epic battle against an angry bunch of humans. The Ixians were leading a perfectly peaceful existence in the land of Mardias, but an Earthling invasion has lead to many years of war and broken truces. This unique role-playing extravaganza allows you to play in a turn-based Battle setting or a strategy-heavy World Map mode. With awesome graphics, tons of intriguing characters, and plenty of cutscenes to keep the story moving, this is an epic battle that's worthy of a spot in your library.
Saiyuki: Journey West	Koei (KOEI)	2001	raster, textured polygons, mixed	As a young Buddhist monk in China, you've never had much cause for adventure in your sedentary life. Your life becomes very exciting when Lady Kannon, one of heaven's six guardians, suddenly contacts you. Journeying through immense 3D maps, you'll meet up with a host of amazing personalities in your search for the remaining five guardians of heaven. The object of the game is to bring the entire group to India; you'll need all of the magic, weaponry, and reflexes you can drum up.***Based on a popular Chinese myth, Saiyuki, is one of the last great strategy/ RPG's to appear on the PSX. With gameplay similar to Final Fantasy Tactics, Saiyuki tells the story of Sanzo as he makes his way from China to India and back. Both strategy and RPG fans will appreciate Saiyuki's incredible balance between story and gameplay. You'll recruit supporting characters throughout the game, which will help mold your character's skills and abilities.
Arc the Lad Collection	Working Designs (ARC Entertainment)	2002	raster

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