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Review of Brigandine: Legend of Forsena on PlayStation

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Nov 1998
Cover image of Brigandine: Legend of Forsena on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 13 Nov 1998
Genre: Turn-based strategy, Tactical role-playing
Developer: Hearty Robin
Publisher: Atlus

Introduction

Welcome to Brigandine: Legend of Forsena, where you can live out your wildest dreams of becoming a glorified estate manager with epic battles in a fantasy world! It's a turn-based strategy game that made waves in the late '90s and is here to remind you why tactical RPGs are as addictive as potato chips for your brain. You get castles, knights, and enough fictional monsters to make any dungeon master green with envy. So grab your controller, it's time to conquer or be conquered - preferably not the latter, because embarrassing defeats suck.

Gameplay

In Brigandine, you get to choose from six different nations, each with its own unique cast of characters (we're talking knights, dragons, and mysterious cupcakes with eye stalks). The gameplay is split into two modes: Preparation and Battle. During the Preparation phase, when you're not plotting your victory over rival nations, you can organize your troops, summon monsters, and send your knights on quests that most likely involve rescuing cats from trees or taking the royal dog for a walk. Yes, there's a chance your knight might genuinely trip over a monster while trying to save a kitten. The Attack phase is where the real fun begins - or the panic if you've messed up your Preparations. You can engage enemy troops, defend your castles or just practice how to look cool while retreating. Pro tip: Don't forget to consider your troop's Rune Power, or you might end up sending a bunch of toddlers (okay, not actual toddlers, but you get the idea) into battle against a dragon.

Graphics

Now, let's talk visuals! When it comes to graphics, it's about as charming as a late '90s RPG can be. Imagine a world where polygons run rampant and sprites dance like nobody's watching. Graphic fidelity? Let's just say it's taken a break in the back row while it waits for its next upgrade. The castle sprites spark a certain nostalgia - a warmth akin to a cozy sweater, if your sweater was made of pixels instead of wool. If you squint just right, you can almost see the charm in those blocky characters dodging about. But hey, if you're looking for photorealistic graphics, you might also look for WiFi at a Renaissance Fair. Essentially, it's quaint, lovely, and it fills you up with memories of when video games were a real experience, not just a social media page!

Conclusion

Brigandine: Legend of Forsena is a gem that offers not just strategic depth but classic RPG charm without the baggage of over-the-top realism. It's got castles, monsters, a sprinkle of drama, and one of the best ways to procrastinate since the invention of the snooze button. If you're a fan of strategic planning and have always wanted to see what it feels like to be an overlord of fictional lands with magical creatures, this game is made for you. So, grab your knight's helmet, gather your monsters, and go on a quest to become the best (or at least moderately competent) ruler of Forsena! A solid 8.5 out of 10 because let's face it, sometimes we need a little reminder that not all heroes wear capes - some sit on couches and manage armies.

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