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Review of Cyber Daisenryaku: Shutsugeki! Haruka-tai on PlayStation

by Jay Aborro Jay Aborro photo Feb 1999
Cover image of Cyber Daisenryaku: Shutsugeki! Haruka-tai on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 04 Feb 1999
Genre: Turn-based strategy
Developer: SystemSoft Alpha
Publisher: SystemSoft Alpha

Introduction

Step aside, Tic-Tac-Toe; the Cyber Daisenryaku series is here to remind us that strategy games can be as complex as trying to explain the rules of poker to your grandma who thinks 'bluff' is an urban dictionary term for doing yoga. Released on February 4, 1999, this title brings the Daisenryaku legacy into the cyberpunk realm, where military strategy meets flashy anime aesthetics. Get ready to engage in tactical warfare where every move counts, and ignoring your units will make you wish you had taken up knitting instead.

Gameplay

Cyber Daisenryaku: Shutsugeki! Haruka-tai operates on a turn-based strategy format, which means you have as much time to contemplate your life choices as the amount of time it takes to decide whether to order pizza or sushi when you're hangry. Players command a variety of futuristic units that are reminiscent of Japanese anime tech, which is essentially a visual buffet of over-the-top designs and outrageous abilities. Every battle is an elaborate chess game, where you'll face squadrons of units deploying laser beams and considering strategic advantages from various terrains. Don't even think of just rushing in; counters and positioning are critical unless you want to experience the heart-stopping feeling of your units getting demolished like they're part of a B-movie monster film.

Graphics

Upon launching this game, you're greeted with graphics that can only be described as a fever dream brought to life. The colors are vibrant, the animations are slick, and the backgrounds are detailed enough to make you feel like you've hopped straight into a 90s anime. The interface is somewhat reminiscent of a futuristic HUD, making you feel strategically important as you command your troops from high above. But, like a double-edged sword, this flashy design can occasionally lead to information overload. It's as if someone sprinkled neon glitter on your old calculator - stunning yet occasionally confusing.

Conclusion

Cyber Daisenryaku: Shutsugeki! Haruka-tai doesn't shy away from the complexities of strategic gaming and integrates them beautifully with its cyberpunk aesthetic. While it might not be for the faint-hearted or casual gamers out there, those willing to navigate its layered mechanics will find a rewarding experience that challenges your gray matter. Dive in, embrace the tactical madness, and maybe invest some time into understanding the rulebook - or at least brush up on your fast-food takeout options because you'll likely be stuck playing this one for a while. Overall, it earns a solid 8 out of 10 for providing a strategy experience that's engaging, visually stunning, and manages to keep your mind sharp even if your pupils dilate from all the neon.

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