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Review of Kidou Senshi Gundam: Giren no Yabou- Zeon no Keifu on PlayStation

by Jay Aborro Jay Aborro photo Jan 2000
Cover image of Kidou Senshi Gundam: Giren no Yabou- Zeon no Keifu on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 01 Jan 2000
Genre: Turn-based strategy
Developer: Bandai
Publisher: Bandai

Introduction

In a world where giant robots roam, and political intrigue is as common as a poorly timed meme, Kidou Senshi Gundam: Giren no Yabou - Zeon no Keifu rolls onto the PlayStation. This turn-based strategy game lets you dive deep into the epic One Year War, commanding either the Federation or the Principality of Zeon. Grab your keyboard, put on your best Char Aznable voice, and prepare to strategize your way to galactic supremacy!

Gameplay

The premise is simple yet engaging. With 150 turns at your disposal, your goal is to obliterate your foes-or outmaneuver them politically for a scenario victory. Yes, you can alter the timeline to prevent catastrophic events, which is basically gaming's version of saying, 'Time travel is cool, but can we make a better choice?' In addition, you have to manage resources, units, and political alliances like a strategic grandmaster. The battles take place on a hexagonal grid, with units being maneuvered like oversized chess pieces-albeit pieces that shoot lasers and have way cooler names.

Graphics

As for the visuals, calling them exceptional would be like saying Char Aznable is just a tad stylish-it truly misses the mark. Though limited by the PlayStation's hardware, the graphics maintain a certain aesthetic charm. Units have a quaint retro feel, though they might look like pixelated nightmares by today's standards. Still, one must remember that this was the era where anything that moved was seen as groundbreaking. You can practically feel the nostalgia radiating off the screen like a warm hug from your childhood.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Giren no Yabou - Zeon no Keifu offers a blend of tactical depth and imaginative storytelling, perfect for those who love strategy games sprinkled with a dose of Gundam lore. While it may not challenge the graphical sophistication of later titles, the sheer fun of commanding giant robots while whispering sweet nothings to your political allies (or plotting their doom) is undeniably gratifying. Grab this title if you're in the mood to plot, scheme, and yes, maybe even laugh maniacally as you send your enemies to their doom. Overall, this is a solid 8/10-a must-play for fans of strategic warfare and oversized mechs!

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