Suikoden Tactics

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Konami
  • Release Date: Nov 8, 2005
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8.3

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  • Summary: Suikoden Tactics is an all-new installment in the Suikoden universe. Told through the eyes of Kyril, a young adventurer investigating the sudden appearance of hideous creatures in the Island Nations, Suikoden Tactics unfolds another perspective to the events of "Suikoden IV" and players willSuikoden Tactics is an all-new installment in the Suikoden universe. Told through the eyes of Kyril, a young adventurer investigating the sudden appearance of hideous creatures in the Island Nations, Suikoden Tactics unfolds another perspective to the events of "Suikoden IV" and players will discover the secrets of the legendary Rune Cannons. Suikoden Tactics blends classic Suikoden and RPG elements with tactical strategy gameplay with a host of new features and game mechanics. Balloon Icon System reduces the complexity so players of all skill levels can pick up and play. Ground Elemental System gives attributes to surfaces that affect the outcome of battle. Real time rendered story events with full voice-overs unfold as Kyril goes through his adventure. Combine the powers of numerous characters in battle with the 'Combination Attack' system as they build friendship with one another. Over 80 controllable characters from the Suikoden world. 25 battle scenarios with highly detailed battle environments. Modify your characters' skills, upgrade weapons and trade items to customize your team members. Play mini-games and hidden modes to find rare items, battle special bosses and play through multiple side quests. [Konami]… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 31
  3. Negative: 2 out of 31
  1. RPG Fan
    90
    I wish the game had been a bit longer, but there is a new game+ option, and I didn't manage to get everything the first time around, so there should be some good replay value in it for me.
  2. PGNx Media
    80
    Works very well for newcomers to the genre. Experienced gamers may be disappointed to find some concessions made to appease to a larger audience. Despite that, the accessibility, length, and challenge are good enough to recommend to gamers in both sides of the fence.
  3. Worth Playing
    77
    Interested players new to the genre would likely enjoy Suikoden Tactics, except it comes off as a straight sequel to a mediocre RPG which was itself a sequel to three underappreciated RPGs – and this game is much more enjoyable if you know the mythos.
  4. Gamezilla!
    70
    Personally, I would have liked a slightly more complex gameplay but what’s here works well enough.
  5. GameZone
    66
    You’ll easily drag yourself to play this twice to make sure you beat the entire game and completed everything. Whether you enjoy it both times is a whole different question.
  6. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    60
    Gameplay works when it's not broken, but awful story scenes and graphics make for boring stretches. [Dec 2005, p.118]
  7. WHAM! Gaming
    25
    Aside from being full of useless exposition about Rune Cannons and the various empires in these Island Nations, the story doesn't even make much sense.

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  1. JimbaFagen
    Oct 19, 2005
    9
    Suikoden is a unique brand, and has a unique, mellow, refined charm that only some will appriciate. Time for the FFTactics comparisons to end,Suikoden is a unique brand, and has a unique, mellow, refined charm that only some will appriciate. Time for the FFTactics comparisons to end, folks. Branch out and discover the magic of Langrisser, Fire Emblem, Ogre Battle Saga, and Suikoden Tactics.

    By the way, be weary of the PSM review. It spoils a very large part of the plot in one single, tactless sentence.    … Expand
  2. shootingstars99
    Aug 4, 2019
    5
    Somewhat forgettable tactics game. It has a charm to it at first, but loses it quickly. Does not help that it is a spin off of what I wouldSomewhat forgettable tactics game. It has a charm to it at first, but loses it quickly. Does not help that it is a spin off of what I would consider the weakest entry to the Suikoden franchise. Maybe good for super hardcore fans, but other than that, it is an average tactics game.… Expand

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