Vanguard Bandits

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8.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 32 Ratings

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  • Summary: In a world where technology and mythology are one, a young rebel and his ragtag crew are unwittingly drawn into a holy war being waged by the bloodthirsty General Faulkner and his mercenary forces. Guide the charasmatic Bastion as he realizes his destiny to lead the rebellion against theIn a world where technology and mythology are one, a young rebel and his ragtag crew are unwittingly drawn into a holy war being waged by the bloodthirsty General Faulkner and his mercenary forces. Guide the charasmatic Bastion as he realizes his destiny to lead the rebellion against the Junaris Kingdom, and to save the people of his world from an eternity of oppression. Lead powerful squadrons of robotic warriors into battle and take complete command of their actions. Smite your foes with cleaving swords, piercing spears, and sizzling magic spells. Use the terrain to your advantage and maneuver your forces into superior combat positions. Witness the results of your tactical decisions in glorious 3D combat sequences.… Expand
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Critic Reviews

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  2. Mixed: 5 out of 5
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  1. PSX Nation
    67
    Not even Working Designs' loving attention to minite detail can hide the average-at-best strategy RPG elements of "Vanguard Bandits".
  2. IGN
    65
    It's well-done insofar as it does exactly what it's expected to do, and it scores points in a way for doing something hardly anyone else bothers with anymore, but I doubt anyone who doesn't happen to have an interest in the genre it occupies should have any interest in it at all.
  3. GameSpot
    62
    The game often shows its age, especially graphically, but never feels antique; what it lacks in visual style it makes up with charm.
  4. All Game Guide
    60
    The colorful manual includes a Strategy Guide as well as comprehensive details on the combat, exploration, and role-playing aspects of Vanguard Bandits.
  5. TotalGames.net
    50
    Essentially, Vanguard Bandits is a series of battles linked via a fairly tedious story line. This could have been acceptable if the battles themselves were well implemented but sadly they’re not.

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  1. NathanS.
    May 7, 2006
    10
    Vangaurd Bandits is one of the best games Iv'e ever had the privalage of playing. It challenged my tactical skills more than any other Vangaurd Bandits is one of the best games Iv'e ever had the privalage of playing. It challenged my tactical skills more than any other game I've ever played.The first time through I died three times and wound up at the bad ending! I was so mad! Then I reallized that there was more than one branch. This is my fovorite game out of my selection of 87. I would and have recomend this game to every gamer I know.… Expand
  2. henrimelo00
    Dec 22, 2014
    10
    The best tactics game I ever played. It's so amazing that I don't tire of playing it. It's a beautiful game, and exciting game. Give it aThe best tactics game I ever played. It's so amazing that I don't tire of playing it. It's a beautiful game, and exciting game. Give it a chance, you'll love it too.… Expand
  4. LeonMagnusC
    Jun 6, 2021
    10
    Love the game. one of the best tactics game in PS1. lots of lovable character, great music, great story with lots of branches. Makes you wannaLove the game. one of the best tactics game in PS1. lots of lovable character, great music, great story with lots of branches. Makes you wanna replay the game to complete all the story lines.… Expand
  5. Dark_Horse
    Nov 21, 2017
    10
    Одна из лучших игр на Sony Playstation One сравнится с ней может только Front Mission 3
    остальные игры в жанре пошаговой стратегии не    Одна из лучших игр на Sony Playstation One сравнится с ней может только Front Mission 3
    остальные игры в жанре пошаговой стратегии не настолько хороши, что бы упоминать их рядом с этой игрой.    … Expand
  6. DishBish
    Dec 17, 2014
    10
    If you love Turn Based Strategy games, this game is for you. I've played it 10 years ago and still amazes me how beautiful the combat andIf you love Turn Based Strategy games, this game is for you. I've played it 10 years ago and still amazes me how beautiful the combat and story is. Detailed customize on stats, gettings ATACs and different story routes are simply amazing. ALSO FUK DA FAULKNER~… Expand
  7. Errtai
    Dec 16, 2019
    9
    One of the best games ever on PS1. Never heard a game with such amazing music.
  8. Evolwolf
    Jun 15, 2021
    9
    Multiple endings, good strategy game requiring team support rather than omega power program, above average characters, and fun story.

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