Description

"Devicereign" is a tactical role-playing game developed and published by Atlas for the Sega Saturn, released exclusively in Japan in 1997. Set in a futuristic world where technology and magic coexist, the game invites players to explore vast landscapes and engage in intricate turn-based battles. The story revolves around a group of young heroes who are determined to thwart a malevolent empire's plan to control an ancient technology capable of devastating power. Players maneuver a squad of characters, each with unique abilities and spells, across grid-based maps to battle foes and solve puzzles that impact the game’s branching storyline.

The gameplay in "Devicereign" was notable for its complexity and depth. Characters could be customized with various tech and magical artifacts, allowing for a wide range of tactical combinations and strategies. The game also featured a unique communication system where players could interact with their team members to improve relationships and thus, their performance in battle. Despite its positive reception in terms of game mechanics and story depth, "Devicereign" remained a niche title, primarily due to its release late in the Sega Saturn's life cycle and the dominance of other RPGs at the time. Today, it is remembered by fans and collectors as a hidden gem that showcased the innovative spirit of its era.