Description

"Kidou Senshi Gundam Gaiden II: Ao wo Uketsugu Mono" (機動戦士ガンダム外伝II 蒼を受け継ぐ者), translated as "Mobile Suit Gundam Side Story II: The Successor of the Blue," is a tactical role-playing game developed and published by Bandai for the Sega Saturn in 1997. The game is set in the expansive universe of the Gundam series, specifically focusing on the events and battles of the One Year War, but from a unique perspective outside the main storyline. Players control a pilot from the Earth Federation Forces who commands a team of mobile suits in various missions against the opposing Zeon forces. The game features detailed mech customization, where players can upgrade and modify their units, adapting to different combat scenarios and opponent strategies.

The game is notable for its use of the Sega Saturn console's capabilities to present impressive 3D graphics and animations for mobile suit combat, setting it apart from its predecessor and other contemporary games. Each mission is accompanied by narrative elements that deepen the storyline, offering interactions with other characters that influence the plot's direction. Strategic thinking is essential, as players must manage resources, choose suitable mobile suits for the mission at hand, and position their units effectively to exploit enemy weaknesses. "Kidou Senshi Gundam Gaiden II: Ao wo Uketsugu Mono" remains a beloved entry in the Gundam series, celebrated for its in-depth gameplay and faithful representation of the Gundam universe's complexity and drama.

Gameplay

Kidou Senshi Gundam Gaiden II: Ao wo Uketsugu Mono - Gameplay

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