Description

"Kidou Senshi Gundam: Giren no Yabou - Kouryaku Shireisho," developed for the Sega Saturn, is a complex and engaging strategy game set in the popular Gundam universe, specifically during the One Year War between the Earth Federation and the Principality of Zeon. Players delve into the expansive lore of the Gundam series, taking either side in the conflict with the ultimate goal of achieving domination over the other. The game combines strategic military simulation with management elements, allowing players to control resource management, production of mobile suits, and deployment of forces. As players progress, they can unlock various mobile suits and other military assets, which play crucial roles in the turn-based combat scenarios that are central to the gameplay.

The game, released exclusively in Japan in 1998, became well-known among Gundam enthusiasts for its detailed approach to the franchise's storyline and its challenging strategy gameplay. It requires players to make tactical decisions, from choosing the right units for particular battles to managing the economic aspects of warfare. "Giren no Yabou" also features multiple story paths and outcomes, significantly influenced by players' decisions, adding to its replay value. Its depth in strategy, combined with its faithful adherence to the Gundam series, made it a cherished title among fans of the series and strategy games alike, though its complexity and comprehensive need for understanding Japanese can pose a challenge for non-Japanese speakers.