Description

"MeltyLancer: Ginga Shoujo Keisatsu 2086" is a strategy and role-playing game released in 1996 for the Sega Saturn console by Imagineer, standing out during the era of expanding anime-styled video games. Players dive into a richly woven narrative set in the year 2086, where they take charge of a group of female law enforcement officers known as the "MeltyLancers." These officers are tasked with maintaining peace across different galaxies, facing off against various threats, both terrestrial and alien. The game combines elements of tactical combat with a strong story-driven approach, allowing players to engage deeply with the characters’ backstories and interpersonal dynamics within the team.

The gameplay mechanics in "MeltyLancer: Ginga Shoujo Keisatsu 2086" incorporate turn-based strategy with elements of real-time decision making, making it both a test of tact and reflexes. Players navigate through a series of missions, each with unique objectives and challenges that require careful planning and deployment of team members who possess distinct skills and abilities. The visual presentation of the game, characterized by colorful 2D sprites and vibrant environments, captures the anime aesthetic of the mid-90s. Despite being relatively obscure outside of Japan, "MeltyLancer" garnered enough popularity to inspire a six-episode OVA (Original Video Animation), contributing to its small yet loyal fanbase and marking its significance in the world of classic strategy video games.