Description

"Shinseiki Evangelion," released for the Sega Saturn in 1996, is a video game adaptation based on the popular anime series "Neon Genesis Evangelion." Developed by SEGA and published by Gainax, the game invites players into the post-apocalyptic universe where they must battle formidable Angels using the massive bio-mechanical mechs known as Evangelions. The game predominantly features an adventure visual novel format interspersed with action-packed battle sequences. During gameplay, players navigate through various story arcs, making decisions that influence the course of the narrative and their relationships with other characters, closely mirroring the psychological and emotional layers prevalent in the anime series.

The game's unique appeal lies in its combination of narrative depth and interactive combat sessions. Players control the protagonist Shinji Ikari, along with other pilots like Rei Ayanami and Asuka Langley Soryu, engaging in strategic battles that require careful planning and quick reflexes. The combat system in "Shinseiki Evangelion" was innovative for its time, leveraging the Sega Saturn's capabilities to present both first-person and side-scrolling battle perspectives. This game is notable not only for its faithful adaptation of the anime's storyline, including its complex characters and dramatic plot twists but also for contributing to the multimedia Evangelion franchise that spans television, film, and various other gaming platforms. Its release on the Sega Saturn helped to cement the console's reputation as a home for quality anime-based games, enriching the gaming landscape of the mid-90s.