Description

"Tenka Seiha" is a mythical fighting game released for the Sega Saturn console, eagarly taking players into an ancient Eastern fantasy world where warriors possess unique magic powers and engage in intense battles for supremacy. Developed by Sunsoft, and known for its distinctive blend of mythology-based backstory and combat mechanics, the game was released in the late 1990s. Players choose from among a roster of diverse characters, each with their own elaborate backstory and magical abilities, contributing to an engaging narrative. The game's mechanics are driven by a combination of traditional fighting moves along with special magical powers that can be executed through unique button combinations.

"Tenka Seiha" stands out in the Saturn library for its lush, vibrant sprites and detailed backgrounds that effectively utilize the Saturn's graphic capabilities. Gameplay involves strategic use of both melee attacks and long-range magic spells, demanding that players balance offense and defense in real-time duels. Critical to the game's legacy was its approach to integrating a complex story mode which was rather unusual for fighting games of that time, involving intricate plots that weave together the fighters' histories and motives for battling. Additionally, its soundtrack, full of traditional Eastern instruments coupled with modern musical compositions, helped to solidify its place as a memorable title for the Sega Saturn.