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Front Mission 2
Front Mission 2Engage in tactical mecha warfare and navigate a gripping political conspiracy.
Super Robot Taisen: Original Generation 2
Super Robot Taisen: Original Generation 2Command elite mech pilots to save Earth from new alien threats.
Overview
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Front Mission 2 is a tactical role-playing game developed by G-Craft and published by Square, placing players in the middle of a gritty futuristic military conflict. You command squads of giant customizable combat vehicles known as Wanzers across grid-based battlefields, making critical strategic decisions during tense turn-based combat encounters. Set in the fictional Aloris region, the story follows multiple protagonists caught up in a military coup. Players must manage pilot skills, upgrade Wanzer components like arms, legs, and shoulders, and balance loadouts to overcome diverse tactical challenges and enemy formations throughout the campaign.

Peace settles after a brutal war, but new forces rise to threaten humanity once again. Lead the brightest pilots and their powerful mechs in a tactical showdown to protect the planet.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Turn-Based Strategy
Turn-Based Strategy
Best for
Tactical RPG and mecha strategy enthusiasts
Tactical RPG fans
Specifications
Specifications
developer
G-Craft
Banpresto
publisher
Square, Square Enix
Atlus, Banpresto, 505 Games
age rating
ESRB E10+
ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
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80/100
General
release date
1997-09-25
2005-02-03
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep and rewarding Wanzer customization options
  • Engaging grid-based tactical combat mechanics
  • Complex and mature military storyline
  • Multiple character perspectives enriching the lore
  • Deep tactical combat with diverse mech options
  • Rich branching storyline adds replay value
  • High‑quality animations enhance battle immersion
  • Single‑player focus delivers a cohesive narrative
Cons
  • High difficulty curve can be punishing for newcomers
  • Pacing of animations and movement can feel slow by modern standards
  • Limited to single-player offline campaigns
  • Limited to single‑player mode, no multiplayer
  • Older graphics may feel dated compared to modern titles
  • Steep learning curve for newcomers to tactical RPGs
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