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A classic tactical RPG where you lead a growing roster of charming heroes through grid-based turn-based battles. The hunt for the stolen Jewels blends overworld exploration, character growth and a warm fantasy tale.
What defines Shining Force II:
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The closest matches for Shining Force II are Arc the Lad, Arc the Lad: Twilight of the Spirits and Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Shining Force II special – the reasons are listed right on each game.
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An early tactical RPG for the PlayStation in which young Arc gathers a growing party and fights grid-based, turn-based battles against a looming threat. A genre classic with a straightforward, linear story.
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Tactical depth
A tactical turn-based JRPG in which two heroes, one human and one Deimos, try to unite their estranged races amid a war over the Spirit Stones. Grid-based battles with a varied party drive the gameplay.
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Tactical depth
A tactical RPG in which Marona summons Phantoms and binds them to objects to fight for her. It offers lots of freedom in building and combining units, even merging them with Marona herself.
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Tactical depth
A tactical RPG on grid maps where you play a revived Divine Dragon and summon heroes from past Fire Emblem games as Emblems. The ring system makes battles flexible and aggressive, while the story stays classic and lighthearted.
92 % 14.79 €
Turn-based combat
A tactical RPG where elemental magic reacts with the environment, such as fire igniting grass. Using terrain and chain reactions is central to its turn-based battles.
92 %
A party of several characters
A classic JRPG following the mercenary Ryudo, with battles built around a visible initiative gauge where well-timed attacks can cancel and push back enemies. The fast, dynamic combat and its story of light versus darkness make it stand out even today.
92 %
Tactical depth
A comedic tactical RPG that continues Hour of Darkness, known for absurdly large numbers, deep character building and the new Monster Mounting system. It pairs grid-based battles with endless grinding and goofy demon charm.
92 %
A party of several characters
A classic JRPG following young Bracers Estelle and Joshua across the kingdom of Liberl. Tactical turn-based combat and a warm, character-focused story with political intrigue make it a beloved start to the Trails saga.
92 % 27.99 €
A party of several characters
The direct sequel continues Estelle and Joshua's journey with an epic, emotional story and a large, lovable cast. The refined turn-based combat with orbment magic adds tactical depth, while the world and its characters take center stage.
92 %
A party of several characters
A classic JRPG about a prince fighting to save his kingdom, where you recruit over 100 allies, grow your home base, and fight in turn-based battles and large-scale clashes. Its dense political story and the hunt for the 108 Stars of Destiny are the draw.