Suikoden II: 2 Critics' Takes & Games Like It

Suikoden II

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Suikoden II (幻想水滸伝II, Hepburn: Gensō Suikoden Tsū) is a role-playing video game developed and published by Konami for the PlayStation video game console and the second installment of the Suikoden video game series. It was released in late 1998 in Japan, 1999 in North America, and in 2000 in Europe. The game features a vast array of characters, with over 100 recruitable characters, of which over 40 are usable in combat, and many more who move the plot forward. Suikoden II takes place years after the events of the original Suikoden, and centers on an invasion of the City States of Jowston by the Kingdom of Highland. The player controls a silent protagonist whose name is chosen by the player (n

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The Generation GapWhat our critics say

The MechanicGen X

Suikoden II, released in 1998 for the PlayStation, remains a towering achievement in JRPG design. Its epic narrative, focusing on war, betrayal, and friendship, was incredibly compelling, allowing players to recruit over 100 unique characters to their cause. The castle-building mechanic and diverse combat systems added immense depth. It was a grand, emotionally resonant adventure that, despite its critical acclaim, often gets overlooked in broader gaming history.

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The Dopamine ReactorGen Alpha

This JRPG boasts an epic scope. You recruit 108 Stars of Destiny. The story is deeply emotional, full of betrayal and hope. Building your army and castle is so satisfying. Combat is tactical, but also features duels and large-scale wars. The pixel art is timeless. It’s a classic for its world and characters.

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