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Der Langrisser © 1995 Masaya
Der Langrisser is a critically acclaimed tactical RPG and a comprehensive remake/expansion of the original Langrisser (known as Warsong in North America). It is celebrated for its deep branching narrative, complex unit-class system, and the introduction of a sophisticated moral choice system that allows players to dictate the direction of the war, leading to multiple wildly different endings.
GAME ID: SHVC-ALGJ-JPN
BARCODE: 4988616008190
Released on June 30, 1995 (Friday) in Japan.
Pioneering Branching Narratives: Der Langrisser is widely regarded as one of the first strategy RPGs to fully realize the potential of player choice. By allowing players to abandon their original cause and join the ranks of the enemy, the game transforms from a typical "hero saves the world" story into a grim, multifaceted war epic where there is no objective "correct" path.
Mass-Combat Strategy: The core gameplay focuses on command-unit dynamics. The protagonist and other commanders act as force multipliers for groups of mercenary units. Managing the strengths and weaknesses of these mercenaries against enemy formations (a rock-paper-scissors system of infantry, cavalry, and archers) is the heart of the tactical experience.
The Musical Legacy: The soundtrack, composed by the legendary Noriyuki Iwadare, is frequently cited as one of the finest on the Super Famicom. Its sweeping, epic orchestral style was essential in building the game's sense of high-stakes, dramatic conflict.