Front Mission 2

• Release Date: 1997
• Genre: Strategy
• Style: 3D Turn-Based Strategy

Game Description

Squaresoft, the name synonymous with the likes of a well known RPG called Final Fantasy has delved into another genre. This time, Squaresoft tackles the strategy/simulation genre with their latest title called Front Mission 2. In Front Mission 2, gamers take control of a group of mercenary mechs called Wanzers who are in the midst of an ongoing war between two countries for independence. Gameplay consists of players controlling a unit of these Wanzers into the battle field where they are presented with a wide variety of different tactics and strategies to engage the enemy with. Long range attacks and one-on-one battles are only the beginning of the long list of strategies available. Front Mission 2 utilizes the same game engine that Squaresoft's Final Fantasy VII used to bring fully polygonal fighters and battlefields to the screen. Front Mission 2 is for one player only.

Review: Overall

With such long standing series as the world famous Final Fantasy series, as well as establishing themselves in other genres such as the Tobal series and even the Final Fantasy Tactics title, Squaresoft definitely has a long list of quality gaming in several genres. With that said, it's no surprise that their latest title, Front Mission 2, is another star-quality title.

To begin with, Front Mission 2 is an import title, for the time being. However, most of the game's important features, such as the menu system, etc., is presented in English. So importers feel free. Now, if you're willing to accept those standards, then you'll be treated to a very well developed strategy/simulation title. Front Mission 2 throws players in the heat of an independence battle between two feuding countries. The gamer controls a unit of mercenary mechs called Wanzers that are aiding in the war.

Gameplay is broken down into a turn-based system utilizing the same graphical engine found in Squaresoft's Final Fantasy VII. This makes for some really great visuals and gameplay. The graphics are nice and detailed, everything from the mechs themselves to the landscape is really nice looking. When you get into the heat of battle, the camera switches and gives you a larger view for fighting, instead of from a distance. Very nice as well.

Also in the big 'YES' department is the audio quality. Not only does Front Mission 2 feature a well-composed score, but also features some speaker-thumping sound effects. Long-range missile scream across the screen and explode with a fiery beauty. Some of the best audio seen in a game lately.

Gameplay wise, Front Mission 2 succeed at being a top-notch sim/strategy title. You'll be thanking Squaresoft for the time and effort they put into this title. Along with that, you'll more than likely be blessing them out after you lose a two-hour battle, which by the way can become common. You are presented with an array of different strategies to engage against the enemy with. While I'm short on space, those included are long-range missile attacks and one-on-one battles where decisive maneuvering can mean the difference between sweet victory and aganizing defeat.

If you have the money and time, pick up Front Mission 2. It's well worth the price of admission.

Review: Enjoyment

Although Front Mission 2 is a difficult strategy/simulation title, those gamers who stick with it will find there is an excellent title at its core.

Review: Graphics

Nice polygon models and overall look is clean.

Review: Sound

Excellent sound. Missiles rip through the screen and mechs stomp across bullet-ridden battlefields. Very nice.

Review: Replay Value

With a wide variety of missions, {*Front Mission 2} has a lot to offer gamers.

Review: Documentation

Booklet covers most everything

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