Kidou Senshi Gundam: Cross Dimension 0079 (1994)
Kidou Senshi Gundam: Cross Dimension 0079 (literally "Mobile Suit Gundam: Cross Dimension 0079") is a strategy game developed and published by Bandai for the Super Famicom, released on December 22, 1994. It is based on the classic Mobile Suit Gundam anime series, and is a turn-based strategy game set in the One Year War, where players command a squad of mobile suits, engaging in tactical battles. Bandai, the master of Gundam licensed games, brought their expertise to this title, creating a game that was both faithful to the series and strategically engaging.
Gameplay and Strategy Mechanics
Kidou Senshi Gundam: Cross Dimension 0079 is a turn-based strategy game where players command a squad of mobile suits, including the iconic Gundam, on a grid-based battlefield. The game features a deep combat system, with unit stats, terrain advantages, and special abilities affecting the outcome of battles. The game's story follows an original narrative set in the One Year War, with players participating in key battles and making strategic decisions. The game also features a "development" system, where players can upgrade their mobile suits and weapons by collecting resources.
The game's visual style is detailed and colorful, with large, expressive SD sprites and detailed battlefield backgrounds. The soundtrack features remixes of the iconic Gundam themes.
Kidou Senshi Gundam: Cross Dimension 0079 received positive reviews for its strategic depth and faithful adaptation, becoming a popular title among Gundam fans. It remains a nostalgic classic for fans of the franchise and a solid entry in Bandai's strategy game catalog.