Yokoyama Mitsuteru Sangokushi (1992)
Yokoyama Mitsuteru Sangokushi is a strategy game developed by Angel and published by Angel for the Super Famicom, released on June 10, 1992. The game is based on the manga Sangokushi by Mitsuteru Yokoyama, which is a retelling of the classic Chinese historical novel Romance of the Three Kingdoms. The game combines turn-based strategy with RPG elements, where players take control of a warlord and attempt to unify China through diplomacy, warfare, and management. Angel, known for their licensed games, brought their expertise in manga and anime adaptations to this title.
Gameplay and Strategic Management
Yokoyama Mitsuteru Sangokushi is a turn-based strategy game where players manage their kingdom by appointing officers, developing agriculture and commerce, building armies, and engaging in diplomacy with other factions. The game features a map of ancient China with various regions and cities, each with its own resources and strategic importance. Players can command armies in large-scale battles that simulate troop movements, morale, and terrain effects.
The game features a cast of characters from the manga, including Liu Bei, Cao Cao, Sun Quan, and Zhuge Liang, each with unique stats and abilities. The game's story follows the events of the Three Kingdoms period, with branching paths and multiple endings based on the player's decisions. The game's visual style is detailed and colorful, with character portraits inspired by Yokoyama's manga art. The soundtrack features traditional Chinese-inspired music that enhances the historical atmosphere.
Yokoyama Mitsuteru Sangokushi received positive reviews for its strategic depth and faithful adaptation of the manga, becoming a popular title among fans of the series and strategy game enthusiasts.