Langrisser I and II for Nintendo Switch Game Review and Features

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1. Sean Verified Buyer – 12 October 2024

   I paid a premium to buy a copy of this new, even though I was going to end up opening it. I needed it for my collection and I missed my opportunity to buy it when it first came out. Since then, new copies from the North American region are expensive and hard to come by. I had Warsong on the Genesis and I loved that game, and I kick myself for selling it in the 90’s. Can’t wait to play an updated version. Never played the second one, but I played Re: Incarnation Tensei on 3ds. I was worried I might get a game from the wrong region, as I’ve had that happen to me before with hard to come by games, but this is the right region, with the ESRB rating. Box and box art are legit, no shenanigans. I’m fairly sure this is a new copy, though the cellophane was a bit rough for wear.
   

2. David Olivier Verified Buyer – 15 October 2024

   In theory, I shouldn’t like this game. The characters are bland. The controls are horrendous and there are so many easy quality of life features missing from that game to make it easier to control. There is no english voice acting. The story doesn’t seem to make much sense yet (about halfway through the first game)

   And yet I find this incredibly charming and a fun game to unwind to. I enjoy it very much, surprisingly.
   

3. Tamlane Verified Buyer – 4 March 2025

   Classic video games are a bit like wine. Some age well, while others just stink. And just like wine, it’s really wonderful when you discover something that is old, but refreshing, it carries you to your childhood, but is not pure nostalgia. There is something unique and enjoyable here… welcome to the world of Langrisser! It may surprise you to know that Langrisser was first released in North America on the Sega Genesis under the title of “Warsong” in 1991. Hard to believe, Langrisser is nearly 30 years old! Only the first game was released outside of Japan – until now. What exactly is “Langrisser”? While the game is certainly Japanese, the namesake and setting are European. In fact, the name “Langrisser” may be a reference to “Langres” which is a location in France. Conjectures aside, it is time to delve into the game… MUSIC ===== Even before you catch a glimpse of the cute little sprites that comprise your army, you will be slapped in the face and ears with 1980s-era electronic-Japanese-video-game-music and Oh, it is lovely! The score is by legendary Japanese composer Noriyuki Iwadare who also scored Lunar, Grandia, and other famous game series. Needless to say, prepare for an intense guitar-infused electronic treat! Of course, if the music is not for you (such a pity) you may turn it off (it is an option). However, the music really is one of the highlights of the game and series. The voice acting is likewise spot-on, and is in the original Japanese. While an English dub would have been appreciated, it does not detract from the game. As for sound effects such as swords-crossing-swords, they are all fine albeit nothing special. GRAPHICS ======== There was a point in time when large, cute, sprites, were the height of video game art, and Langrisser is from that period. Your characters are larger than life, colorful, and evoke classic Japanese anime. The characters themselves are as generic as fish in an aquarium. However, once again, that does not detract much from the game itself. Consequently, in the game you can use “modern” visuals for your characters, or “classic”. This does not change the game at all apart from the look of the characters in your party. That said, without doubt, you ABSOLUTELY should use “classic”. The original character art was drawn by famed manga artist Satoshi Urushihara, and each character truly looks unique and beautiful. By contrast, the modern rendition looks like it was drawn by some random high school student who had half an hour to kill between classes – YES, it is that devoid of life! Fortunately and without any difficulty, we can use the classic character art for both games! Apart from your characters, the rest of the graphics are reminiscent of the PS1, albeit in high definition, and are perfectly fine for the game. GAMEPLAY ========= Langrisser is a tactical role-playing game (TRPG). What differentiates it from other TRPGs is that you hire troops for each “commander” (character) in your army and then set-forth to conquer the level. The troops you hire are expendable. They will “disappear” at the end of each scenario (level), and in fact you do not have to hire any troops! You can go into battle without any backup and use only your commanders, or you can hire numerous troops to use! Depending on the class of your character, he or she may be able to hire quite a few troops, or very few. Also, every time you hire troops it costs money, and that money can run out if you are not careful. This adds a lot of strategy to the game. The main characters (commanders) also have different class trees and skills to unlock, as well as items they can wield to make them more formidable. Furthermore, scenarios are not always “defeat the enemy” and can range from “rescue” to “avoid” as well as other conditions. If you do perish in a scenario, all your experience is saved! So you never start from zero no matter what. That said, if you have played a TRPG before, you are likely to find this game on the easy side. However, this does not detract from the enjoyment of the game which in many ways is simple and refreshing… EXTRAS ====== Langrisser has numerous endings that all depend on choices you make during the game. One lovely thing about Langrisser is that you can go back and replay any level – and yet you keep all the experience and items you have! This allows you to experience different endings more quickly than starting from the beginning and from scratch. Also, it needs to be mentioned that this is actually Langrisser I plus II – Langrisser II was NEVER released outside of Japan! For the first time, the world gets to enjoy this classic TRPG. If you examine the picture I posted, you will notice that there was indeed a Limited Edition produced. Unfortunately, it was printed in low quantities and many people missed out on the extras that were included. Here is a list of what was originally included: -The Game (of course) -Visual (Art) Book (125 pages) -Art Cards -2 CD Soundtrack (updated score) -3 CD Soundtrack (original music from the original releases from 1991-1998) GOOD ===== +2 Classic Games including Langrisser II – released outside of Japan for the first time! + Lovely music! + Good voice acting, can use original character art! + Very fun and unique TRPG games! BAD === – Story is completely unoriginal and cliche (not a surprise). – No English dub. – Gameplay is rather simplistic and posses little challenge. – Surprisingly difficult to find, especially the North American limited edition. Bottom Lines: Like a good wine, the taste of Langrisser will be familiar. Also like a good wine, it will have it’s own unique aroma. Langrisser manages to combine a rare feat. Revive an old series from obscurity, and make it enjoyable enough for today’s audience. Final Score: 90/100 — A Must Play

   

4. nathan p. Verified Buyer – 5 March 2025

   Loving this. Almost ALL tactical combat. Simple is sometimes a good thing. Great combats, they feel large, tactical and very fun
   

5. G Jay Verified Buyer – 5 April 2025

   This is a remake of the first two Langrissier games that were first featured on the Sega Mega Drive aka Sega Genesis which were originally localized as “Warsong” in the West when released in the 1990s.

   It has everything a remake should be for a tactics game that offered competition to Fire Emblem and Final Fantasy Tactics in the 1990s. All the maps are faithful to the original with quality of life improvements. The story has full voice acting and improves on some of the aspects lacking from the originals. But what shocked me the most was the choice to either use classic graphics or the remade graphics. It seems like a Remastered game on the surface, but it is a truly remade pair of games with the option to switch between the graphic visuals.

   If ya can find this for the right price, this is a definite add for your Switch collection to keep everything interesting amongst all the titles for it.