The more complete Daikoukai Jidai sequel, with a broader world and more characters. Still for patient enthusiasts, but clearly more accomplished.
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Category
Simulation1 player12+
Description
The player explores new continents with improved ships in this Koei Uncharted Waters sequel for Mega Drive. Published by Koei, released in Japan in November 1995. Enriched maritime exploration simulation with more trade routes, characters and geographical discoveries.
Daikoukai Jidai II review
4/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Striking"
3/5
Music
★★★★★
"Memorable"
3/5
Story
★★★★★
"Solid"
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"Mild"
Addictiveness
"Engaging"
Difficulty
"Balanced"
Lifespan
"Massive"
Setting out to discover new continents with improved ships widens the horizon of this maritime exploration sim still further. Trade, quests and great crossings follow one another across a vaster, richer world. That broadened sense of adventure, native to the series, extends a lifespan virtual sailors savour over the long haul.
Technical info
💾1 MB📅24/11/1995
Published by Koei
Daikoukai Jidai II (Mega Drive) price, value & rarity
Complete: box, manual and disc/cart very clean. Lightly handled.
Q1 damagedQ6 completeQ10 new
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Collector interest
Daikoukai Jidai II is the Japanese edition of Koei's sequel in a limited Megadrive print. Collector value comes from this sequel extending the trading exploration system of the first entry.
Is Daikoukai Jidai II still worth playing in 2026?
A direct enriched sequel, Daikoukai Jidai II offers six playable characters with different objectives, which radically multiplies replay value. The game engine is refined, diplomatic options expanded and naval battles gain tactical depth. Still without official western translation, the title remains reserved for Japanese readers or patch users. For anyone wishing to extend the experience of the first entry in a more accomplished form, a strong recommendation to fans of historical simulation on Mega Drive today truly here indeed.
