The second Japanese Uncharted Waters, a dense, slow trading and naval sim. For lovers of historical commercial strategy.
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Simulation1 player7+
Description
Maritime navigation simulation in which a captain develops global trade routes. Published by Koei, released in Japan in 1994. Maritime route management, commercial negotiation, discovery of new ports, naval battles and diplomacy. Second installment in the Daikoukai Jidai series on Super Famicom.
Daikoukai Jidai II review
3/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Polished"
3/5
Music
★★★★★
"Memorable"
4/5
Story
★★★★★
"Captivating"
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"Frustrating"
Addictiveness
"Captivating"
Difficulty
"Balanced"
Lifespan
"Massive"
Building a maritime trade empire port by port commits you to an open simulation where you chart routes, haggle over cargo, explore unknown harbors and defend your ships. With no short-term goal imposed, you sink into the pursuit of prosperity and discovery, voyage after voyage. As the second entry in Koei's saga, it keeps its time-sink reputation thanks to that freedom of mercantile adventure that never truly runs dry.
Complete: box, manual and disc/cart very clean. Lightly handled.
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Is Daikoukai Jidai II still worth playing in 2026?
A sequel in Koei's Uncharted Waters series, Daikoukai Jidai II blends maritime exploration, trade, naval combat and a personal quest in the age of exploration. The freedom of approach, between merchant, explorer or privateer, and the richness of the simulation make it a dense, captivating title. The busy interface and the Japanese text call for investment. A remarkable historical simulation for fans of maritime trade and adventure, and lovers of Koei's 16 bit craft.
