Sangokushi V refines Koei's grand strategy with notable narrative polish, intense for fans but still demanding on pad.
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Strategy1 player12+
Description
Sangokushi V by Koei, released in 1997 in Japan. Portable adaptation of Romance of the Three Kingdoms V. Historical strategy on ancient China, ruler personality system, deep diplomacy, and epic battles between the three kingdoms.
Sangokushi V review
3/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Polished"
3/5
Music
★★★★★
"Memorable"
3/5
Story
★★★★★
"Solid"
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"Mild"
Addictiveness
"Engaging"
Difficulty
"Difficult"
Lifespan
"Massive"
The fifth iteration of the saga refines a lord's management, his officers and his campaigns across the great map of ancient China. Unifying the empire calls for long hours of patient calculation and diplomacy. That strategic density, a Koei mark, offers a replay value turn-based fans savour over the long term.