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Suikoden Tactics (USA)

PlayStation 2
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Reviewed in
2005
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✪ Reviewed on February 27, 2025
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Suikoden Tactics turns the saga into a tactical RPG. Familiar characters, grid combat and a story tied to Suikoden IV. Pleasant for fans, more modest for others.

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Category
Tactics 1 player 12+
Description
A Konami tactical game released in 2005, a Tactical RPG spin-off of the Suikoden franchise. Kyril, Walter's young son, and his team investigate the mysterious Rune Cannon of the Kooluk empire in a story parallel to Suikoden IV. Grid tactical combat with Sun Rune and summons, over 60 recruitable characters (including Suikoden IV veterans). A solid tactical spin-off, shorter than a main entry.

Suikoden Tactics review

4/5
Art direction
"Striking"
4/5
Music
"Excellent"
4/5
Story
"Captivating"
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"Mild"
Addictiveness
"Engaging"
Difficulty
"Difficult"
Lifespan
"Long"
Technical info
💾0,92 GB 📅08/11/2005
Published by Konami

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Is Suikoden Tactics still worth playing in 2026?

A Konami tactical spin-off tied to Suikoden IV, Suikoden Tactics transposes the saga's universe into turn based grid battles, with an elemental terrain system, Runes and a large cast of characters to recruit. The strategic depth, the links to the fourth entry and the polished writing will delight series fans seeking more. The slow pace and an uneven difficulty temper access. A tactical RPG to recommend for fans of turn based strategy and the Suikoden universe.

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