Super Robot Taisen Alpha is the first SRT Alpha sub-series entry on PS1, gathering iconic mechas from Gundam, Evangelion, Macross and others. Turn-based tactics system enriched with MAPS. Ultimate fan service with an original story weaving universes together. A must for mecha fans.
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Category
Tactics1 player7+
Description
Japanese Banpresto mecha tactical RPG, first Alpha installment relaunching Super Robot Wars on 32-bit with new scenario. Created by Banpresto, released in 2000 in Japan with Limited Edition under the Super Robot Taisen Alpha title. Grid-based tactical turn-based combat with expanded animations, mecha saga crossovers including Mazinger, Gundam, Getter Robo and Evangelion, over a hundred eighty playable mecha units and anime rock soundtrack. Japanese edition with Limited Edition under the Super Robot Taisen Alpha title.
Super Robot Taisen Alpha review
3/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Polished"
3/5
Music
★★★★★
"Memorable"
3/5
Story
★★★★★
"Solid"
Gameplay
"Excellent"
Fun
"Mild"
Addictiveness
"Engaging"
Difficulty
"Difficult"
Lifespan
"Long"
Technical info
💾0,4 GB📅25/05/2000
Published by Banpresto
Super Robot Taisen Alpha (PS1) price, value & rarity
A crossover tactical RPG between giant robots drawn from dozens of animation series, the first Alpha entry of a major Japanese turn-based mecha saga. Kept exclusive to Japan, its interest lies in this gathering of licenses and the franchise's aura rather than scarcity for the standard run. A prime piece for fans of Super Robot and SRPGs.
Is Super Robot Taisen Alpha still worth playing in 2026?
Released in 2000 on PS1 in Japan, Banpresto's project opens the Alpha sub lineage of the Super Robot Taisen series. The fusion of an oversized cast of mecha anime series, from Mazinger Z to Gundam, and the tactical grid combat with spectacular animations install a real identity. The pilot management, the spirits and the bonds between veterans offer real depth. The 2D modelling and some loading times have aged. Recommended today for Japanese mecha devotees, for Banpresto fans and for PS1 collectors fond of monumental tactical RPGs on Sony's first home console hardware globally.
