Super Robot Taisen Gaiden - Masoukishin - The Lord of Elemental (Japan)
Super Nintendo (SNES)
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Reviewed in 1996
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A Japanese Super Robot Wars Gaiden, an original Masou Kishin spin off. Refined combat system, essential for hardcore mecha fans.
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Category
Tactics1 player12+
Description
Mecha tactical RPG in which mechanical spirit pilots battle in a world in conflict. Published by Banpresto, released in Japan in 1996. Mechas with distinct abilities, tactical grid combat and SF scenario inspired by Super Robot Wars. Tactical spin-off of the Super Robot Wars series on Super Famicom.
Super Robot Taisen Gaiden - Masoukishin - The Lord of Elemental review
3/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Polished"
4/5
Music
★★★★★
"Excellent"
4/5
Story
★★★★★
"Captivating"
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"Mild"
Addictiveness
"Captivating"
Difficulty
"Balanced"
Lifespan
"Massive"
Developing your Masoukishin on the tactical grid calls for long, deliberate battles where positioning and the pilots' growing power count on every turn. The dense sci-fi scenario, paired with mech customization, stretches the campaign considerably for fans of demanding tactics. A cult Super Robot Wars spin-off that stayed in Japan, it keeps its prestige among mecha and strategy enthusiasts.
Technical info
💾2,1 MB📅22/03/1996
Published by Banpresto
Super Robot Taisen Gaiden - Masoukishin - The Lord of Elemental (SNES) price, value & rarity
Complete: box, manual and disc/cart very clean. Lightly handled.
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Is Super Robot Taisen Gaiden - Masoukishin - The Lord of Elemental still worth playing in 2026?
A spin-off entirely devoted to Banpresto's original heroes, Masoukishin drops the anime licences to build an in house universe around the Masoukishin and their pilots. The refined combat system, the deep mech customisation and a developed story make it one of the most accomplished and beloved entries of the original branch. The dated interface and the Japanese text stay obstacles. A reference for fans of Japanese tactical RPGs and of Super Robot Taisen's own mythology.
