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Tactics Ogre: Let Us Cling Together

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Tactics Ogre: Let Us Cling Together is the ideal tactics game for those who loved the oldschool classics (they just don't make them like they used to, right?) not only because it keeps the good parts, but because it innovates in areas that you may not have expected. The "Chariot" tarot card, for example, allows you to "undo" back to a previous character move during a battle, allowing you to take big risks and then try again from a very specific point. But this isn't just a regular undo, because it actually creates an "alternate timeline", without deleting the progress you made originally, in case your new plan doesn't work out.

Another huge feature is that "classes" (Warrior, Archer, Knight, etc) are upgraded separately from individual units. As long as one unit of that class wins a battle, that class (and therefore everyone who is or will become that class) receives the boost along with it. This saves an enormous amount of "grinding", trying to make sure all the units of the same class are equal. However, individuals still earn "Skill Points" by themselves, so you can't rely entirely on the class upgrades while sitting out the new guys. Skill Points are spent to gain new abilities and upgrades that stay with you regardless of your class. It takes getting used to because pretty much every other RPG is so filled with grinding, but once you understand it you'll love it.

The massive story is finally presented with great writing and dialogue, removing the awkwardness of translation and making the characters come to life -- this is vital in a game that's so story-heavy. Major choices need to be made by the player along the way, and I've found that it seriously makes a difference. I also believe that the "Chariot Tarot" can be used to create alternate timelines in this sense as well, allowing you to test out different story paths, not just different battles. This eliminates the need to go back and fiddle with old save files.

Overall, this game is masterful and perfect for a portable system. If you know you love old style tactics games but you're just not sure if this one is worthy of your money, have no fear! It truly raises the bar in more than one way, and will definitely become a cherished favorite.

One of the best RPG games I ever play in my life!! So addictive!! Would love to find similar tactic rpg game like this.

The game was delivered as promised. The game itself is really great. The graphics aren't as good as Final Fantasy Tactics, but the story is awesome. If you're into RPG storylines, this is a winner :D

I own the original for PS2 with a strategy guide which I dont know how I got, because
I cant find it anywhere. I am waiting patiently for my PSP copy to arrive. Tactics Ogre and Final Fantasy Tactics are probably
my 2 favorite games of all time. You will not be disappointed, but keep in mind, this can be
an extremely long game at times with battles taking 30-60mins at times.
MUST BUY!!!!