Rating: 4.8/5
Benkei Gaiden (Strong Man Story) is a top down RPG similar to Dragon Warrior and its Random Battles cut away to a combat area similar to Final Fantasy Mystic Quest. I'm not "fluent" in Japanese (only knowing a little) But this story (much like many others in RPG's) seems to suggest great unrest among the people, and a disdain for the actions of the current government. I'm not sure if that is part of the main plotline, but what is is the hero (having feelings of inadequacy or feeling that something is inadequate) venturing forth to prove to himself . Perhaps someone who reads Japanese better would be able to review this game better but that's what I have. :) As far as gameplay goes it's been VERY fun so far, and if you know even a little Japanese (The game is HEAVY on text) I recommend giving this a try.
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