
Having units on both sides of an enemy will allow them to do a follow-up attack, and magic can affect the environment as well, like lighting spells traveling alongside puddles. Learning the strengths and weaknesses of each unit is essential to battle, along with some of the other unique elements. For example, Frederica is a fire mage with attacks that hit multiple tiles, while Benedict is a decent attacker with abilities that focus on buffs.

Each character essentially has its own unique “class” that differentiates them. The combat system itself feels like a fusion of systems from across the genre. The first three chapters, included in the new demo, comprised of roughly 5-6 hours of gameplay, but there are only three main battles in that time. Tactical RPGs are often slow burns, but Triangle Strategy is extreme even in that regard. The visual style and presentation, of course, make Triangle Strategy fall in line with Octopath Traveler, especially seeing as it's coming from the same development team. The nature of the story, and the emphasis it puts on choice, make me feel like a more apt comparison is actually Tactics Ogre. The setup is quite similar to what you find in other games of the genre, but politics and story absolutely take center stage in Triangle Strategy. You play as Serenoa Wolffort, the heir to one of the most powerful noble houses of Glenbrooke. The continent has been wracked with war for years, as each nation struggles for control of resources like iron and salt. Triangle Strategy takes place on the continent of Norzelia, which is then split up into the three nations of Glenbrooke, Aesfrost, and Hyzante. However, after playing through the first three chapters of Triangle Strategy it’s clear that the new game manages to carve out an identity of its own, even while wearing its inspirations on its sleeve. When Square Enix announced Project Triangle Strategy, comparisons were immediately made to Octopath Traveler and Final Fantasy Tactics, and they still are with the game’s release right around the corner.
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For example, use fire to melt icy terrain, then use lightning to electrocute it.Final Fantasy Tactics remains one of the greatest spinoffs the series has ever seen and is a massively influential title for the tactical RPG genre at large. Elemental chain reactions are also an important part of combat. You can also flank enemies on both sides, then strike from behind for a powerful follow-up attack. Position units on higher ground to take control of the battlefield and gain the advantage with increased range.


In these moments, the allies and decisions you make can determine the fate of whole nations and the continent of Norzelia itself.Ĭontrol multi-tiered battlefields to strategically secure victory.įinding the best location in turn-based battles can tip the tide of combat in your favor. When faced with truly momentous decisions, multiple characters will weigh in by casting their votes on the Scales of Conviction. Key choices you make will bolster one of three convictions-Utility, Morality, Liberty-which together make up Serenoa’s world view and influence how the story will unfold.

Three nations battle for control of the dwindling resources of salt and iron.Ĭommand a group of warriors as Serenoa, heir of House Wolffort, in a tangled plot where your decisions make all the difference.
