FirstQueen1 NEXT
This is a remake of a popular game that was released more than 30 years ago and has been updated and improved.
This game is based on the game first released in 1988 on the PC called “First Queen”. (Later, it was also released on home console machines)
The game screen has been made larger, battles allowing using a 2nd battalion of troops, and the overall game play has been upgraded to improve playability!
The First Queen Born in Ornic.
The Queen was full of ambition to control the world and began marching south.
However, countries that faced her were not unified and fell before her army marching towards Ornic.
With the fall of his country, Count Richmont begins a counterattack with Crucible soldiers.
Original Game System
Your subordinates will usually attack and retreat according to orders, but they will do so based on their individual personalities.
There are also characters and items that were not in the original, such as nurses who are dedicated to treat the wounded without any regard to danger and also soldiers who are able to fully use special items.
The tribes that make up the nation may become enemies or allies as the game progresses.
Defeating an enemy leader can turn the concerning enemy troops into allies.
Players can take control of a character and move them out of dire situations. In other words, basically, you are their “guardian”.
If the characters are in a battle they can win, you can leave them alone. When fighting against a stronger foe, use of items and other abilities might be required.
A weak character will quickly retreat when their “LIFE” decreases.
If they leave the battle and stay away from enemies, they can quickly recover to fight again.
This has resulted in a system where “even strong soldiers will be in danger if surrounded”.
It is a system for heroes to fight in groups instead of facing battles alone.
In the same manner as a typical simulation game, many units are spread throughout the country.
Over time, some enemy units will march towards your castle.
You also need a strategy on where to stop powerful units.
Game Discussion
Steam User 0
The only negative I have for this game is the lack of guide. I have enjoyed it thoroughly, and am still figuring out the unique units, and unlockables prepping for the final fight.
There is a GameFAQ out there, but it is a different translation and specific in many ways to the original 1993 release.
Steam User 11
If you liked the original you'll be happy it is available on steam now - if you're new to the series you'll have to learn the controls, I did a little quick lets plays but don't judge it based on my gameplay as with more time and learning the controls the fun factor will improve. enjoy!
Steam User 28
Game Overview
Battlefield with Many Enemies and Allies. Your soldiers will fight or retreat in battle using their own discretion. You watch over the actions of your troops and can either move characters that are in danger to safety or send a strong character to help defeat enemies and lead your army to victory.
Nyanco's Review
+ Nostalgia from classic Epic SRPG, FirstQueen series!ヽ(=´▽`=)ﾉ
Intro
FirstQueen1 NEXT. This game is a remake of 『FirstQueen1』, released for PC-98 in 1988. The developer is one of the oldest programmers who are active in the game industry. The FirstQueen series is a strategy RPG game featuring a game system in which many characters are active on one screen. In particular, FirstQueen4 was one of the best Japanese games representing the 1990s. Now, 30 years later, it has been remade and has come to us on Steam. What kind of game is this? Let's take a look at it with Nyanco-chan! (ฅ'ω'ฅ)
Game Experience
This game combines RPG and RTS. The entire world map is connected by branches, with numerous areas that lead to the battlefield. You should lead multiple friendly units and expand your territory while preventing enemy units from invading. In such a process, there are units and characters that become allies or enemies depending on your choice. Furthermore, there are adventure elements within various regions that make the player more immersed in this fantasy game world.
You can directly control single unit character in each squad and the rest are done by AI. Furthermore, you can change those characters you control yourself at any time as needed. This feature is interesting and strategic. Depending on your command and control, it can have a big impact on the victory or defeat of the war. It is a pretty impressive that various units to interact with each other by AI in one field screen. The game design is pretty rough, but it's still worth playing.
Pros (+) & Cons (-)
Story Rich
Good Potential
Hybrid Content
Unique Characters
Easter Eggs (Carl; Panda)
Not Optimized
Reduced Content
Grinding & Distracting
World Map Mechanics
Translation & Localization
Verdict (Score) : Game 8/10, Translation: 7.5/10
FirstQueen1 NEXT. It is a pretty interesting classic SRPG. This game has created its own unique game genre called Gocha Character System（ゴチャキャラシステム）. It is a blessing that players can meet this game again. Of course, from the game quality standard these days, this game can be pretty lacking. The game design is rough and not optimized. Nonetheless, the core fun and features of the original version are well included. If you can afford the price, try this game. If not, let's wait for a suitable discount sale promotion. It's definitely a nice classic SRPG worth playing again. Recommended!
Side Note
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