![]() It runs at a decent 30fps for the most part, and it’s only slightly behind the other versions in terms of missing effects. The graphics are fantastic on the little hybrid in both docked and handheld. It shouldn’t be a surprise with SD being at the start of the title, but I can imagine some players will prefer the more traditional designs over the super-deformed cute looks on offer. On the visual side of SD Gundam Battle Alliance, I can see it being a rather divisive aspect due to the “chibi” nature of the Mobile Suits. Considering that the little console doesn’t have the best online capabilities, PC and other consoles shouldn’t have any issues with the multiplayer. I played the Nintendo Switch version of the game. The online seemed fine when I tried it out. This can certainly ease the tedium of the grind. as you can play the game online with another 2 players. You can choose who you take into battle with you, and this feature allows you to cover the blind spots your chosen suit may not cover.įortunately, you don’t have to always rely on the A.I. Just be aware that it is there, and you’ll be revisiting missions from time to time.Įach mission sees you attempting it alongside another two pilots. While not for everyone, the combat and fan service available do alleviate the grind somewhat. This also sees you grinding out missions as you get further into the game to get better suits, improve your current stats, and the like. As such, it’s easy to pick up one of each to cover your bases. This can seem quite daunting at first, but fortunately, all the Suits are categorized into one of 3 types, All Rounder, Ranged, and Infighter. You can develop these using materials found within missions. Mobile Suits from all the reaches of the Gundam universe can be used. This gives your pilot abilities to help you push forward and make tougher fights that little bit easier. Not only can you level each Gundam up in several different areas such as Attack and Defence, but you can also level up your pilot. A few missions in and you’ll be the next Setsuna F Seiei.Īs SD Gundam Battle Alliance shares its blood with the RPG genre, you can expect there is some form of leveling up. You have a lock on which helps you keep tabs on who you want to wreck, and it’s all done easily and intuitively. ![]() Guard breaks and ultra abilities which fill up overtime also add to your combat options, giving you an answer to just about every situation you’ll be thrown into. In addition, there’s a ranged attack and special abilities for each Gundam depending on what Mobile Suit you’ve brought to the dance.Ĭombos are performed with a combination of weak and strong and you also can launch your foe into the air for a cheeky juggle. You have the traditional action game combat layout with weak and strong melee attacks. This makes it feel much more like a “character action” game such as Bayonetta and Devil May Cry, only with cute mechas of mass destruction. The game treads a very thin line between the all-out action of a Warriors title and the intricacy of titles such as Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation. It’s very similar to the well-loved Gundam Warriors series from the PS3/360, but with less focus on a giant enemy count and more on pulling off combos and piloting like an absolute boss. ![]() SD Gundam Battle Alliance is described as a 3rd Person Action RPG. While the original narrative is rather forgettable, the sheer series representation helps this title appeal to fans of the long-running series. You’ll be weaving yourself into the strings of narrative from Mobile Suit Gundam, Gundam SEED, and one of my personal favorites Gundam 00. ![]() This sets up the perfect narrative for fans to see the many iconic battles of the franchise, get involved, and recreate them in a way that won’t ruffle the feathers of the die-hard fan base this franchise has. The only way to escape from this digital hell is to correct the Gundam timeline by making sure historic events go as planned. You play as an unnamed pilot who through happenstance ends up trapped within a simulation. It lays a narrative on you full of fanservice that’s gripping enough to keep you piloting on until the wee hours of the morning. SD Gundam Battle Alliance developed by Bandai Namco does what every good anime/manga title should do. What could be better than giant mechs, armed with swords and guns battling it out between themselves? Well, the same mechs shrunk down to be super cute of course! Welcome to SD Gundam Battle Alliance!
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