Valkyria Chronicles

Valkyria Chronicles

Released2008
Set in a fictitious continent reminiscent of the 1930s, Valkyria Chronicles depicts Europe divided in two and ruled by two super powers: the Empire and the Federation. The Empire has set its sights on invading a small neutral country called Gallia, situated in the middle of the two superpowers territories, in an attempt to secure invaluable natural resources. Within this struggle a hero named Welkin, and his fellow soldiers of the Federation's 7th Platoon, are fighting back against the invasion and the Empires attempts to unify the continent under its power. During the ensuing war the Federation discovers that the Empire possesses a secret weapon, known as the "Valkyria" - an ancient race with special powers thought to exist only in legends. With this new discovery the fate of the Federation's ability to turn the tide of the war, and the hope for a better future, hang in the balance. “CANVAS” graphics engine: A unique engine that produces breath taking images that look like watercolour paintings in motion. “BLiTZ” tactical battle system: Experience strategic manoeuvring of units combined with conventional RPG gameplay, all layered on top of the moment to moment action afforded by real-time controls as players command each squad member and tank in battle. Epic storyline: Players will immerse themselves in the epic struggle for freedom, as the fate of the world lies in the hands of Welkin and the members of the 7th platoon. Customisation: Over 100 customisable characters allow players to create a variety of platoons to suit each battle’s needs. Beautifully rendered battlefields: Players explore 30 different environments, using unique terrain features to gain advantages in battle.
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Details

DeveloperSega WOW
PublisherSega
ReleasedApril 24, 2008
StatusReleased
GenresRole-playing (RPG)StrategyTurn-based strategy (TBS)Tactical
ThemesActionFantasyHistoricalDramaWarfareStealth
PlatformsPlayStation 3 PlayStation 3
ModesSingle player

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About This Game

In the year 1935 E.C., the continent of Europa is dominated by two superpowers: the autocratic East Europan Imperial Alliance in the east and the democratic Atlantic Federation in the west — both economies dependent on the precious multipurpose mineral Ragnite. As that mineral grows scarce, the Empire declares war on the Federation, igniting the Second Europan War, and swiftly puts the Federation on the defensive. Emboldened, the Empire decides to invade the neutral Principality of Gallia to seize its rich Ragnite deposits. When Imperial forces strike the Gallian border town of Bruhl, Welkin Gunther — son of the late national hero General Belgen Gunther — is forced to fight for his life alongside the town watch captain, Alicia Melchiott. Together with Welkin's adopted sister Isara and his father's prototype tank, the Edelweiss, they escape to the capital and join Gallia's militia. Given the rank of lieutenant, Welkin takes command of the newly formed Squad 7, with Alicia as his NCO; though the squad doubts his inexperience at first, his tactical brilliance soon wins their trust and loyalty — and he and Alicia grow ever closer.