Record of Agarest War (2007)

Developer: Idea Factory, Hyper-Devbox Japan
Publisher: Ghostlight Ltd., Hyper-Devbox Japan, Aksys Games, Compile Heart
Platforms: PlayStation 3, Android, iOS, Xbox 360, Nintendo Switch
Genres: Fighting, Puzzle, Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Tactical, Adventure
Rating: 3.0 of 5, 7 player ratings
Where to get it: Nintendo eShop

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A sprawling, generational tactical RPG that weaves slow-burn relationship drama into grid-based strategy battles.

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About

Record of Agarest War is a tactical RPG where players guide multiple generations of heroes through an intergenerational story. The game combines strategic turn-based combat with a unique system where the protagonist's choice of romantic partner determines the abilities and attributes of the next generation's main character. Players advance through five distinct eras, building relationships, engaging in grid-based battles, and shaping their legacy across generations.

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