Vandal Hearts II (1999)

Developer: Konami
Platforms: PlayStation
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Tactical
Rating: 4.0 of 5, 7 player ratings

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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A measured, deliberate tactical experience where careful battlefield positioning and strategic planning define every encounter in a dark fantasy war setting.

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About

Vandal Hearts II is a tactical role-playing game for the PlayStation and the sequel to Vandal Hearts.

What players say

A bold, unusual tactical RPG built on a simultaneous dual-turn system that demands predicting your opponent's moves, making it cerebral but easy to bounce off. Often called a misunderstood hidden gem, though some fans found it a step down from the original.

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