Summary
- Release Year: 1992
- Genres: Strategy
- Platforms: Sega Mega Drive/Genesis
Vixen 357 (1992)
Vixen 357 (ヴィクセン３５７) is a 1992 strategy game for the Sega Mega Drive by NCS released exclusively in Japan. The game is set in a post-apocalyptic world where the player controls a group of female soldiers known as the “Vixens” as they fight to rebuild society.
The game is played from a top-down perspective, and the player must use strategy and tactics to defeat their enemies. The Vixens can be equipped with a variety of weapons and equipment, and they can also use special abilities to gain an advantage in battle.
Vixen 357 was praised for its innovative gameplay, its charming characters, and its catchy soundtrack. However, the game was also criticized for its high difficulty level and its lack of a multiplayer mode.
Gameplay
Vixen 357 is a turn-based strategy game in which the player controls a group of female soldiers known as the “Vixens.” The game is played on a grid-based map, and the player must use strategy and tactics to defeat their enemies.
The Vixens can be equipped with a variety of weapons and equipment, and they can also use special abilities to gain an advantage in battle. Each Vixen has her own unique strengths and weaknesses, and the player must carefully consider how to use each Vixen to maximize their effectiveness.
The game features a variety of different missions, and the player must complete each mission in order to progress. The missions are varied, and they include everything from rescuing hostages to destroying enemy bases.
Characters
The Vixens are a group of eight female soldiers who are the main characters of the game. Each Vixen has her own unique personality and backstory, and they all play an important role in the game’s story.
The Vixens are:
- Alicia: The leader of the Vixens, Alicia is a skilled strategist and a powerful fighter.
- Bianca: A skilled sniper, Bianca is always ready to take down the enemy from afar.
- Claudia: A heavy weapons specialist, Claudia is always ready to blow up the enemy with her rocket launcher.
- Diana: A skilled medic, Diana is always there to heal her fellow Vixens.
- Elena: A skilled engineer, Elena is always there to repair the Vixens’ vehicles and equipment.
- Fiona: A skilled hacker, Fiona is always there to disable the enemy’s defenses.
- Gloria: A skilled pilot, Gloria is always there to transport the Vixens to their next mission.
- Helena: A skilled mechanic, Helena is always there to keep the Vixens’ vehicles running smoothly.
Story
The story of Vixen 357 is set in a post-apocalyptic world where the player controls a group of female soldiers known as the “Vixens” as they fight to rebuild society.
The game begins with the Vixens being sent on a mission to rescue a group of hostages from a group of bandits. The Vixens successfully complete their mission, but they are soon attacked by a group of enemy soldiers. The Vixens are outnumbered and outgunned, but they are able to defeat the enemy soldiers and escape.
The Vixens soon learn that the enemy soldiers are part of a larger force that is trying to take over the world. The Vixens must now travel across the world and defeat the enemy force before they can rebuild society.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Vixen 357 are colorful and detailed. The characters are well-animated, and the backgrounds are varied and interesting. The game’s soundtrack is catchy and upbeat, and it helps to create a sense of excitement and adventure.
Conclusion
Vixen 357 is a solid strategy game for the Mega Drive. It’s not the most complex or challenging game in the genre, but it’s still a lot of fun. The graphics are good, the gameplay is solid, and the soundtrack is catchy. If you’re looking for a good strategy game for the Mega Drive, I highly recommend Vixen 357.
Pros
- Innovative gameplay
- Charming characters
- Catchy soundtrack
Cons
- High difficulty level
- Lack of multiplayer mode
Review Score
7.5/10
