Simulation
Here we have all the games in the Simulation Section.
Sega Saturn
Simulation
The Sim series reached a crescendo here with Bullfrogs baby blending an accessible interface with incredible attention to detail. Genki struggles to consider the complexity of the algorithms that must be going on as every little tweak such as to the transport system seems to have a knock on effect. The appearance of Sonic ensures it doesn’t take itself too seriously.
Sega Saturn
Simulation
Just as the name says: being in charge of designing the zoo and ensuring the animals are well looked after. An original title in the Bullfrog mould with some nice animal footage to get zoo keepers in the mood without any foul smells. Just ensure the dangerous animals and reptiles are well secured.
Playstation
Simulation
On the same lines as the Densha De Go series, but with classic steam trains and two off the beaten track routes. Plenty of machinery and scenery to admire as you let off steam in the Japanese countryside.
PS2
Simulation
Slot machine simulator based on the emotional, epic anime full of hard love known as Kyojin no Hoshi (or Star of the Giants.) The story of the anime features young Hoshi as he battles through gruelling training and beatings from his strict father to become a pitcher for the Tokyo Giants. Its unlikely father would have approved of the fruit machine gambling exploits, but a top baseball player must squander their cash on something.
Sega Saturn
Simulation
A nice little addition for the dedicated Saturn cone head collector with this one level demo to whet the appetite.
Slick card presentation case with glossy finish containing instructions and shots.
PC Engine Super CD ROM
Simulation
Known as ‘Starblazers’ in the West, this space simulation is based on the true classic, which even has its own exhibitions in Japan and its own distinct feel in an over crowded market place. Yamato is a flying naval ship and also the believed to be the essence of the Japanese spirit. The game captures the romantic overtones of the original anime.
PS2
Simulation
Utilises Fourthview technology allowing recordings to be made in 360 degrees so they can fit in all the members of this all girl band. MM are famed for their bold costumes as much as their girly music such as ‘Love Machine’. Plenty of material of the ever shifting band.
Playstation
Simulation
Players select options from the text as to their actions in this mysterious anime style adventure that takes place in a South American jungle setting.
Super Famicom
Simulation
A space fantasy theme with very tidy anime avatars and a stirring, militaristic soundtrack.
Dreamcast
Simulation
Mech battle sim with dramatic orchestral score and plenty of zooming in and out to the action. Player avatars and a fine sci-fi plot (well in anime terms) complement the action superbly.
Dreamcast
Simulation
Mech battle sim with dramatic orchestral score and plenty of zooming in and out to the action. Player avatars and a fine sci-fi plot (well in anime terms) complement the action superbly.
Super Famicom
Simulation
US tanks running at a fair pace through the heat haze and over the sand dunes of a certain dessert based Gulf state. The cursor and cockpit view create the tank feel well and invoke sheer panic as shells rain in from sometimes unsighted sources.
Super Famicom
Simulation
Hard to resist a ninja themed game as our wee man dressed in black avoids advancing bamboo forests and delves deep to find out how his ninja clan can survive the onslaught of Nobunaga. Some great chip tunes to set the period and some spiffing techniques to be able to use on opponents.
Game Gear
Simulation
Enjoy the legend of Momotaro which is a well known fairytale deep in the Japanese psyche and rich in oni demons and intriguing cultural references in this card and dice based title.
PC Engine Super CD ROM
Simulation
Players must keep a clear mind and a good set of tiles in order to avoid a return to their birthday suit. A well liked series in Japan with some tidy graphics and nicely presented.
PC Engine Super CD ROM
Simulation
Lovely, bubbly J Pop tracks to appropriately accompany the fine ladies that star in this Mahjong face off with lots of dignity on the line. Popular in the arcades, the home version allows players to get acquainted in more intimate surrounds. Well liked series.
Super Famicom
Simulation
Steamy Seta release: that is if you know your east from your west tiles in mahjong. Not quite as wild as the Saturn version, but still saucy enough for a Nintendo title in their most conservative Kyoto era.
Nintendo DS
Simulation
Taking characters and inspiration from many anime series including Gundam Seed, Super Robo sees plenty of battle against rival mechs with even more pre bout bravado. Combat is intuitive and the battles whiz along as the robot school proves a little too cramped for so many famous machines.
Dreamcast
Simulation
The isometric battles work a treat, interspersed nicely with the Macross style anime’s of snappy haircuts and dramatic dialogue.
Sega Saturn
Simulation
Giant mechs battling with all the panache shown in the anime series. Carefully select your team depending on the task ahead to dominate earth and space.
Sega Saturn
Simulation
Giant mechs wrestling for supremacy in this finely tuned sequel. Carefully select your team depending on the task ahead to dominate earth and space.
PS2
Simulation
This instalment of the legendary robot series led to a full animated version, such was its popularity in Japan. The battles remain immense and fully intense with anime style productions skills to hike up the tension and emotion. Ann epic battle sim and manna from heaven for Taisen devotees.
PS2
Simulation
The series that takes mecha fans into a dream stratosphere where hulking beasts of machines battle for supremacy of the skies with ginormous laser blasts leaving tracers in the darkened outer space skies and over the top emotional avatars screaming in response. Truly big in Japan.
PS2
Simulation
This instalment of the legendary robot series led to a full animated version, such was its popularity in Japan. The battles remain immense and fully intense with anime style productions skills to hike up the tension and emotion. An epic battle sim and manna from heaven for Taisen devotees.
PC Engine CD ROM
Simulation
If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery then Macross creator Kawamori-san should be honoured by this space epic set in a not so distant future.
Super Famicom
Simulation
Table mahjong seems to sttract a lot of bunny girls and guys in shades and this anime based board game is no exception. Draws on the source material well to keep things lively with expressive avatars and even some quiz questions on the show.
Famicom Cart
Simulation
Basic commands such as talk, take, search and move help our beloved seal Goma and his faithful companion skilfully travel to Nepal with one or two scrapes along the way.
Sega Saturn
Simulation
Players are encharged on a fresh planet with a team of three robots: demolisher, lumberjack and builder. Players then built tress, cut them down to build houses and suitably disrupt opponents plans to dominate the planet, whilst keeping an eye on your team of grafting robots. Simple eh?
Sega Saturn
Simulation
The title translates as Pacific Storm and features as you no doubt guessed, a take on the events of the Pacific Ocean during World War II. The scene is set with grainy footage of the war (and that’s nothing to do with the Saturns video capabilities.) Cut scenes use computer modelling to replicate the action. Saturn completists will no doubt value the authentic appearing, canvas booklet which replicates war time document holders.
Game Gear
Simulation
Popular Game Gear Mahjong series with an intriguing roster of characters with which to lay down tiles.