Simulation
Here we have all the games in the Simulation Section.
PC Engine Super CD ROM
Simulation
A battle simulator that makes fine use of the CD format to splice retro anime cut-scenes between the action.
Sega Saturn
Simulation
Bishonen anime inspired action, the first in the series to have 3D graphics. Multiple endings are also possible.
PC Engine CD ROM
Simulation
A life simulation game where you must guide a young woman through her daily routine with great anime cut sequences. Japanese title: Kagami no Kuni no Legend.
Playstation
Simulation
A Slime breeding game which involves building up the world for these loveable lumps of jelly. Strangely compelling drawing you into their slippery slope like an exotic flower.
PC Engine FX
Simulation
Futuristic battle sim and nurture game as the Little Cats team gets up to plenty of mischief in deep space with all the lavish anime and voice acting you may expect from an FX title.
Super Famicom
Simulation
Falcom produced strategy war game which is a continuation of the Dragon Slayer series. Set in a cutesy, medieval Europe allowing the developer plenty of license for the fantasy setting.
Sega Saturn
Simulation
Join three high school girls: Kaori, Takami and Miyuki through their school life to see if, eighty five days later, it ends in love. Or detention. Anime style.
Sega Saturn
Simulation
An unusual title sampling music and interviews for its sound novel concept. Collectable demo of the game.
Famicom Disk System
Simulation
Nicely presented Mahjong game from the big N as those with a penchant for the Chinese tile game get to fill their boots on the underground Famicom Disk System.
PC Engine Super CD ROM
Simulation
Nine ladies make up the roster of staff of the Mahjong Clinic and they dont do much to cure patients of their passion for the table game by undressing when you win. Not really tough love then, unless unfamiliar with the rules of the game. But plenty of motivation is given by opponents to succeed.
Sega Saturn
Simulation
Son Goku is the Monkey God made famous here in the UK by the screening of the NHK classic series. This game brings mahjong into the equation (no doubt Pigsy’s doing!) As the story sees our intrepid travellers journey to the west.
Sega Saturn
Simulation
Very traditional Japanese take on the tile game with koto music in the background and characters such as geishas and looking like Buddhists priests, if of course their vows would allow them to partake in the game.
PC Engine Super CD ROM
Simulation
Chinese board game spiced up by the addition of scantily clad bunny girl opponents. The staple of any Japanese game centre or arcade.
Sega Saturn
Simulation
Full of sunshine being set on a tropical island with three delightful hostesses to play mahjong against. Utilises FMV and polygon players plus its Variable Impression and Personality System to create a solid take on the table sport with a few colourful extras.
Miscellaneous Games
Simulation
Mahjong on the Mark III with some superb characters to enliven the action.
Playstation
Simulation
Excellent characterisation and Konami’s slick presentation ensured this became a massive title in Japan that was followed up on the PS2. Colourful ‘Kappa’ green disk.
Dreamcast
Simulation
Or Majyo no Otcha Kai as it is Romanised on the cover which translates as Witches Tea Meeting. Plenty of kawaii sparkle and broom snapping tempers to enforce the player to choose their riposte with a good degree of caution.
PC Engine CD ROM
Simulation
High school life can be complicated enough as it is without being catapulted into an alternate supernatural parallel universe. Also known as Devil Hunter Yoko.
Famicom Cart
Simulation
That early twinkle in Lucasart’s eye can be seen here in the walking tentacles of Maniac Mansion. Fun touches throughout the game as players explore the bizarre mansion keeping a keen eye out for clues and unusual items to aid progression.
Sega Saturn
Simulation
Search the spooky mansion for the evil spirit. With plenty of ghouls to meet along the way. Gameplay involves drifting around the spooky mansion with its high ceilings trying to discover the grim secret behind the death of the Mansion’s owner. Yet as in most Japanese spooky stories there is a twist in the tale. Also known as Shinsetsu Yume Miyakata.
Sega Saturn
Simulation
Search the spooky mansion for the evil spirit. With plenty of ghouls to meet along the way. Gameplay involves drifting around the spooky mansion with its high ceilings trying to discover the grim secret behind the death of the Mansion’s owner. Yet as in most Japanese spooky stories there is a twist in the tale. Also known as Shinsetsu Yume Miyakata.
Sega Saturn
Simulation
Plenty of tips from the bespectacle Mushano sensei to improve your shogi ranking. Nicely presented in a Bakabon style. Full title: Mario Mushano no Chou Shogi Juku (or Super Shogi Cram School.)
Super Famicom
Simulation
A nice Mario collectable with picture related puzzles and animated pictures all created with the ease of a Nintendo user friendly interface. The naughty Wario pops up adding a bit of mischief to the arty mix.
Super Famicom
Simulation
A nice Mario collectable with picture related puzzles and animated pictures all created with the ease of a Nintendo user friendly interface. The naughty Wario pops up adding a bit of mischief to the arty mix.
Dreamcast
Simulation
Bashing big chunks out of metal out of robots is great fun as it is, but even more enjoyable when you have designed and built the mech yourself. Or even more distressing depending on how the bout is going. The bouts are one on one in a Virtual On style arenas but players see more of their pride and joy to show off their design.
Super Famicom
Simulation
A romantic dating game based on the popular manga and anime with venues including a concert and even where you work doing your part time job. Choosing the right words to say are the key to winning hearts, but the course of true love never runs smoothly.
Mega Drive
Simulation
Players build up their civilisation encouraging them to construct dwellings and mine resources, before raising an army to battle other countries. Known as Tyrants in the US.
Sega Saturn
Simulation
Futuristic sci-fi simulation with a fast paced storyline and plenty of instalments making this Imagineer’s rival to Sega’s Sakura Wars.
PS2
Simulation
The second instalment of the popular Memories Off doesn’t disappoint, capturing the raw emotions of the game in beautiful visuals and striking orchestral score.
Dreamcast
Simulation
KID really is the goat of these dating sims with a rich heritage of winners in its stable. Tensions run high in this high-school based game.