The latest strategy RPG to release on Nintendo Switch, Triangle Strategy ** , naturally draws comparisons to Nintendo’s own SRPG series, Fire Emblem ** . Released on March 4, Triangle Strategy is an HD-2D title by Square Enix reminiscent of Final Fantasy Tactics and Tactics Ogre . The latest Fire Emblem title, Three Houses , was released on July 26, 2019, but a hack-and-slash action game spin-off, Three Hopes , is set to release on June 24 of this y

Triangle Strategy makes use of both these approaches. Choices players make can affect the short term by having the player go to one certain chapter instead of another, then returning them to the «shared» route after, as seen in the Triangle Strategy demo . Choices can also build up over time and lead to numerous different endings. In this way, Triangle Strategy seems closer to the likes of Tactics Ogre than Fire Embl

The larger number of Fire Emblem games to choose from is offset by their growing scarcity, especially with the Nintendo 3DS eShop shutting down in March 2023. Still, Triangle Strategy ’s accessibility compared to most Fire Emblem titles, which are still Japan-only , doesn’t mean it’s a one-to-one replacement for them. The two actually have major mechanical differences that can either lead players to prefer one greatly over the other or to offer welcome diversity in the SRPG fan’s collect

The most jaw-dropping thing players will notice right away is Triangle Strategy ‘s art style. What began as a one-off has turned into a series of games. The HD-2D aesthetic is seemingly here to stay with Live a Live also receiving the same treatment, and it’s easy to see why Square Enix is keen on this graphical st

There is an aspect of the sound that is not perfect. The voice acting, for about 80% of it, is great in English. The acting isn’t the problem though, Treasure Hunting Tournament it’s the amount of dialogue. Many fractured scenes take players back and forth on the map, even if a scene is continued from that same po

It seems there’s a bit of an «Unbeliever» problem going on at the Ministry of Medicine. A researcher named Plinius is on the run with stolen secrets, and Serenoa teams up with Exharme to put an end to

There is also money needed for various items like in a typical RPG . It’s harder to get materials or money in mock battles, which again, makes upgrading certain aspects tricky. It gets better the deeper players get into Triangle Strategy , but it can still be a strug

But regardless of Serenoa’s choices or convictions , he is without ink or paper, so they need to find someone in the area who might let them borrow enough to write a quick note to the minister. Luckily for players, there is a merchant here. While not open for business, he does have something that players can use to pen the Minis

One thing that is missing completely is cutscenes. The PSP version of Final Fantasy Tactics added cel-shaded cutscenes to some major plot points, and they looked great. They aren’t needed in Triangle Strategy but they would have rounded out the package nic

Likely the easiest way to accrue Utility points is by gathering information, notes, and items during Exploration Phase. Our walkthrough always lists everything that can be found in towns and such, so simply gather as you normally would, and you’re gol

The only unit you need to bring down is Plinius. As you may suspect, of course, getting to Plinius is no simple feat. Joining you for this battle are Exharme — who will make the best beeline possible toward Plinius, so you may wish to keep him buffed and healed — and ice mage Corentin, who will be yours to cont

With the sand settled and Plinius overwhelmed, the party bids their Saintly allies farewell. Corentin elects to tag along, having had his fill of Hyzante’s tendency toward closely guarded secrets. Time to head back to Glenbr

Upon their arrival in Hyzante, Serenoa’s entourage is reminded rather brusquely of the Hyzantian distaste toward Frederica and all other Roselle. Moments later, the group meets with the hierophant, who speaks through Minister Idore and poses a quest

After taking part in your first momentous vote in Triangle Strategy , you will be taken to either the Grand Duchy of Aesfrost or the Holy State of Hyzante. With the former route, Serenoa and co. get to see the chilly north for the first time in the game and meet Archduke Gustadolph. With a large exploration event and a pretty difficult battle to contend with, this route can be a challenge. Luckily, it also comes with a nice reward – the ex-salt smuggler Rudolph, who makes for a fine addition to the team. More Walkthroug

There is a button players can hit during conversations to get brief character highlights. This can help, but it’s still tricky to keep track of them all. It is a double-edged sword and can be a nice problem to have in a story. Multiple characters give the world a more lived-in feeling at the cost of being confusing at ti