Masaya Retro Games Collection
7 total gamesMasaya is a Japanese developer recognized for its significant contributions to the tactical role-playing genre, most notably with the enduring Langrisser series.
About Masaya Games
Masaya is a Japanese game development studio that has carved out a niche for itself, particularly within the strategy and RPG spaces. For many players, the studio's name is synonymous with a particular kind of tactical combat and character development that calls for careful planning and execution.
The Langrisser series stands out as a cornerstone of Masaya's output. In these games, players often find themselves directing armies across grid-based maps. You command a hero unit, but also recruit and lead squads of soldiers, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. Combat involves moving units, considering terrain, and exploiting enemy vulnerabilities. The series explored branching story paths and character recruitment, allowing players to shape their army and narrative through decisions made during gameplay. Beyond Langrisser, Masaya also experimented with different genres, sometimes producing titles with unique visual styles and concepts.
The studio's approach often involved deep systems for unit progression and battlefield management. Players could see their heroes grow in power, changing classes and acquiring new abilities. The tactical layer required attention to unit formations and counters, where cavalry might struggle against spearmen, and archers could provide ranged support. These elements formed the foundation of the experiences Masaya offered.
All Masaya Retro Games
7 games available
Langrisser
In Langrisser, you lead armies led by powerful heroes across grid-based maps, engaging in turn-based tactical combat to defend your kingdom and defeat encroaching enemies by strategically maneuvering units and managing troop types.
Langrisser II
In Langrisser II, you lead a hero and their loyal troops across strategic battlefields, making tactical unit deployments and commanding them to overcome enemy forces and shape the fate of the continent.
Langrisser III
As Prince Ares, you lead your forces in turn-based tactical battles across a sprawling continent, commanding your hero and various troop types to overcome enemy commanders and secure victory for your kingdom.
Langrisser IV
In Langrisser IV, you guide a young prince through a conflict-ridden land, commanding armies on tactical battle maps by moving your commander and strategically deploying diverse troop types to defeat enemy forces and achieve your objectives.
Langrisser V: The End of Legend
Lead your forces across a war-torn continent, commanding diverse troop formations and powerful heroes in turn-based tactical battles to uncover the truth behind a prophecy and determine the fate of the world.
Langrisser Millennium
In Langrisser Millennium, you command a hero and their army across grid-based maps, strategically deploying different troop types and utilizing spells to defeat enemy forces and achieve your objectives.
Der Langrisser
In Der Langrisser, you command armies as Prince Ledin, making crucial decisions that shape the story and engage in grid-based tactical battles to reclaim your kingdom from invading forces.