Combat takes place on square-grid battlefields viewed from an overhead perspective. Players move units, attack enemies, and complete map objectives while managing terrain bonuses, weapon ranges, Spirit commands, and support attacks. Defeated enemies grant experience, credits, and upgrade resources that improve both machines and pilots. Progress is driven by story stages, with pre-battle deployment and post-battle growth forming the main loop.

Kyosuke Nanbu

One of the protagonists, a composed pilot who excels in close-range combat.

Excellen Browning

One of the protagonists, cheerful and adaptable in battle.

Elzam V. Branstein

An important pilot and story character tied to a major family background.

Lamia Loveless

A key character whose identity and faction ties play a major role in the plot.

Focus upgrade resources on a small core team first, balancing weapon power, armor, and mobility. Use support attacks and combination attacks to clear weaker enemies efficiently, and save Spirit commands for bosses and elite targets. Fast units should seize terrain advantages early, while durable units can absorb counterattacks. If the route splits, avoid spreading upgrades too thin and keep your main damage dealers consistent.

Tips and tricks

Upgrade a few core units first instead of spreading funds too thin.

Tips and tricks

Use Spirit commands like Focus, Accel, and Valor to improve boss fights.

Tips and tricks

Let durable units draw fire while ranged attackers stay protected.

User Reviews

The story feels more complete than the first game, and the original cast is memorable.

User Reviews

A solid tactical RPG with a satisfying balance of strategy and progression.

User Reviews

Impressive mecha presentation for the GBA and a must-play for fans of the subseries.