Banchou Tactics is a strategy turn based role-playing game in the Japanese Gangster High School
Players engage in turn-based tactical battles on isometric, grid-based maps. To defeat enemy gangs, you must strategically position your party of delinquent characters and execute special attacks and devastating combos.
One of the game's standout mechanics is the "blood type" advantage system. Each character has a blood type (A, B, O, or AB) that interacts in a rock-paper-scissors style. Carefully considering blood type interactions when targeting enemies adds an extra layer of strategy to party composition.
Characters possess a variety of special attacks that can deal significant damage or disrupt enemy formations. The game also features a combo system, allowing you to chain multiple attacks together for maximum impact. Mastering the timing and positioning required for powerful combos is essential for success.
Attacks can push enemy units back, potentially disrupting their positioning or causing them to fall off platforms. Clever use of knock-back can be crucial for controlling the battlefield and separating dangerous foes.
As you progress through the story, you'll unlock new characters to recruit and customize. You can outfit characters with gear that boosts their stats, allowing you to fine-tune your party to suit your preferred playstyle. The "Fight Club" mode also enables you to grind and replay previous battles to level up your characters.
Reviewers praise the game's stylish presentation, engaging tactical combat, and authentic "delinquent high school" theme. The unique mechanics, such as the blood type advantage system, have been well-received, adding depth to the strategic decision-making. Players who enjoy the spirit of classic manga and anime are particularly enthusiastic about the game.