Summary
- Release Year: 1998
- Genres: Fighting
- Platforms: Nintendo 64
- Developers: Banpresto
- Publishers: Banpresto
Super Robot Spirits (1998)
Overview
Super Robot Spirits is a 3D versus fighting game for the Nintendo 64, based within the Super Robot Wars line of games. It was released only in Japan in 1998. The game features a roster of 20 playable characters, each piloting a different giant robot from various anime series, including Mazinger Z, Gundam, and Getter Robo.
Gameplay
Super Robot Spirits is a traditional 2D fighting game with 3D graphics. The game’s controls are simple and easy to learn, with each character having a variety of basic attacks, special moves, and super moves. The game also features a unique “Spirit Gauge” system, which allows players to power up their attacks and perform special moves.
The game’s roster is divided into three different weight classes: light, medium, and heavy. Light characters are fast and agile, but they have less health and attack power. Medium characters are well-rounded, with a good balance of speed, strength, and health. Heavy characters are slow and powerful, but they have less mobility.
Each character in Super Robot Spirits has their own unique playstyle and abilities. For example, Mazinger Z is a heavy character with powerful attacks, while Gundam is a medium character with a good balance of speed and strength. Getter Robo is a light character with high mobility and agility.
Story
The story of Super Robot Spirits is set in the year 2099. The Earth has been invaded by an alien race known as the Grados Empire. The Grados Empire is led by the evil Emperor Grados, who seeks to conquer the Earth and enslave its people.
A group of resistance fighters, known as the Super Robot Army, has been formed to fight against the Grados Empire. The Super Robot Army is made up of pilots from various anime series, including Mazinger Z, Gundam, and Getter Robo.
The Super Robot Army must travel to different planets and fight their way through the Grados Empire’s forces. Along the way, they will recruit new members and upgrade their robots. The ultimate goal of the Super Robot Army is to defeat Emperor Grados and liberate the Earth from his tyranny.
Characters
The roster of Super Robot Spirits includes 20 playable characters, each piloting a different giant robot from various anime series. The characters are divided into three different weight classes: light, medium, and heavy.
Light characters:
- Mazinger Z
- Gundam
- Getter Robo
- GaoGaiGar
- Voltes V
Medium characters:
- Combattler V
- Daitarn 3
- God Sigma
- Gunbuster
- Ideon
Heavy characters:
- Great Mazinger
- Getter Robo G
- Gurren Lagann
- Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann
- Zeorymer
Reception
Super Robot Spirits was released in Japan in 1998 to positive reviews. Critics praised the game’s graphics, gameplay, and roster of characters. However, the game was criticized for its lack of online multiplayer and its short story mode.
Super Robot Spirits was a commercial success in Japan, selling over 500,000 copies. The game was never released outside of Japan, but it has since been fan translated into English.
Legacy
Super Robot Spirits is considered to be one of the best versus fighting games on the Nintendo 64. The game’s unique gameplay mechanics and roster of characters have made it a favorite among fans of the Super Robot Wars series.
Super Robot Spirits has also been cited as an influence on later versus fighting games, such as Super Smash Bros. Melee and Marvel vs. Capcom 2.
Conclusion
Super Robot Spirits is a fun and challenging versus fighting game for the Nintendo 64. It’s a must-play for fans of the Super Robot Wars series and for anyone who loves giant robots.
Review Score
7.5/10
