SD Hero Soukessen - Taose! Aku no Gundan (Japan)

SD Hero Soukessen - Taose! Aku no Gundan is an engaging tactical role-playing game (Tactical RPG) released on the Super Famicom console. The game brings together three iconic Japanese hero franchises in their Super Deformed (SD) forms: Ultraman, Kamen Rider, and Gundam. The player's main objective is to assemble a powerful army of heroes to fight against the "Evil Army" (Aku no Gundan) threatening the universe.

The gameplay of SD Hero Soukessen - Taose! Aku no Gundan unfolds in turns on a grid-based map. Players will move their units across the map, capture strategic points, and engage enemies. Each hero unit belongs to one of the three main factions: Ultraman, Kamen Rider, or Gundam, and each faction possesses unique abilities and attributes. Gundam units are typically strong in ranged attacks with various beam weapons, Ultraman has powerful special attacks and flight capabilities, while Kamen Rider excels in close combat with powerful kicks and punches.

When two units meet on the map, the game transitions to a more detailed combat screen. Here, players will select commands for attacking, defending, or using special skills. The outcome of battles depends on unit stats, the type of attack used, and a random factor. Units gain experience points after each battle, helping to increase their power and unlock new skills, thereby enhancing the overall combat capability of the team. Strategy plays a crucial role in squad formation, target selection, and utilizing terrain to gain an advantage.

The game features multiple stages with various objectives, ranging from defeating all enemies to defending a stronghold. The charming SD graphics still retain the distinctive features of each character, combined with heroic music, creating an engaging entertainment experience for fans of all three hero universes.