From the publisher
Official Press Release Dated December 01, 2006
Shining Force EXA plunges gamers into stunning interactive worlds of swords and sorcery that the classic series is best known for. An all-new Fortress System brings deeper strategic elements than ever before, allowing players to develop their home base into a thriving arsenal that will ensure their success in battle. As either Toma, a talented sword fighter boy, or Cyrille, a cunning female sorceress, players will restore order in a world ravaged by decades of war. They will lead their battle parties into combat with strategic campaigns and defend their home base against the encroaching beasts. Features
» Tactical battles with deeper strategy. Implement aggressive offensive and defensive strategies to protect your fortress and fend off encroaching enemies. » Defend your Fortress with your own battle style. When you're not leading your battle party, guard your base with five battle types - Basic Mode, Bombardment, Recovery, Enemy Scouting, and Absolute Defense. » Two playable heroes in one adventure. Bring peace to the war torn region with Toma's one-handed and two-handed sword attacks or Cyrille's long-range magic spells and crossbow attacks. » Revamped Party AI. Utilize the specific battle tactics of your party members for more power and range in battle. » Develop and customize your warriors. Upgrade your character through battle experiences and customize them with hundreds of items and weapons to make the ultimate warriors. » Alter the behavior of your party members. By equipping different items on party members, players will be able to tune the behavior and personality of the characters. » Enhanced Power Arts System. Players will master different Power Arts and unleash a wide variety of powerful magic attacks
From the publisher
SAN FRANCISCO (September 21, 2006)
SEGA of America, Inc. today announced Shining Force EXA exclusively for the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system. Shining Force EXA marks an entirely new storyline that builds upon the fast-paced action-RPG and stunning anime cut-scenes in the legendary Shining series. The game introduces a new Fortress System that allows players to experience two sides of the battle by using aggressive offensive and defensive strategies to protect their Geo Fortress, the player's home base, and fend off encroaching enemies. With enhanced party command abilities, improved character customization, multiple playable characters, and a distinctive art style, Shining Force EXA turns up the strategic component while offering players a deep sense of personal involvement in battles.
"The Shining franchise has provided deep plotlines and exciting gameplay throughout its long running history," said Scott A. Steinberg, Vice President of Marketing, SEGA of America, Inc. "New innovations such as the Fortress System and enhanced party commands add a new layer of strategic gameplay to Shining Force EXA that delivers a compelling experience for today's gamers." The world of Shining Force EXA has long been steeped in devastating wars and oppression. Two bitter nations wage constant war upon each other by summoning armies of beasts and demons. Now, decades later, neither side has gained any perceivable advantage over the other, while the world and its people lay ravaged and devastated by the ceaseless fighting. Players take the role of two characters in Shining Force EXA; Toma, a warrior who holds the power to wield the Shining Force, is destined to unite the divided world in which he lives; and Cyrille, a powerful sorceress who fights to create a better future for her homeland. Together Toma and Cyrille embark on a quest to bring peace and order back to their war-ravaged world. Shining Force EXA debuts an innovative Fortress System by which players manage the growth, layout, and defense of the Geo Fortress, the player's home base. As players leave the Geo Fortress to go on missions and quests, they are kept abreast of events at the fortress. If at anytime the Geo Fortress is attacked during the quest, players must switch between parties and use members from the defensive force that were left to protect the fortress from invasion. The Geo Fortress can evolve during the game to match players' personal style and tactics. About SEGA of America, Inc.
SEGA of America, Inc. is the American Publishing arm of Tokyo, Japan-based SEGA Corporation, a worldwide leader in interactive entertainment both inside and outside the home. The company develops, publishes and distributes interactive entertainment software products for a variety of hardware platforms including PC, wireless devices, and those manufactured by Nintendo, Microsoft and Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. The SEGA of America, Inc. Web site is located at http://www.SEGA.com. * This item is also known as Shining Force Ikusa.
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