Utawarerumono: ZAN

Utawarerumono is a series of productions at the intersection of tactical RPGs and the visual novel genre, started in 2002 by the Leaf company. Utawarerumono: ZAN described here is a spin-off based on the second installment - Utawarerumono: Mask of Deception. The game was developed by the Aquaplus team and realized in the form of an action RPG with a combat system reminiscent of slashers.

Gameplay

In Utawarerumono: ZAN, events are viewed from a third-person perspective (TPP). Although the main character of the game is a man named Haku, we are given a range of other characters to choose from. We can form a team of up to four members, between whom we can switch freely.

Team and combat system

The individual characters are differentiated in terms of skills, statistics, and strengths and weaknesses. Our choice is important because the core of the gameplay involves engaging in dynamic fights with opponents. The combat system emphasizes constant movement, avoiding enemy attacks, and chaining strikes into combos. Additionally, the key to success is selecting the appropriate formation and skillfully using the so-called Zeal, which powers Chain Attacks and devastating Final Strikes.