Genre: First-Person Shooter
Developer: Bandai, Studio Orphee
Publisher: Bandai
Year: 1996
Platform: Sega Saturn
“Kidou Senshi Gundam Gaiden I: Senritsu no Blue” is a first-person action shooting game developed by Bandai and Studio Orphee for the Sega Saturn. Released in 1996, it is the first installment in the “Gundam Side Story” trilogy, set during the One Year War period of the Mobile Suit Gundam universe. The game offers players an original storyline, distinguishing it from other Gundam titles that are adaptations of the anime series.
The narrative follows Yuu Kajima, a pilot who finds himself piloting the RX-79[G] Gundam Ground Type. As the story unfolds, Kajima becomes entangled in the conflicts and challenges faced by the Earth Federation Forces. The game introduces players to various characters and settings unique to this storyline, expanding the Gundam universe with new perspectives and experiences.
Gameplay focuses on first-person combat, where players navigate through various missions, engaging in battles against enemy mobile suits and ground forces. The controls are designed to provide an immersive experience, allowing players to feel the weight and power of the mobile suits they command. The game also incorporates elements of strategy, requiring players to make tactical decisions during missions.
Graphically, “Senritsu no Blue” utilizes the Sega Saturn’s capabilities to deliver detailed environments and fluid animations. The mobile suits are intricately designed, staying true to the Gundam aesthetic. The game also features voice acting and a dynamic soundtrack, enhancing the overall atmosphere and bringing the story to life.
