Suikoden II

A young boy from the town Kyaro, adopted and raised by a martial artist together with his sister Nanami, now serves in a Highland army, in a youth squad, together with his best friend Jowy. Their camp is attacked during the night. The two friends escape and jump down from a high cliff into a river. Soon the two become involved in a political struggle, as several nations seek an alliance against a powerful country led by an insane, bloodthirsty prince. What will destiny bring to the young heroes? What will they achieve in their lives? Will they fight together or will their paths be separate from now on?

The game features turn-based party combat, allowing up to six active player-controlled combatants. Additionally, there are strategic battles where players must move squads on a grid field, trying to surround the enemies and defeat them. Characters can equip runes that allow them to cast magic spells, with a unique feature of equipping up to three runes per character. Items are shared by the party rather than being restricted by individual inventories.

The game also includes various mini-games, some available only if specific characters are recruited.