About this game
Released in April 1998, Dragon Force II: Kamisarishi Daichi ni is the sequel to one of the Saturn's defining strategy RPGs, expanding the system of conquering territories, recruiting generals, and commanding armies of up to 100 soldiers in real-time battle. Never officially localised outside Japan, it became one of the most sought-after late-Saturn titles for Western collectors — a game that deepened everything its predecessor established, with a new cast of eight monarchs to play through and a score by anime veterans Kohei Tanaka and Hayato Matsuo.
Key Features
Eight playable monarchs each with distinct stories, armies, and magical abilities — full replayability across multiple campaigns; expanded general recruitment roster with over 100 unique characters to find and command; real-time battlefield command of up to 100 soldiers per unit, with formation tactics; territory management system for building and defending a kingdom across a large map; Kohei Tanaka and Hayato Matsuo's orchestral score.
The Story Behind
Dragon Force II arrived near the end of the Saturn's commercial lifespan, a period when Sega was already transitioning toward the Dreamcast. Despite this, it represents some of the richest strategy RPG design on the platform — a genre that the Saturn hosted better than almost any other console of its era. Its Japan-only status placed it permanently out of reach for most Western players, fuelling the collector mystique that surrounds late Saturn software.
Tricks & Tales
Dragon Force II's eight-monarch structure meant that completing all stories required enormous time investment — players who wanted to see every narrative thread had to complete the game eight times over. The roster of generals, scattered across the map and sometimes requiring specific conditions to recruit, gave the game a depth of exploration unusual for a strategy title of the era. The commercial soundtrack, released on the same day as the game, featured Kohei Tanaka — known for One Piece, Dragon Ball Z, and Sailor Moon — lending the score a cinematic quality that stood apart from most Saturn games.
Collector's Guide
Region & Compatibility
Japan exclusive. Never officially released outside Japan. The first Dragon Force was localised for North America by Working Designs in 1996.
Available in our shop
Hand-cleaned and tested units shipped worldwide from Toyohashi, Japan. HP direct purchase exclusive: we include a printed shop owner's note card with every order.
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