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Sunrider 4: The Captain's Return

Captain Kayto Shields returns from exile in Sunrider 4: The Captain’s Return for a new space adventure!

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February 8, 2023
3 years and 176 days ago
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About the Game

Captain Kayto Shields returns from exile in Sunrider 4: The Captain’s Return for a new space adventure!

The highly anticipated sequel to Sunrider: Liberation Day, The Captain’s Return is the stunning continuation of the Sunrider saga as Asaga, Ava, Sola, Icari, Claude, and the other former members of the Sunrider crew resume their war against the forces of the Crimson Fleet. New characters will join the cast and a hoard of new and old villains will stand in the way of our heroes. From the shadows, an ancient evil has arrived to rule the galaxy! Beware captain: This will be your most dangerous mission yet!

Features
  • Fight your way through over 40 turn-based tactical battle scenarios
  • Completely redesigned Turn-Based Tactical RPG gameplay will test your mettle as a space captain
  • Upgrade your squadron of mechs and customize their loadouts to suit your play style
  • Experience the thrilling continuation of Captain Shields’ story. Return from exile and reclaim your name. But beware: An armada of both old and new enemies stand in your way!
  • Chat with the beautiful members of your team to earn their loyalty and unlock new, powerful abilities
  • Unleash powerful orders during battles to turn the tide
  • Summon mercenaries to supplement your mecha squadron
  • Extensive difficulty options are available to suit players of all skill levels
  • Features partial Japanese voicing
  • Controller supported