Vixen 357 (1992). Play online

Summary

Vixen 357 is a 1992 tactical war game that landed only on the Sega Mega‑Drive in Japan. What makes it stand out is its strategic depth combined with anime‑style cutscenes that unfold the story scene by scene.

The title uses a battery‑backed save system, letting you revive characters that fell in a careless move—something rare for the era. Its original retail price was ¥8,880, and a long‑awaited English‑language version was teased in 2019 by Super Fighter Team, promising a $63 launch before being shelved. Even though it never officially arrived here, the game’s blend of turn‑based planning and vivid storytelling still draws curiosity from collectors and retro fans alike.

Storyline

Vixen 357 takes place in the late 25th century, immersing the player in a futuristic world. The game introduces a roster of characters whose personal development is woven into the storyline. Each character’s fate is directly linked to the player’s actions, and losing a character can trigger a game‑over. This mechanic makes the survival of every ally essential to progressing through the game.