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Panzer Dragoon Saga (1998)

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Game Overview

Panzer Dragoon Saga, known as Azel: Panzer Dragoon RPG in Japan, is a role-playing video game developed by Team Andromeda and published by Sega for the Sega Saturn in 1998. It is the third entry in the Panzer Dragoon series and marks a significant departure from the rail shooter gameplay of its predecessors.

Set in a post-apocalyptic world, the game follows Edge, a young mercenary who bonds with a powerful dragon and embarks on a quest for revenge and discovery. With its unique blend of exploration, turn-based combat, and cinematic storytelling, Panzer Dragoon Saga pushed the boundaries of what was possible on the Sega Saturn.

Key Features

Historical Significance

Panzer Dragoon Saga is widely regarded as one of the greatest RPGs ever made and a swan song for the Sega Saturn. Despite its limited release and the Saturn's struggles in the market, the game received universal acclaim for its innovative gameplay, cinematic presentation, and compelling narrative.

The game's development was notably challenging, pushing the Sega Saturn to its limits and requiring the game to be split across four discs. Its limited production run, combined with its critical acclaim, has made Panzer Dragoon Saga one of the most sought-after and valuable games for collectors.

Collectibility

Panzer Dragoon Saga is one of the rarest and most valuable games for the Sega Saturn. Its limited initial production run, estimated at only 30,000 copies for North America, has made complete copies of the game extremely scarce and highly prized by collectors.

The game's value has steadily increased over the years, with complete copies often fetching prices in the thousands of dollars. Even loose discs are considered valuable. The game has never been rereleased or ported to other systems, further enhancing its status as a unique collector's item.

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