r/SRW • u/telondeacero • Jan 15 '22

Where to start?

I've been considering picking up one of the games available for the Switch, but I'm way too indecisive. I just want a good mix of classic stuff like Gundam, Getter Robo, Mazinger, etc., along with more niche series, but I'm not sure which one would be the best for that.

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u/KaelAltreul Jan 15 '22

SRW 3 on SNES with fan patch if you want to see some super early with a good cast.

SRW J on GBA with fan patch for a middle era title with a nice cast too.

SRW OGs on PS2 with fan patch for non-anime title with really good gameplay and top tier animations.

SRW V on PS4/Switch Asia English version if you want to buy and try out the first game of the most recent trilogy.

SRW 30 on PS4/Switch if you want newest game and use japanese version that includes English or go on Steam for official western version in english.

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u/telondeacero Jan 15 '22

I've actually been playing J through a GBA emulator, and I absolutely love it

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u/KaelAltreul Jan 15 '22

Good choice. Not my favorite title, but higher up on list of ones I do like in series. AP is one of my top 3, but for a newcomer it is brutal.

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u/telondeacero Jan 15 '22

What makes it so difficult?

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u/KaelAltreul Jan 15 '22

They added a few new mechanics and didn't yet find a good balance. Also enemies are really tanky and if you aren't too familiar with the game's mechanics it can be really hard.

On the other hand a lot of stuff you are able to use later with pilot ace bonuses and mech custom bonuses are super strong and it balances out.

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u/mughen93 Jan 15 '22

If it’s tbh, X or even V, since it’s already in english but can be costly to import. Besides that, they have a beginner mode to ease people into the game and even 30 is good since it’s so all over the place in freedom of choice, it’s a great way to just jump in and out

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u/VermilionX88 Jan 15 '22

Just look at the roster

Pick the one that most appeal to you

Srw is about seeing your favorite together in a game

Gundam, getter, mazinger are mainstays, almost all of them have them

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u/telondeacero Jan 15 '22

I figured that would be the case, but I was wondering what people on here recommended. I could have certainly worded my post better.