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Vanguard Bandits
Not even Working Designs' loving attention to minite detail can hide the average-at-best strategy RPG elements of "Vanguard Bandits".
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It's well-done insofar as it does exactly what it's expected to do, and it scores points in a way for doing something hardly anyone else bothers with anymore, but I doubt anyone who doesn't happen to have an interest in the genre it occupies should have any interest in it at all.
The game often shows its age, especially graphically, but never feels antique; what it lacks in visual style it makes up with charm.
9
NeoSNEX
This is such a great hidden gem on the PS1! It has so much replay value with its many routes and the soundtrack is very catchy. It’s very easy to pickup and play and some of the later battle animations are fun to watch.
9
R0ckCrime
That games is so good.Would love and hd remake or at least in classic catalog on playstation store. Are remember when i first time played it as a kid on my playstation 1 and it was amazing experience.
10
DreamInc
This game was incredible, it’s a must play. The Genre - Firstly, a lot of the journalists critique is that they had to play this type of game, but it should be judged for what it is in its genre not whether you like that genre. The Gameplay - Built off the success of Final Fantasy tactics, and advanced itself in many ways. Music - Absolute banger music. Story - I felt invested to the story, it gave me important choices, control of varies ways to invest in my team , who I wanted to invest in, and this will impact the story. Character Depth - They hooked me in, I Hated the villains but thought they were so cool they just had that factor. There was nuance you had characters that were true villains, that weren’t really villains but were pawns and misguided, you had friends, allies and parental figures, love and loss. Gameplay Depth - Played this for years re doing content in different ways unlocking different endings, ATACs etc. Design - Mechs in medieval world was a unique take. All in all loved the Hero’s, the villains and the game.

Vanguard Bandits

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Apr 29, 2000
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Universal Acclaim
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PSX Nation
Not even Working Designs' loving attention to minite detail can hide the average-at-best strategy RPG elements of "Vanguard Bandits".
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IGN
It's well-done insofar as it does exactly what it's expected to do, and it scores points in a way for doing something hardly anyone else bothers with anymore, but I doubt anyone who doesn't happen to have an interest in the genre it occupies should have any interest in it at all.
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Universal Acclaim
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Sep 6, 2025
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DreamInc
This game was incredible, it’s a must play. The Genre - Firstly, a lot of the journalists critique is that they had to play this type of game, but it should be judged for what it is in its genre not whether you like that genre. The Gameplay - Built off the success of Final Fantasy tactics, and advanced itself in many ways. Music - Absolute banger music. Story - I felt invested to the story, it gave me important choices, control of varies ways to invest in my team , who I wanted to invest in, and this will impact the story. Character Depth - They hooked me in, I Hated the villains but thought they were so cool they just had that factor. There was nuance you had characters that were true villains, that weren’t really villains but were pawns and misguided, you had friends, allies and parental figures, love and loss. Gameplay Depth - Played this for years re doing content in different ways unlocking different endings, ATACs etc. Design - Mechs in medieval world was a unique take. All in all loved the Hero’s, the villains and the game.
Dec 8, 2021
10
Ogurechka
One of the best tactics and games entirely i've ever played. Have several story campaigns and endings, most of them you wont find without guides, same about skills for your squad. A real brilliant of ps1 era.
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GameSpot
The game often shows its age, especially graphically, but never feels antique; what it lacks in visual style it makes up with charm.
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All Game Guide
The colorful manual includes a Strategy Guide as well as comprehensive details on the combat, exploration, and role-playing aspects of Vanguard Bandits.
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TotalGames.net
Essentially, Vanguard Bandits is a series of battles linked via a fairly tedious story line. This could have been acceptable if the battles themselves were well implemented but sadly they’re not.
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Jun 6, 2021
10
LeonMagnusC
Love the game. one of the best tactics game in PS1. lots of lovable character, great music, great story with lots of branches. Makes you wanna replay the game to complete all the story lines.
Nov 21, 2017
10
Dark_Horse
Одна из лучших игр на Sony Playstation One сравнится с ней может только Front Mission 3 остальные игры в жанре пошаговой стратегии не настолько хороши, что бы упоминать их рядом с этой игрой.
Dec 22, 2014
10
henrimelo00
The best tactics game I ever played. It's so amazing that I don't tire of playing it. It's a beautiful game, and exciting game. Give it a chance, you'll love it too.
Dec 17, 2014
10
DishBish
If you love Turn Based Strategy games, this game is for you. I've played it 10 years ago and still amazes me how beautiful the combat and story is. Detailed customize on stats, gettings ATACs and different story routes are simply amazing. ALSO **** DA FAULKNER~
Sep 30, 2025
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NeoSNEX
This is such a great hidden gem on the PS1! It has so much replay value with its many routes and the soundtrack is very catchy. It’s very easy to pickup and play and some of the later battle animations are fun to watch.
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SummaryIn a world where technology and mythology are one, a young rebel and his ragtag crew are unwittingly drawn into a holy war being waged by the bloodthirsty General Faulkner and his mercenary forces. Guide the charasmatic Bastion as he realizes his destiny to lead the rebellion against the Junaris Kingdom, and to save the people of his wor... Read More
Rated Tfor Teen
  • PlayStation
Apr 29, 2000
  • S-Neo
Working Designs
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