TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children

I was really surprised at just how much attention the devs have given this game. Across the board from the UI, UX to the art direction, story/character details and so on... This game is a true passion project and should inspire much bigger studious to strive to match the level of work that has been put into this game. In a lot of regards, it just comes across as much better than those bigger games. It is a story based tactical rpg with a great number of builds available and a visual novel style story. Only similar to XCOM in it's combat style I'd say. I played through the game start to finish on hard difficulty and did most of the side content. It was quite a decent balance. Only struggled a bit with the violent cases. I should say I only played the non DLC chapter to completion. Will definitely return for the DLC to see it all through after a bit of a break (Probably early next year). I quite enjoyed the combat. The levels had good amount of variety with both enemy types and level layouts. Plus the amount of builds possible for each character meant I never really got sick of it. There were moments during some side quests where it did feel like I was fighting too many enemies, but I never got sick of the main scenario quests or the violent cases. I think most of it stemmed from having to replay certain maps to get side quest objectives complete. I would like side quests to be issued in a more streamlined manner to prevent this but it is not a big issue as it is. Though I will say the devs provide the option for difficulty changing and also a "challenge mode" where enemy builds are more varied. That would keep things fresh for sure, but I just stuck to hard difficulty for now :). The UI/UX also has been very well thought out and gives you a lot of options. From simple being able to control select multiple items in the workbench screens, to easy navigation in the mastery research stations.. Things like this should be present in every game! Then they also give various options to alter in the options menu and even different scales for speeding up friendly or enemy turns. It is insane how bigger studious fail to implement stuff like this in their massive budget games. The story was quite good as well. There was a surprising amount of humanity and groundedness to the characters that made it much more believable. Plus the world they have created is very intriguing with a rich history. I can easily say I found myself more involved with the world than a lot of the other bigger/popular RPGs. The base game only goes upto a certain point so there is a lot more that has been set up, or will be revealed in the DLC or their next game. Since I have not played those, I can say I was very satisfied with the progress that was there in Season 1. Even some of the side stuff with the animal species being affected by humans/other beasts had a bit of story going, which I thought was a great touch. The visuals for the game are great as well and the art pieces for different scenes were amazingly well done and brought the whole thing to life. The soundtrack/voice acting was good as well. I loved the comfy jazz vibes. The track Reminiscene was definitely my favorite. Overall, I have become a Dandylion fan. Keep up the great work lads! I look forward to playing the DLC/Banished children down the line :).

Possibly the best strategy game ever made when it comes to mechanical depth and customization, there's lots of moving parts, and it feels like the content is borderline neverending. Very satisfying to pull off a great build.

기계가 나오기 전까지는 재밌음 기계가 나온 시점부터 뇌절하더니 흔한 개발자들의 기싸움이 시작됨 누가봐도 잘못된 설계인데 장문으로 답글을 달 시간은 있지만 수치 몇 개 수정할 시간은 절대 없나봄

Still going through the game, but quite far in. The game is a great XCOM clone with a bigger focus on JRPG stats and abilities with unique characters. Objectives are diverse as well as choices on what police units you want helping, or where you start on the map. Playable characters are varied and fun, although there are clear powerhouses. In terms of the XCOM inspiration, you can take cover in the same way, but it's less essential here due to your characters being less vulnerable than the generic soldiers in XCOM. In terms of character customization, there's so much here. It would take a few paragraphs for me to lay it all out. Just imagine lots of perks, 4 specific perks combining into a special perk, etc. The story so far is a really mixed bag. The moments where it focuses on the main characters are good. The moments where it does flashbacks are bad, because it takes you out of the moment, especially if the flashback is about non main characters. This is easily the weakest part of the game. Even the story bits about the main characters end up being kinda flat. Usually just focuses on the character's core traits and motivation and that's it. Then again, I haven't finished the game. However, this is what I've experienced in my 60+ hours. In terms of value, this game is great. It's got a lot of meat to it for the price. Just don't expect an S tier story. It's by the numbers from what I've played. The characters themselves though are fun with good designs.

재미있게 했습니다. 후반부로 갈수록 동료들이 합류하는데, 일부 캐릭터는 너무 오래걸리네요. 딱 봐도 동료처럼 생겨서 합류할 줄 알았는데, 너무 질질끌어요. 차라리 등장을 잠깐 시켰다가 중간에는 아예 시키지 말아야죠. 계속 나오는데도 합류를 안해서 동료가 아닌가 했어요. 그리고 대체 범죄자들 배경스토리에 왜이렇게 길게 투자를 하는거죠? 세탁기 돌릴것도 아니면서 얘네는 범죄자지만 사정이 있습니다. 어쩌라는건지 모르겠네요. 과거에 사연이 있으면 테러 해도 된다는 것도 아니고 어차피 썰릴 얘들인데, 간략하게 풀어주면 되는데, 플레이어블 캐릭터들 이상으로 분량을 투자해주네요. 카리스마 악역도 아니고 실눈 악역도 아니고 배경비슷한 엑스트라 악역들일뿐입니다. 만약 악역에 플레이어가 애정을 가지길 원했으면 실패했고, 그게 아니면 그냥 분량늘리기입니다.

What a game. Pretty meh/not great story, characters are fine, designs do what they need to. But wow, gameplay loop is peak. So much fun playing the game, winning fights, getting incrementally stronger, just so much fun to play. Translation makes scenes a little more awkward and strange than they probably should be, but if you like xcom/fire emblem gameplay, this game is a 100/10 recommend.

很有趣的作品，它是我玩的第一款战旗游戏，让我体会到了战旗游戏的魅力！游戏体量挺大的，很耐玩，角色们很有个性，养成系统自由度高，能感受到制作组的用心和热爱~ 美中不足的地方是一些剧情翻译有些机翻的感觉，给我一种在看电影的感觉，别有一番韵味……（？） 总之很高兴能玩到这个游戏，我很喜欢它！^o^)/ ❤ 希望之后能玩到新作或者dlc

[h1][b]🎮 Reseña de TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children[/b][/h1] [h2]Resumen del Juego[/h2] TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children es ese RPG táctico por turnos que llega con cara de “indie humilde” y termina comportándose como el jefe final de tu tiempo libre. Controlas un grupo (sí, de esos donde te encariñas con uno y el juego se encarga de castigarte por ello) en combates estratégicos con vibra anime/2D, mucha planificación y un enfoque claro en progresión, builds y peleas metódicas. La primera impresión: “Qué bonito, qué colorido, qué atmosférico… seguro es relajado”. Ajá. Luego te das cuenta de que esto es estrategia por turnos con colmillo, donde cada turno importa y el juego te mira a los ojos y te dice: “¿Viniste en modo Casual? Qué tierno”. Por suerte trae dificultad ajustable y varias opciones de accesibilidad (subtítulos, tamaño de texto, controles de volumen, sin eventos rápidos), porque lo que no te exige con la IA te lo exige con decisiones. En resumen: un RPG táctico con protagonista femenina, enfoque de guerra/escuadrón, y un montón de contenido para quien disfruta optimizar. Si te gusta pensar, calcular y sentirte culpable por un movimiento mal hecho, este juego es tu terapia… o tu sentencia. [h2][b]Lo que te Recluta / Lo que te Deja en “Estado Alterado”[/b][/h2] Lo Bueno: ✅ 🧠 Combate táctico por turnos muy enfocado en estrategia real: posicionamiento, turnos y decisiones con peso. ✅ 📚 Contenido para rato: 263 logros… sí, el juego básicamente te está retando a firmar un contrato de permanencia. ✅ 🎛️ Accesibilidad y opciones: dificultad ajustable, subtítulos, texto ajustable, sin eventos rápidos, controles de volumen personalizados. ✅ ☁️ Steam Cloud + Préstamo familiar: te deja continuar donde sea y compartir la “bendición” con alguien que te caiga mal. ✅ 🎴 Cromos y logros: el combo perfecto para el que juega y para el que “colecciona dopamina” en Steam. Lo No Tan Bueno: ❌ 🎮 Compatibilidad parcial con mando: o sea, funciona… pero con ese “pero” que te hace volver al teclado/ratón con resignación. ❌ 🧩 Demasiadas ganas de ser profundo: si vienes por “Casual”, te va a dar risa… y luego te va a dar sueño si no amas min-maxear. ❌ 🧾 263 logros pueden sentirse como lista de tareas: excelente para completionists, agotador para gente con vida (dicen que existen). ❌ 👥 Comunidad activa baja (111 jugadores): no afecta al single player, pero sí al “ruido” de comunidad, guías frescas y conversación constante. [h2]Tabla de Evaluación[/h2] [table] [tr][th]Aspecto[/th][th]Puntuación (0-10)[/th][th]Comentario[/th][/tr] [tr][td]Jugabilidad[/td][td]9[/td][td]Tácticas por turnos adictivas: un turno mal y te acuerdas toda la semana.[/td][/tr] [tr][td]Dificultad / IA[/td][td]8[/td][td]Exigente y ajustable: te deja elegir cómo sufrir.[/td][/tr] [tr][td]Contenido[/td][td]9[/td][td]Entre progreso y 263 logros, esto es una relación seria.[/td][/tr] [tr][td]Gráficos / Video[/td][td]7[/td][td]2D/anime colorido y cumplidor: no presume, pero funciona.[/td][/tr] [tr][td]Historia[/td][td]8[/td][td]Buena trama y tono de escuadrón: te atrapa más de lo que esperas.[/td][/tr] [tr][td]Ambientación[/td][td]8[/td][td]Atmosférico y con identidad: se siente “mundo” y no solo mapas.[/td][/tr] [tr][td]Efectos (VFX)[/td][td]7[/td][td]Efectos sólidos; no te ciegan, pero sí venden el impacto.[/td][/tr] [tr][td]Música[/td][td]7[/td][td]Acompaña bien: correcta, funcional y sin robarse el show.[/td][/tr] [tr][td]Voces[/td][td]6[/td][td]Cumplen, pero no es el gancho principal del paquete.[/td][/tr] [tr][td]Diversidad[/td][td]6[/td][td]Protagonista femenina y roles de grupo; bien, pero sin presumir variedad enorme.[/td][/tr] [tr][td]Rendimiento[/td][td]8[/td][td]Experiencia estable típica de 2D táctico; no debería darte guerra.[/td][/tr] [tr][td]Rejugabilidad[/td][td]8[/td][td]Estrategia + builds + logros: siempre hay otra forma de optimizar.[/td][/tr] [tr][td][b]Total Puntuaciones (Excelente)[/b][/td][td][b]7.8[/b][/td][td]Táctico robusto, largo y exigente: casi imprescindible si amas el género.[/td][/tr] [/table] [h2]Conclusión (Excelente)[/h2] TROUBLESHOOTER: Abandoned Children es el típico juego que te dice “soy indie” y luego te avienta un sistema táctico serio, contenido abundante y una progresión que te engancha como si estuvieras armando el escuadrón definitivo para pagar impuestos… pero con espadas, poderes y drama. Es divertido, sí, pero a su manera: la diversión de pensar, planear y ganar por mérito (o perder por terco). Lo controversial: no es para todos, y no debería fingir que lo es. El que entra buscando algo “tranqui” por los géneros, puede rebotar cuando vea que el juego quiere compromiso, paciencia y neuronas. Y aun así, con solo 111 jugadores activos, el juego sigue sosteniéndose por lo que importa en single player: contenido, táctica y una campaña que te empuja a seguir. Con 9153 recomendaciones totales, está claro que la comunidad que lo jugó lo defendió con uñas y builds rotas. Si te gustan los RPG tácticos por turnos, aquí hay calidad real. Si no, bueno… siempre puedes volver a apretar un botón para “ganar” en otros lados. [h3]Recomendación de Compra (Recomendado)[/h3] Puntuación Total: 7.8/10 Número de jugadores activos al momento de hacer esta review: 111 Descuento máximo registrado: -70% Veredicto: [i]Recomendado: si te gusta la táctica dura y la progresión profunda, te va a absorber; si buscas algo “Casual”, te va a educar a la fuerza.[/i] Si eres fan de estrategia por turnos y RPG táctico con enfoque en escuadrón, cómpralo cuando estés listo para invertir tiempo y cabeza. Si lo tuyo es jugar “para desconectarte”, este juego no te desconecta: te recluta.