Metal Max: Return

Game Details:

Metal Max Returns is a classic RPG released by Data East on the SFC platform in 1995, and is an enhanced remake of the original Metal Max. The biggest feature of this game is its highly free gameplay: the game has no linear story restrictions, players can freely explore the world, accept tasks, upgrade tanks, and even directly challenge powerful bosses.

The game is set in a post-nuclear wasteland world, where the player, as a bounty hunter, can choose companions, form a team, collect powerful tanks and parts, and strengthen their weapons to deal with various dangerous enemies. The game also has a variety of professions, tasks, secret locations and other rich elements, making it highly playable.

The tank system is one of the core aspects of this game. Players can freely combine modules such as the tank's main gun, secondary gun, chassis, and engine to create personalized vehicles. In addition, the game uses a turn-based combat system that integrates tactical strategies for both human and tank battles.

Editor's Recommendation:

Metal Max Returns is a highly free JRPG that is still innovative even today. Compared to the linear flow of many traditional Japanese RPGs, this game has almost no mandatory tasks. You can directly run to challenge the strongest enemy after the start, but of course you will be crushed miserably.

The most attractive system is the tank modification: not only are there hundreds of parts combinations, but also different firepower combinations and car body aesthetics, truly realizing the fun of "personalized tanks". The hidden bosses, secret strongholds and interesting tasks in the game world also greatly enrich the exploration experience.

If you like the wasteland adventure feel of the Fallout series, and prefer the warm details and system depth of Japanese RPGs, Metal Max Returns will be your best choice.

Game Guide:

I. Starting Advice

After entering the game, it is recommended not to rush to collect tanks, but to familiarize yourself with the combat system and how to make money first. Hunting is the main source of income in the early stage, and you can quickly accumulate funds through "Bounty Heads".

II. Team Combination Suggestions

• Recommended early team order: Protagonist + Mechanic + Soldier.
• Mechanics can repair tanks, which is extremely important.
• Soldiers have high attack power and can quickly clear enemies.

III. Tank System Detailed Explanation

• How to obtain: There are hidden tanks all over the world, which need to be obtained by cracking door locks or defeating guarding enemies.
• Modification focus:
• Main gun: High attack range weapon, suitable for clearing the field.
• Engine: Determines the load capacity, which affects whether heavy guns can be installed.
• Armor: Determines survivability, don't be stingy with investment in the early stage.

IV. Task Suggestions

• Pay attention to the information in the town, many hidden tasks are triggered by dialogue.
• High-bounty Bosses will respawn in specific locations, and defeating them can earn a lot of money and parts.

V. Survival Tips

• Enemies are frequently encountered in the wild, try to keep the tank in complete condition at all times.
• If you encounter an enemy that you really can't beat, you can "abandon the car and escape", saving your life is the most important thing.

VI. Hidden Elements

• Some tanks such as "Tiger King" or "Monster Car" are of great collection value, pay attention to town prompts and clues for exploring ruins.
• Interesting Easter eggs such as walking with dogs, gambling houses, etc. are also worth a try.