Super Robot Wars Y Review – Tactical Strategy Meets Mecha Legends

The Super Robot Wars franchise has been a long-running staple for fans of tactical RPGs and anime mecha, and with Super Robot Wars Y, Bandai Namco once again blends nostalgia with modern innovation. The game is available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC, ensuring that fans on all platforms can dive into its strategic battles and crossover storylines.

Story and Setting

Super Robot Wars Y continues the franchise’s tradition of uniting beloved mecha from different anime universes. The “Y” in the title represents “Yggdrasil”, a central theme in the game’s narrative that ties together diverse storylines in a multiverse war.

Players encounter classic series such as Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Destiny, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Code Geass, and Mazinger Z, alongside newer entries from recent mecha anime. The narrative is structured as a multiverse collapse, with heroes and villains pulled together to fight for survival in epic, dialogue-driven campaigns.

Gameplay

At its core, Super Robot Wars Y remains a grid-based tactical RPG. Each unit has unique abilities, stats, and upgrade paths. The game offers:

Strategic combat where positioning, synergy, and timing are critical.
Customizable pilots and mecha, allowing players to upgrade weapons, armor, and abilities.
Cinematic battle animations faithful to the anime source material.
Branching story paths, influenced by player choices in key missions.

The addition of “Yggdrasil Bonds” is a new feature, letting players form special team synergies across anime universes, unlocking unique combo attacks and support skills.

Graphics and Performance

On PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC, the game runs at 4K resolution with smooth 60 FPS, offering crisp visuals and fast load times. The Switch version delivers slightly reduced resolution and framerate but maintains stable performance, making it a great option for handheld play.

The vibrant animations and attention to detail in recreating iconic anime mecha battles make this one of the most visually polished entries in the series.

Super Robot Wars Y is a love letter to mecha fans and strategy RPG enthusiasts. With its expansive roster, engaging combat system, and stunning visual fidelity, it’s one of the most complete entries in the franchise to date. While the learning curve may intimidate newcomers, dedicated fans will find endless hours of tactical satisfaction.

System Requirements

Minimum:
    Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    OS: Windows 10 / Windows 11
    Processor: Intel Core i3-8100 / AMD Ryzen 3 3100
    Memory: 8 GB RAM
    Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 Ti [1 GB] / AMD Radeon HD 7770 [2 GB] / Intel Arc A310 [4 GB]
    DirectX: Version 12
    Storage: 17 GB available space

Recommended:
    Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    OS: Windows 10 / Windows 11
    Processor: Intel Core i3-8100 / AMD Ryzen 3 3100
    Memory: 8 GB RAM
    Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 Ti [1 GB] / AMD Radeon HD 8950 [3 GB] / Intel Arc A380 [6 GB]
    DirectX: Version 12
    Storage: 17 GB available space