(Note: This technical study refers to Risk Assessment instruments, not the video game, though it shares the "RAR" nomenclature). SRG#147: Dark Deity 1 & 2 (Switch) - Super Rare Games
“The RAR and RAI instruments appear to hold more validity for male youth. Statistically significant findings were commonplace across several different outcome measures...” 147.rar
Reviewers often point out that while the games are a "love letter" to retro strategy, they also introduce modern conveniences like the removal of permadeath (replaced by a "Grave Injury" stat penalty system). (Note: This technical study refers to Risk Assessment
Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (.gov) · 5 years ago Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families
: Set in the world of Terrazael, you lead four students from the Brookstead Military Academy who are thrust into a global conflict. It focuses on a massive roster of over 30 playable characters and a complex branching class system.
: The games utilize a traditional grid-based, turn-based battle system. It emphasizes positioning and weapon triangles (though simplified compared to some peers).
: Like its inspirations, the games feature a "Bond" system where characters talk to each other between missions. These interactions provide permanent stat boosts and flesh out the narrative.