Oda Nobunaga - Haou no Gundan

Oda Nobunaga - Haou no Gundan is a strategy-RPG hybrid for the SNES where players take on the role of Oda Nobunaga, unifying Japan during the Sengoku period through 26 story-driven missions. Gameplay combines turn-based movement and unit management on an open map with real-time combat when engaging enemies, where players issue commands to armies to capture objectives like castles and towns. Story follows historical events with Nobunaga as the central figure, accompanied by generals such as Niwa Nagahide and Sakuma Nobumori; players control units with stats for strength, equipment like helmets and armor, and special abilities like inspiration rallies. Characters are based on historical figures, with Nobunaga as the hero and enemy forces as rival daimyō armies. What makes it stand out is its mission-based narrative structure, blending Koei-style strategy with Fire Emblem-like tactical depth and light RPG progression for individual units.