10101: "Will" the Starship

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10101: "Will" the Starship casts you as the leader of a starship tasked with fending off hostile forces across the cosmos. You direct combat through a mix of real-time shooting and RPG-style strategy, balancing offensive maneuvers with resource management to keep your vessel operational. The story follows a straightforward mission to protect the ship while figuring out a conflict with an alien threat. Gameplay leans into classic 90s sci-fi tropes with a focus on action and dialogue choices that influence crew interactions. The game stands out for its early PlayStation-era voice acting featuring Kyoko Hikami and Akira Ishida, a rarity at the time. Though dated by modern standards, its no-frills approach to space combat and character-driven moments earned a niche following. Released in 1997, it remains a curiosity for fans of retro Japanese RPGs with a emphasis on vocal performances.