Bubblegum Crisis: Crime Wave

About

. Bubblegum Crisis: Crime Wave lets you play as one of the Knight Sabers in a mission-focused adventure set in a dystopian Tokyo. The story starts with Nene's disappearance tied to a rogue police figure, forcing you to pick your character and investigate from Sylia's apartment. Gameplay shifts between action scenes and decision-based dialogue, blending combat with narrative choices that shape the outcome. The PC-88/98 versions use top-down graphics and text to tell a mecha-centric mystery. The game’s strength lies in its character-driven branching paths, with each playable Saber offering unique abilities and perspectives. Though the 1989 release had basic visuals by modern standards, its blend of sci-fi action and early simulation elements earned it a cult spot among series fans. Cross Media Soft’s publication history and the PC-9800 exclusivity keep it niche, but its early-90s charm and direct sequel ties make it a curiosity for mecha enthusiasts.

Storyline

The opening sequence explains that an unexpected attack is taking place in Downtown Megatokyo. A mysterious imposter from the AD Police seems to be involved and shortly after Nene goes missing. The game begins in Sylia's apartment where you choose which Knight Saber will uncover Nene's mysterious disappearance.