Today marks the global release of *Alphadia III* on Android, the third installment in the acclaimed Alphadia series, brought to you by publisher KEMCO and developer EXE CREATE. Initially launched in Japan in October of the previous year, the game is now accessible to a worldwide audience.
What’s the Story in Alphadia III?
Set in the year 970 of the Alphadian calendar, *Alphadia III* plunges players into the climactic phase of the Energi War, a fierce battle for control over the enigmatic life force known as energi. The world is split into three dominant powers: the Schwarzschild Empire to the north, the Nordsheim Kingdom to the west, and the Luminea Alliance to the east, each vying for supremacy.
As tensions reach a boiling point, the narrative introduces us to Alfonso, a clone soldier whose life takes a dramatic turn following a visit from a girl named Tarte. She brings news of the death of another clone, sparking a pivotal moment that sets Alfonso on his path.
What’s the Gameplay Like?
*Alphadia III* retains the series' signature turn-based combat system, presented in a classic side-view pixel art style. Players can utilize SP Skills that build up over the course of battles and, when used strategically, can dramatically shift the tide of combat in their favor.
The game introduces Arrays, which are tactical battle formations and strategies that unlock as you progress, offering varied approaches to combat based on the enemies you face. A novel feature, the Energi Crock, allows players to convert surplus items into Energi Elements over time, which can then be exchanged for equipment or other valuable items at in-game shops.
Throughout your journey, you'll encounter various factions such as the peacekeeping alliance Deval and the elite military unit Rosenkreutz from Nordsheim. Additionally, you'll come across different energi clone models, including the Berger Series from Nordsheim and the Delta Series from Schwarzschild.
Beyond the main storyline, *Alphadia III* offers a wealth of side content and is optimized for controller use. You can purchase the full version on the Google Play Store for $7.99, or opt for the freemium version on Android, which includes ads.
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