10 Gaming Franchises You Didn't Realise Are Still Around
4. Disgaea
Even though turn-based games are renowned for their larger-than-life battles, nothing compares to Disgaea.
Released by Nippon in 2003, Disgaea: Hour of Darkness made an immediate impression, with the over-powered heroes able to unleash billions or trillions of HP damage on enemies. The extravagant title also stood out for its cheeky humour, flexible strategies, and focus on puzzle-solving in combat. It wasn't a mainstream hit, but Disgaea built a passionate following that allowed the developers to crank out numerous sequels and over a dozen spin-offs.
But after 2015, the zany property apparently vanished into thin air. Ports and remasters continued but nothing new came of the over-the-top saga for a long time. When the underwhelming Disgaea 6 was finally released, it made a strong argument to retire the brand for good.
Rather than giving up, Nippon released a new instalment in 2023. It didn't get much fanfare, but this entry was a welcome return to form. Disgaea 7 recaptured the spirit of the original while incorporating awesome new mechanics, including the ability to turn your party into giants. It also featured a competitive multiplayer, which was a first in the series.
With Disgaea 7 soon to be re-released with all the DLC, now is the perfect time to check it out.