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Fuga: Melodies of Steel is an RPG where you place children, each with their own unique characteristics and skills, at different gun turrets in a tank to fight against the enemy.

Fuga: Melodies of Steel is a rpg, strategy and jrpg game developed and published by CyberConnect2.
Released on July 28th 2021 is available only on Windows in 12 languages: English, French, Italian, Spanish - Spain, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, German, Korean, Spanish - Latin America, Portuguese - Brazil and Russian.

It has received 1,123 reviews of which 1,049 were positive and 74 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. 😎

The game is currently priced at 39.99€ on Steam, but you can find it for less on Eneba.


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Windows
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS *: Windows 7/8/10 (64-bit OS required)
  • Processor: AMD Phenom II X4 940, 3.0 GHz / Intel Core i3-2100, 3.10 GHz
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Radeon HD 6870, 1 GB / GeForce GTX 460, 768 MB
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 3 GB available space
  • Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card or onboard chipset

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Oct. 2025
I just finished FUGA, I absolutely love it! I did it without firing the soul cannon once, therefore had a full party at the end. Apparently there are other endings if you don't, I assume they're depressing AF so I'm not interested. I have a couple more achievements I'd like to try and get, so I might give it a quick replay, it has an NG+ that carries over data. I also have FUGA 2 lined up! My friend nicknamed FUGA 'Howl's Moving Tank' and I see the resemblance, lol. But with furries, all the furries! The music in this game is amazing, the art is gorgeous too. Gameplay wise it gets a little repetitive but the system is interesting and it gets tough by the time you learn how to master it. The constant options between safe, normal and dangerous paths you can switch between at junctions, is an interesting way to do difficulty. As well as normal leveling, you upgrade your vehicle with found and bartered items, and improve combo attacks by letting the kids enjoy themselves and socialise at certain points, which is adorable! Keeping up the kids' mood also gives them buffs, while letting them get depressed or injured causes serious debuffs. There is an option constantly available if you're running low on HP, to activate your Soul Cannon, which perma-kills a character to do massive damage to the enemy. This game can get quite dark like that - at the end of the day, you're little kids surviving in wartime, and it doesn't sugar coat this! I was worried it'd be too depressing for me but it provides a nice balance. The last thing I like about this game is that it connects to a few other games, Tail Concerto and SolatoRobo, and there is a wider, consistent world.
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Aug. 2025
Fuga: Melodies of Steel is a uniquely emotional and strategically engaging tactical RPG that tells the poignant story of a group of children caught in the turmoil of war. Set in a war-torn world inspired by historical conflicts but with a fantasy twist, the game masterfully balances heartfelt narrative moments with challenging, turn-based combat. What truly sets Fuga apart is its ability to blend the innocence and resilience of childhood with the harsh realities of survival, creating a deeply affecting experience that resonates beyond typical strategy games. The gameplay centers on commanding a small squad of children as they navigate battlefields aboard a massive, tank-like war machine known as the Taranis. Combat takes place on grid-based maps where positioning, unit abilities, and environmental factors play critical roles. Each child has distinct skills and roles, from frontline fighters to support characters, and players must carefully coordinate their actions to overcome increasingly difficult enemies. The presence of the tank adds a unique layer of tactical depth, serving both as protection and a mobile base of operations. Managing the Taranis’s resources—such as fuel, ammunition, and repairs—is essential and forces players to strategize beyond just battlefield tactics, emphasizing survival and long-term planning. Exploration is interwoven with the combat, as players move through devastated landscapes, abandoned towns, and war-ravaged villages in search of allies and supplies. These moments allow players to uncover pieces of the story, learn more about each character’s background, and gather resources necessary for survival. The game’s art style, featuring charming yet expressive anime-inspired character designs and beautifully rendered environments, contrasts poignantly with the grim subject matter. This visual approach enhances the emotional weight of the story, highlighting both the innocence of the protagonists and the devastation surrounding them. Narratively, Fuga: Melodies of Steel excels at delivering a mature and compelling tale about the cost of war and the strength of hope. The children are not mere pawns in a conflict but fully realized characters with hopes, fears, and growth arcs that unfold over the course of the journey. The game does not shy away from difficult themes such as loss, sacrifice, and the moral ambiguity of war. Player choices influence the story’s outcome and character relationships, adding a layer of emotional investment and replayability. The dialogue is well-written, balancing moments of levity and warmth against the backdrop of an unforgiving world, making the narrative both engaging and heartfelt. The soundtrack complements the game’s atmosphere beautifully, featuring haunting melodies that capture the bittersweet tone of the story. Music swells during key battles and quiet moments alike, enhancing immersion and emotional resonance. Sound design also adds depth to the experience, from the clanking of the tank to the distant echoes of conflict, further grounding players in the game’s somber world. While Fuga: Melodies of Steel delivers a memorable experience, it is not without its challenges. The resource management aspect can feel punishing at times, requiring careful planning and sometimes grinding to maintain supplies and keep the Taranis operational. Combat difficulty ramps up steadily, which may present a steep learning curve for players unfamiliar with tactical RPGs. Some pacing issues arise during exploration phases where the momentum slows between combat encounters, potentially affecting engagement for those who prefer faster gameplay. Additionally, a few minor technical hiccups, such as occasional UI awkwardness, have been noted but do not detract significantly from the overall experience. In conclusion, Fuga: Melodies of Steel is a remarkable blend of tactical gameplay and emotionally charged storytelling. Its compelling characters, challenging combat, and immersive world-building combine to create a truly impactful journey. The game stands out as a poignant exploration of war through the eyes of children, delivering a message of resilience and hope amid despair. For fans of strategy RPGs who appreciate narrative depth and meaningful player choice, Fuga: Melodies of Steel offers a rewarding and unforgettable adventure. Rating: 9/10
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May 2025
I picked this game up on a whim and didn’t know what to expect outside of furry ww2 simulator. What I got was a heartfelt story about the horrors of war, the pain of sacrifice and the power to defy it all. At its core, the gameplay loop is a very satisfying one to learn and master. You choose your route through a stage, picking a relative difficulty for your tank’s needs, fight battles against some interesting but not very varied enemies and stop at intermission points to develop the tank and friendships between the children. The battles themselves were the main source of friction, and I say that with a level of pride. The friction came in the stress of knowing that at low HP, the soul cannon would be active and present as both the hail mary and threat that it is, a win at a cost. The friction came in at the route splits, looking at the state of my tank and need for upgrades and deciding if now is the time to play it safe or risk it all for an elite battle. The friction came in when one of my children became injured, risking a KO for them, but with them being vital to shredding the armor of the boss quickly so I can win and end the fight. At the end, this friction faded in a way that was still satisfying. After feeling out matched by an invading army, my children of the Taranis were resolved to end things and they walked through the final chapter like the Steel Demon of lore. As for the children themselves, most of them were super cute and that was most of their personality. I was endeared to them, but a massive shout out to Jin and Britz for having the best writing of them. I’m aware that this is a story in a larger setting, with games on the DS and other older systems, I might give them a go to see more of this setting. As of writing this review, I’ve not started the second game and I’m excited to see where the story of these children goes… Because I’m the oldest, and I have to protect them, right?
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May 2025
I find it really hard for a video game to move me, but this one did, with very little. It's not so much the gameplay—although it's simple in its own way and satisfying (watching Nazi tanks explode)—it's the story, and above all, the music. It's something you don't forget.
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Feb. 2025
TL;DR This game is designed to play again with a new game + so don't feel the need to hammer yourself to pieces in the hard battles or try to upgrade everything. You literally can't max everything in one go, so just do what feels right. It took me about 15 hours to get through the campaign. (This includes time I played the demo that's not included in my total playtime stat). I approached this game blind, and not realizing I've played other games by the same developers years ago on the Nintendo DS set in the same world. These games share the writer and composer with FUGA. The world, characters, and story are what drives this game. At several points it made me legitimately emotional as things developed and we learn more about these characters and the struggles they endure. Gameplay can be a bit... repetitive? I'm a big fan of turn based strategy games but I usually that entails maneuvering and planning ahead where this is more, shuffling your crew. A different experience from say X-Com or Fire Emblem were you have to worry about an entire battlefield as opposed to focusing on a single unit. Get attached to the crew, they're all lovely. I'll be moving on to the sequel for sure.
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Fuga: Melodies of Steel is currently priced at 39.99€ on Steam.

Fuga: Melodies of Steel is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 39.99€ on Steam.

Fuga: Melodies of Steel received 1,049 positive votes out of a total of 1,123 achieving a rating of 8.82.
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Fuga: Melodies of Steel was developed and published by CyberConnect2.

Fuga: Melodies of Steel is playable and fully supported on Windows.

Fuga: Melodies of Steel is not playable on MacOS.

Fuga: Melodies of Steel is not playable on Linux.

Fuga: Melodies of Steel is a single-player game.

There are 17 DLCs available for Fuga: Melodies of Steel. Explore additional content available for Fuga: Melodies of Steel on Steam.

Fuga: Melodies of Steel does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

Fuga: Melodies of Steel does not support Steam Remote Play.

Fuga: Melodies of Steel is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

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Fuga: Melodies of Steel
Rating
8.8
1,049
74
Game modes
Features
Online players
18
Developer
CyberConnect2
Publisher
CyberConnect2
Release 28 Jul 2021
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