Third World War

Getting started

When you boot up the game you'll see a title screen and a menu in Japanese, as this was a Japan-only release. Press Start to proceed then navigate the menu using the D-pad and confirm with the A button (X key). The game is entirely in Japanese so if you don't read the language you'll have to rely on trial and error or a translation guide. The core loop involves moving your units across a map, engaging enemy forces when adjacent, and managing resources like supply lines. You win by eliminating the opponent's main force or capturing a key objective, but the exact victory conditions may vary per scenario.

Since the interface is menu-driven with no real-time action, take your time to explore the options. The D-pad moves a cursor and the A button confirms selections. The B button (S key) typically cancels or goes back. The game expects you to plan several moves ahead, much like a digital board game. If you get stuck, try selecting every option to see what happens; most strategy games of this era follow similar conventions. Remember that the SEGA CD version loads data from the disc, so there might be brief loading times between screens.