Tokyo-23 is a land in turmoil. Each of the 23 districts has its own leader
hoping to unify Tokyo-23 under one rule. Some do so for peace and justice,
while some do so for their own personal gain. The Red Lance Corps of Minato
Area are a team of schoolgirl warriors led by a charismatic young leader, whom
they simply call “Master”. Together, they must fight to unite Tokyo-23, but
obviously that is easier said than done…
_NUGA-CEL!_ is a light-hearted simulation RPG set in a fantasy version of
modern-day Tokyo. The player, as the unseen Master, must assemble a team of
female fighters, dress them up in super-powered cosplay outfits, and lead them
into battle to unify all of Tokyo-23. The game is divided into days, during
which the player can manage their territories and team members, shop for and
create new outfits, and either enter a dungeon or attack a neighboring
territories. The available territories are often dictated by the story
progression, and there are also various scenarios centering on the different
characters in the player’s team.
The defining aspect of the game is its cosplay system. In-game battles are
turn-based, up to 3-vs-3. Each character can be assigned an outfit, which each
give them different skills and abilities, not to mention appearance. However,
as characters take damage, so do their clothes, which will eventually be
destroyed leaving them vulnerable. It is necessary to switch and repair
outfits to keep characters in fighting shape. Outside of battle, the player
can purchase items and outfits at shops, and there is also an extensive
crafting system where new outfits and items can be produced.
