Digan no Maseki

Released by Artec in 1988, "Digan no Maseki" is an RPG that serves as the foundation for the "Gadulin" series, featuring detailed world-building by Studio Nue and a narrative crafted by writer Yuhei Yamaguchi (Yuto Ramon). The story follows Dino, who sets out on a journey across the self-propelled planet Gadulin to save his wife from a mysterious plague that causes mechanized transformations. With beautiful visuals by Naoyuki Kato and a profound science-fantasy atmosphere, the game captivated players of the era and significantly expanded the potential of RPGs on the PC-8801. Even today, its iconic characters and deep lore continue to be celebrated by passionate fans of classic gaming.

Dino lives a peaceful life on the self-propelled planet Gadulin until his wife, Abilia, falls ill with a strange disease that begins to mechanize her body. Desperate to save her, he embarks on a journey across the vast world in search of a cure. Along the way, he encounters many towns and people, eventually becoming entangled in the mysteries of the planet itself and the grand destiny known as the "Gadulin Project." Set in a world rich with detailed science-fiction lore, the game depicts a heartfelt quest of exploration and adventure to save his beloved wife.