Do You Know Front Mission?
How much do you know of Front Mission? Are you a well-educated fan or someone who has not really researched Front Mission beyond its misconceived myths? Take this trivia quiz and find out yourself!
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Myth: Front Mission is only known as a turn-based strategy RPG series.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Front Mission is no stranger to change - it has seen 4 genre spin-offs and even the turn-based strategy RPG entries differ in focus and approach.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Myth: The second Front Mission title is Front Mission 2: Gun Hazard for the Super Famicom.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
While the second Front Mission title is indeed Front Mission: Gun Hazard, released on the Nintendo SNES in 1996, it is not Front Mission 2. The real Front Mission 2 was released one year later for the Sony PlayStation in 1997.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Myth: There are only 5 main, numbered Front Mission titles: 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
There are 7 main, numbered Front Mission titles: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 2089, and 2089-II.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Myth: Front Mission Evolved is the first spin-off title in the Front Mission series.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Front Mission Evolved is the fourth spin-off title in the Front Mission series. It succeeds Front Mission: Gun Hazard, Alternative, and Online.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Myth: Front Mission titles have standalone stories that are not serialized in any way.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Front Mission uses a serialized storytelling approach; standalone stories interconnect with each other and make up a larger, overarching storyline.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Myth: Other than Front Mission Evolved, Front Mission: Gun Hazard is the only other spin-off.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Front Mission: Gun Hazard is not the only spin-off that was released prior to Front Mission Evolved. There was also Front Mission Alternative and Front Mission: Online.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Myth: Front Mission 3 is the most popular Front Mission title in Japan.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Front Mission 3 is seen as one of the weaker entries in Japan. Front Mission 2, Front Mission: Online, and Front Mission 5 are the most popular Front Mission titles in Japan.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Myth: Front Mission was never a popular franchise, even in Japan.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Front Mission is often seen as the "24" of Japan - it has made a strong cultural impact, is a critical analysis subject for political scientists and policy makers in Japan, and has performed exceptionally well in media outside of video games.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Myth: Front Mission is just another stereotypical story involving mecha.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
While mecha is a key component of Front Mission, it's only one piece of a greater whole in the Front Mission storyline. Front Mission has always tried its hardest to create "a realistic impression of the world's future."Rate this question:
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- 10.
Myth: The main antagonists of Front Mission are the Zaftrans (Russians).
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Front Mission boasts a very diverse range of antagonists; Europeans, Americans, Southeast Asians, Africans, and Middle Easterners have played antagonistic roles in the series.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Myth: Front Mission is just another typical game-based franchise; it consists of video games, action figures, game guides, and soundtracks.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Front Mission has transcended its video game roots and has become a success across various media (novels, comics, film, radio dramas, etc.).Rate this question:
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- 12.
Who is the creator and visionary of the Front Mission franchise?
- A.
Motomu Toriyama
- B.
Toshiro Tsuchida
- C.
Yoichi Wada
Correct Answer
B. Toshiro TsuchidaExplanation
Toshiro Tsuchida is the creator and visionary of the Front Mission franchise. He is credited with developing and conceptualizing the game series, which is known for its tactical role-playing gameplay set in a futuristic military world. Tsuchida's creative vision and direction have shaped the franchise and contributed to its success.Rate this question:
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- 13.
What gaming system was the original Front Mission released for?
- A.
PlayStation
- B.
XBox
- C.
SNES
Correct Answer
C. SNESExplanation
The original Front Mission game was released for the SNES.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Name one video game that Toshiro Tsuchida and his colleagues worked on prior to Front Mission.
- A.
Cybernator
- B.
Mario
- C.
Sonic
Correct Answer
A. CybernatorExplanation
Toshiro Tsuchida and his colleagues worked on the video game Cybernator prior to Front Mission.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Myth: Square and Square Enix never made any plans to release the other Front Mission titles outside of Japan.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Square and Square Enix had plans to release other Front Mission titles, especially the original Front Mission and Front Mission: Online, overseas.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Name three major characters from the Front Mission storyline.
- A.
Darril Traubel
- B.
Maria Paredes
- C.
Thomas Norland
- D.
David Palmer
Correct Answer(s)
A. Darril Traubel
B. Maria Paredes
C. Thomas NorlandExplanation
The three major characters from the Front Mission storyline are Darril Traubel, Maria Paredes, and Thomas Norland. These characters play significant roles in the narrative and contribute to the development of the storyline. Darril Traubel is a skilled pilot and protagonist who becomes involved in a conflict between warring factions. Maria Paredes is a talented engineer who assists Darril in his missions. Thomas Norland is a high-ranking military officer who plays a pivotal role in the events of the story.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Which of the following recurring characters make appearances in 3 or more Front Mission titles?
- A.
Royd Clive
- B.
Elsa Eliane
- C.
Emir Kramskoi
- D.
Glen Duval
- E.
Ash Faruk
Correct Answer(s)
A. Royd Clive
D. Glen DuvalExplanation
Royd Clive and Glen Duval are the recurring characters who make appearances in 3 or more Front Mission titles.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Counting all Front Mission media, what year did the Front Mission franchise begin in?
- A.
1990
- B.
1994
- C.
1995
Correct Answer
B. 1994Explanation
Front Mission began in 1994, through the Front Mission Zero manga series and the Front Mission live-action film. The video game line officially began in 1995, with the release of Front Mission for the SNES.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Which of the following Front Mission titles have not been released overseas?
- A.
Front Mission
- B.
Front Mission 4
- C.
Front Mission 2
- D.
Front Mission Evolved
Correct Answer
C. Front Mission 2Explanation
Front Mission 2 is the correct answer because it has not been released overseas. The other three titles, Front Mission, Front Mission 4, and Front Mission Evolved, have been released overseas.Rate this question:
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Myth: The original Front Mission series "ended" in Front Mission 5.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement is true because the original Front Mission series did indeed "end" with Front Mission 5. This game was the last main installment in the series and concluded the storyline. While there have been spin-offs and remakes since then, the main series did not continue beyond Front Mission 5. Therefore, the answer is true.Rate this question:
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