A turn-based command system is employed in battles, with a battle formation made up of front and back members.

S range characters are unable to attack from the back, M range characters can attack from the back, but are unable to hit backline enemy members, while L range characters can attack any enemy.

The hero will acquire a castle at one point in the story, to act as a home base. All characters that are not included in the party will reside here. Some characters even have special roles within the home base, such as opening up shop. Travel around the world to recruit allies and enhance the home base.

A war event, a special type of battle, will pop up from time to time.

Suikoden 1:

When the number of troops reach zero, the side with soldiers remaining wins. Choose a unit to attack with, and the results will differ according to its type and advantages/disadvantages.

Suikoden 2:

Utilize an army battle system similar to a turn-based RPG. Victory is determined based by battle conditions or by defeating the entire opposing army.

A duel is a special type of battle that consists of a fight between two characters.
Choose to either attack, defend, or use a special attack and the damage will be calculated according to the advantage/disadvantages of both character's actions. Listen well and choose wisely to get the upper hand.

City and dungeon backgrounds are redesigned in HD graphics, and the field is enhanced to bring back memorable scenes to life.

The dash button that allows quick movement is now available from the start of the game. The original battle system has been made even more convenient, with the ability to speed up combat and automate battles with a single button.

Never worry about saving anymore either... Just enter an area with the Journey Sealing Orb (save point), and an automated save-file will be created in slot No.0.

The UI has been updated to fit modern times, and features like changing equipment has been enhanced to improve the gameplay experience.

The entire sound library has been brought back in HD to capture the true appeal of the sounds.