Unlike the originals, this version was released in Japan, North America, and Europe.

Shining Force CD also contains two new scenarios that continue the story of these two Gaiden games.

The game consists of a series of turn-based tactical battles interspersed with short cutscenes.

The game takes place 20 years after the events of Shining Force,[2] and is in effect a "story sequel" to it.

The initial party members include the sons of Lug, Ken, and Hans, the sister of Tao, and the nephew of Gong.