《半熟英雄：啊啊、世界就半熟吧!!》是Square在超級任天堂（SFC）推出的《半熟英雄》系列第二作，被許多玩家一致認為是整個系列的巔峰。以惡搞、吐槽與毫無節操的無厘頭幽默聞名，卻同時具備紮實的戰略深度與高度自由度，再加上充滿隨機性的事件與機制，使得它在策略遊戲市場中建立獨一無二的地位。儘管系列後續曾嘗試調整風格，但大多數粉絲仍認為第二作最忠實呈現所謂的「半熟精神」。曾在1992年被漫畫化，並於2017年在《マンガUP！》平台上推出全新漫畫改編，可見其長久以來持續的影響力與人氣。

劇情延續前作的世界觀，但整體變得更加瘋狂與荒誕。曾經統一大陸的阿爾瑪穆恩王國在和平時期逐漸腐敗，年輕王子懶散怠惰、甚至退化成近乎孩童的狀態，每天只顧著玩鬧，完全不像個國家領袖。他的未婚妻伊莉絲因無法忍受他的墮落而離開王國，而過度揮霍也讓國庫陷入赤字，大臣只能每日皺眉苦撐。就在國家一片衰敗之際，自稱「完熟なる者」的神祕勢力突然對王國宣戰，正式引爆「半熟 vs 完熟」的對決。雖然故事充滿惡搞風格，但隨劇情推進仍逐漸揭露出背後的陰謀與世界真相，讓這場看似荒謬的戰爭最終引向意想不到的結局。在笑點與胡鬧之外，作品依然保留Square擅長的冒險感與劇情張力。

遊戲系統結合即時策略與內政操作，每一章節都會配置一張大型地圖，以阿爾瑪穆恩城為中心，派遣將軍逐步奪下各地的城堡。當全圖被掌控後，最終的Boss才會現身。遊戲節奏在即時戰鬥與每月一次的內政指令之間交替，地圖時間不斷流動，天氣、地形與季節皆會影響部隊移動，甚至冬季的水面會結冰，使部隊能直接步行通過，這些細節讓世界顯得鮮活且充滿變化。

戰鬥中最具代表性的系統就是「蛋怪召喚」。每位將軍都可使用隨身攜帶的蛋召喚蛋怪代替作戰，各種蛋怪類型千奇百怪，有的無厘頭、有的擅長防禦、有的高破壞力，而玩家的行動與表現也會影響「半熟等級」，等級提高後更容易召喚到強力蛋怪。蛋的使用次數有限，用盡後就會孵出最弱、只有1 HP的「蛋人」，形成本作最經典的反差笑點之一。

除了蛋怪，將軍也能攜帶「切札」作為特殊攻擊道具，有些切札甚至能對Boss或強力蛋怪造成巨大傷害，例如著名的「巴爾姆克」可直接秒殺蛋怪。而在缺乏蛋的情況下，可選擇施展「奧義」，但這些祕招往往具有隨機性和反效果，使用時常會造成意想不到的結果，是充滿風險與樂趣的設計。

內政階段則讓玩家能招募或解雇將軍、購買切札、補充兵力、升級城堡以及回復蛋的使用次數，同時在每個月還可能遭遇各種事件。從角色強迫王子送禮、夏季士兵罷工、聖誕節禮物、火星人襲擊，到Square旗下作品角色客串，各式事件令人措手不及，使每次遊玩都有機會出現完全不同的局面。

角色方面，阿爾瑪穆恩王子雖然懶散，但作為「半熟之王」仍擁有強大潛力，是後期不可或缺的主力。大臣則是王國真正的核心，不只負責解說劇情與作戰建議，在關鍵時刻還會親自上陣，是少數擁有壓倒性實力的大人角色。而外表弱小的蛋人則成為本作象徵性存在，在特定劇情中甚至能發揮意料之外的力量。

當年推出後立即獲得熱烈好評，以其幽默感、自由度與策略深度被視為Square在16bit時代最具創意的作品之一。惡搞文化、跨作品梗以及高度隨機的事件，使其成為策略RPG歷史中的獨特存在。雖然之後的續作畫面更精緻，但風格與系統設計相對不如本作純粹，讓多數玩家仍認為SFC版本是無可超越的系列巔峰。

“Hanjuku Hero: Ah, The World Is Half-Boiled!!” is the second entry in Square’s Hanjuku Hero series, released for the Super Famicom (SFC). Widely regarded by fans as the pinnacle of the entire franchise, this installment is celebrated for its over-the-top parody, relentless meta-humor, and shameless absurdity, all while delivering surprisingly solid strategic depth and impressive freedom of play. Combined with its unpredictable, highly random events and mechanics, the game carved out a unique niche within the strategy genre. Although later titles experimented with new styles, most fans still consider the second game the purest embodiment of the “half-boiled spirit.”

The game was adapted into a manga in 1992, and later received a brand-new adaptation on the Manga UP! platform in 2017—testament to its enduring popularity and cultural influence.

Story

The narrative continues from the previous game’s world but becomes far more chaotic and absurd. The once-unified kingdom of Alma Moon has decayed during its peaceful years. Its young prince has grown lazy and irresponsible, regressing into a near-childlike state—spending his days fooling around with no trace of royal dignity. His fiancée, Elise, eventually abandons him in frustration, while his constant overspending plunges the treasury into deficit. The minister is left to worry about the kingdom’s collapse on a daily basis.

Just as the nation reaches rock bottom, a mysterious force calling itself “The Fully Ripened Ones” suddenly declares war, initiating the ultimate showdown between the Half-Boiled and the Fully Ripened. Though the storyline is packed with parody and silly antics, deeper conspiracies and hidden truths gradually surface, guiding this seemingly nonsensical war toward a surprisingly dramatic conclusion. Beneath the humor and chaos, the game still retains Square’s signature sense of adventure and narrative weight.

Gameplay System

The game blends real-time strategy with monthly management phases. Each chapter presents a large map centered around Alma Moon Castle, where the player dispatches generals to capture enemy fortresses. Once the entire map is secured, the chapter’s final boss appears.

Time flows continuously on the map. Weather, terrain, and seasonal changes influence troop movement—winter even freezes water surfaces, allowing armies to walk across. These details make the world feel dynamic and unpredictable.

Battle Mechanics and Egg Monster Summoning

The most iconic feature of the game is the Egg Monster Summon System.
Each general carries eggs that can be used to summon bizarre creatures that fight in their place. Egg Monsters range from ridiculous joke types to sturdy defenders or devastating heavy hitters. The player’s performance affects the “Half-Boiled Level,” which increases the chance of summoning stronger Egg Monsters.

Egg usage is limited. Once depleted, the egg produces nothing more than an Eggman—a pathetic creature with just 1 HP—creating one of the series’ most memorable comedic contrasts.

Generals may also equip Special Cards (切札) before battle, which can unleash powerful attacks. Some cards inflict massive damage on bosses or strong Egg Monsters—for example, the legendary Balmunk card can instantly slay an Egg Monster.
When no eggs are available, generals can use Secret Techniques (奥義), though these moves are highly unpredictable and often backfire, creating both risk and comedic chaos.

Monthly Administrative Phase

Once per in-game month, players enter a management screen where they can:

• Recruit or dismiss generals
• Buy special cards
• Increase troop numbers
• Upgrade castles
• Restore egg usage

Monthly events may also occur, ranging from silly to catastrophic:
a character forcing the prince to give gifts, soldiers striking during summer, rare Christmas items, Martian invasions that wreak havoc on internal affairs, and even cameos from other Square titles. These unpredictable events ensure that no two playthroughs ever unfold the same way.

Main Characters

Prince of Alma Moon – Lazy and childish, yet gifted with immense potential as the “Half-Boiled King.” Despite his flaws, he becomes a crucial powerhouse in the late game.

The Minister – The true backbone of the kingdom and the primary straight-man of the story. He offers guidance, explains mechanics, and even steps onto the battlefield when necessary—possessing strength far beyond that of ordinary characters.

Eggman – A weakling in appearance and stats, but an iconic symbol of the series. Under special circumstances, Eggmen may even perform miracles, giving them an oddly heroic charm.

Reception

Upon release, “Hanjuku Hero: Ah, The World Is Half-Boiled!!” received enthusiastic acclaim. Its humor, freedom, and strategic depth led many to consider it one of Square’s most creative works of the 16-bit era—arguably more inventive than some of the company’s major RPG titles. Its parody culture, cross-game references, and chaotic event system cemented its status as a quirky classic in the tactical RPG genre.

Although later installments featured more polished graphics, their style and systems lacked the raw, unfiltered charm of the SFC version. As a result, fans still regard this second entry as the unsurpassed peak of the series.