To dominate in Digimon Story: Time Stranger, Bandai Namco’s turn-based RPG centered on time travel and monster collection, key strategies revolve around mastering the scan system, optimizing the DigiFarm, and utilizing the protagonist’s skill tree.
Below are the best tips to level up fast and master combat between the human world and the Digital World of Iliad.
Efficient Combat and Collection
- Maximize Scanning: There is no direct capture system; you gather data by fighting monsters until you fill the scanner. Always wait for the gauge to hit 200% before converting the Digimon, as this guarantees significantly higher base stats.
- Attribute Triangle: Damage is based on classic type match-ups: Vaccine beats Virus, Virus beats Data, and Data beats Vaccine. Build a balanced active team to avoid getting caught off guard.
- Active Bench: You can carry 3 Digimon on the frontline and 3 on the bench. Reserve monsters also gain experience from battles, making simultaneous training effortless.
DigiFarm Training and Evolution
- Keep the Farm Active: Leave Digimon you aren’t actively using in the DigiFarm so they continue to level up and gain stats passively.
- Personality Tuning: Monsters have distinct personalities that affect interactions and stat growth. Monitor the Digivice menu and feed them correctly to mold the exact stats needed for advanced Digivolutions.
- Plan Ahead: Evolution paths have strict stat requirements. Check the evolution tree in advance to focus your farm training on the right attributes (such as Attack, Speed, or Defense).
Protagonist Progression (Dan or Kanan)
- Complete Side Quests: The game heavily rewards completing side quests. They yield crucial points to spend on the protagonist’s skill tree, while adding narrative depth when meeting NPCs across different timelines.
- Dialogue Choices: Pay close attention to conversations with your Digimon and NPCs. Depending on your dialogue choices, you can alter loyalty traits or unlock additional Attachment Skills to cover elemental gaps in your party.
