While the semi-successor to Disgaea: Hour of Darkness, Phantom Brave, is currently not scheduled for release outside of Japan, publisher Mastiff has something else in the meantime. Developed by Nippon Ichi, who was responsible for Disagea, La Pucelle: Tactics shares more than a few similarities to Laharl's adventure. Take a look at the 16 new screen shots in our gallery, and you'll notice similar visuals right off the bat. Boasting over 100 hours of gameplay and more detailed story and character development than Disgaea, La Pucelle should certainly be a game for SRPG fans to look forward to.

La Pucelle: Tactics is due for release in North America in early May.

• La Puclle: Tactics Screen Shots