We genuinely take JRPGs for granted these days. During the 80s and 90s, it wasn’t unheard of for entire gaming series to never make it outside Japan. While they garnered a cult following then, casual gamers had to wait for years if not decades to play some of Japan’s biggest titles. Live a Live is […]
With the recent reveal of the new Persona 5 X mobile game, I am reminded of how much I miss the series and wish for a real new installment to the series. I have missed playing the Persona series and thought I would replay the latest installment in the series, revisiting Joker and the Phantom […]
Square Enix has been on something of a roll this year, treating us to a plethora of diverse titles, which have already established themselves as cult classics. Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin and Triangle Strategy, as well as upcoming titles like Star Ocean: The Divine Force and Harvestella showcase just how diverse the publisher’s […]
On February 26th the latest addition to the Bravely series by Square Enix was released for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Lite. Despite the title, it is not actually a sequel to the previous ones but a standalone game. Packing a story with new characters and familiar mechanics. So don’t hesitate to pick up Bravely […]
As a platform for funding indie gaming projects, Kickstarter has brought us many noteworthy titles. Chained Echoes, and Eijuden Chronicle, with its prequel Eijuden Chronicle: Rising, are only some of the most recent ones. Sea of Stars now joins the pantheon of these success stories. Developed by Quebec-based Sabotage Studio, Sea of Stars began development […]
If you’re a fan of JRPGs, you have probably played a lot of different titles through the years. These games entail certain qualities that make them so nostalgic and fun for every gamer. Alterium Shift is a JRPG with a unique story and fun areas to explore. It was released on Steam on July 6th, […]
Creating a spiritual successor to the Danganronpa series was always going to be a challenge. It’s a beloved series with a distinct art style, atmosphere, and storytelling approach which is equal parts visual novel as much as it’s an adventure game series. However, developer Too Kyo Games and publisher Spike Chunsoft decided it was time […]
What makes a Final Fantasy game, a “Final Fantasy” game? For some, it’s turn-based combat. For others, it’s the Chocobos, the Summons, or the magic spells. For others still, it’s the worlds themselves, such as Ivalice or Gaia, and the memories they associate with playing those games. Final Fantasy XVI always had a difficult task […]
After the release of the Mega Man X Legacy Collection and Zero Collection, we Battle Network fans were very eagerly awaiting the hopeful release of the Mega Man Battle Network Collection. And let me be the first to tell you, Capcom did not disappoint. At the time of writing this review, Mega Man Battle Network […]
A few things set Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & The Secret Key apart from the previous Atelier Ryza games, and all contribute to a much more fun and enjoyable gaming experience. Not only can you play as one of 11 characters that join Ryza’s party, but you can also explore the big, […]
The Tales series is one of Bandai Namco’s flagship darlings. Starting in 1995 with Tales of Phantasia, the series has had a consistent output of creative, enjoyable titles over the years. With each new entry bringing new gameplay innovation and a brand-new story and world to explore (with a few direct sequel exceptions), the series […]
The game delivers a beautiful and vibrant world, capturing the essence of the anime. Though the repetition can detract from the overall experience.
