Japanese Role-Playing Game fans have been on fire lately on social media given the news/rumors of an upcoming Chrono Cross Remake/Remaster. Many of these fans cried tears of joy at the news, while others swallowed the bitter pill of disappointment, as their favorite JRPG didn’t get the ‘remake’ call. Thus, we have compiled a list…
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TGA: Tales of Arise Beats Cyberpunk 2077 For RPG of the Year Award
I remember the days when you couldn’t have sensible discussion about Game of the Year awards in FB comment sessions without a number CD Projekt fans butting into the discussion in order to let everyone know that Cyberpunk 2077 would not only win the award for Game of the Year 2020 (the award went to…
Throwback Bit Thursday: Alundra 2
There is an old adage that states that movie sequels are bound to be a step down from the original films. The adage, doesn’t necessarily apply to video games, as many direct sequels are as good or better than its predecessors given the leaps in in technology, better understanding of game mechanics, etc. That said,…
Another Eden/Chrono Cross Crossover Fuels Remake Speculation
In the middle of growing rumors/reports claiming that Square Enix has been working hard on a Chrono Cross Remaster (some say Remake), it was announced last week that Wright Flyer Studios’ popular ‘Free to Play’ RPG, Another Eden, will feature a Chrono Cross related event. Coincidence or a Perfect Marketing Strategy? Serge, Kid and Harle’s…
The Best Console Launch Games of All Time – Part 2
There are too many memorable launch games to cover in just one list. Consequently, we have decided to continue our listing of “best launch games” of all time this week. Last week, we listed some of the most important (and revolutionary games) of their time, and today we continue the trend by including some well…
Throwback Bit Friday Edition: Jak & Daxter: The Precursor Legacy Turns 20
Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy is the closest that Sony ever got to having a platforming Mario 64 clone. Perhaps, this is the reason why I consider the first Jak & Daxter game to be the best platforming game that Sony (Naughty Dog developed it) has published. Jak and Daxter played, and was closer…
Throwback Bit Thursday: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D
It is hard to believe, at times, but it has been 10 years since The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D graced Nintendo 3DS systems everywhere. Ocarina of Time’s portable remake was the sole reason for my 3DS purchase, and I couldn’t have been happier with the results. Ocarina of Time 3D: A Perfect…
Nintendo Switch Online: Is The Service Worth it for JRPG Fans?
Let’s forget, for a moment, that Nintendo’s Nintendo Switch Online subscription service is filled with first party Nintendo games that are arguably better than any JRPG in history (Super Mario, Metroid and The Legend of Zelda can’t be beaten). Hardcore JRPG fans do not want to hear that, however. They want to know if paying…
The Best Console Launch Games of All Time – Part 1
With Black Friday gone, and the Holiday season fast approaching (though there are no console launches this year), I have decided to list the best console launch titles of all time. After all, most gamers that want a new console (be it PS5 or XBSX) haven’t been able to nab one. Thus, the new console…
Throwback Bit Thursday: Chrono Cross, The Legend of Dragoon and Remasters
If I learned anything this week, is that there is a genuine chunk of passionate fans out there that continue to care about PS1 era JRPGs. My Tuesday news report about Chrono Cross finally earning a much deserved remaster took social media by storm. Responses to the article varied from gamers expressing their joy, to…