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The Never Ending Realm features video game reviews, fan-fiction, fan-art, and more! Since 2003. Read all of our opinion pieces here!

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Throwback Bit Thursday: Alundra 2

Posted on December 10, 2021December 13, 2021 by Samuel Rivera

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,…

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Another Eden/Chrono Cross Crossover Fuels Remake Speculation

Posted on December 7, 2021December 7, 2021 by Samuel Rivera

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…

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The Best Console Launch Games of All Time – Part 2

Posted on December 6, 2021January 21, 2022 by Samuel Rivera

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…

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Throwback Bit Friday Edition: Jak & Daxter: The Precursor Legacy Turns 20

Posted on December 3, 2021December 4, 2021 by Samuel Rivera

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…

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Throwback Bit Thursday: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D

Posted on December 2, 2021 by Samuel Rivera

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…

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Nintendo Switch Online: Is The Service Worth it for JRPG Fans?

Posted on December 1, 2021December 2, 2021 by Samuel Rivera

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…

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The Best Console Launch Games of All Time – Part 1

Posted on November 29, 2021January 21, 2022 by Samuel Rivera

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…

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Throwback Bit Thursday: Chrono Cross, The Legend of Dragoon and Remasters

Posted on November 25, 2021November 25, 2021 by Samuel Rivera

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…

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Black Friday: PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X? But Can You Find One?

Posted on November 25, 2021November 25, 2021 by Samuel Rivera

As Black Friday Approaches…Will You Be Able to Find a PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X in Stock on Stores?  My answer to this is to keep your expectations in check. Since the launch of “next”, now “current”, generation machines last November, I have only been able to find Xbox Series Xs in Walmart shelves once in…

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The Top Ten All-Time Best JRPGs According To Never Ending Realm

Posted on November 22, 2021July 19, 2024 by Samuel Rivera

For the past few months, I have compiled several ‘Top 1-5″ and “Top 6-10” lists chronicling nearly every genre from nearly every console around. Most of these lists have used Metacritic as the barometer for the ranking system. Today, however, I am feeling bold, and a bit biased. So, I will risk the ire of…

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