Turn Based is a podcast dedicated to JRPGs & RPGs, life and the experiences that go along with it. Here we celebrate the games we love, the people that create them and the people that play them. Video version available at https://youtube.com/@erekladd
Send us a Text Message.In this episode of Turn Based, I'm joined by some new friends to discuss the importance of nostalgia when looking at HD-2D remakes. Are companies running out of ideas? And did gaming and media peak in the 90s? Find The Failsafe here: https://wearethefailsafe.com/
Send us a Text Message.In this episode of Turn Based, I had the great opportunity to chat with Paige aka FemTrooper who is a fellow Earthbound enthusiast, parent & YouTube content creator. We chat about why we love JRPGs, some of our favorite games and series, what JRPG is perfect for the little ones in our lives and why side quests are SO bad.You can find her YouTube channel here: https://youtube.com/@femtrooperVideo versions available here: https://youtube.com/@erekladd
Send us a Text Message.In this episode of Turn Based, I'm joined by my friend and Chrono Cross expert Seth from the Frame Skip Podcast as we discuss the intricacies of Chrono Cross. What makes it a bad sequel, if it even can be considered a sequel? And is it a good standalone game? Check out Seth's podcast here: https://youtube.com/@frameskippodVideo versions are available here: https:youtube.com/@erekladd
Send us a Text Message.In this episode of Turn Based, I'm joined by Tsuna from Tsunamods, a team dedicated to breathing new life into some of our favorite classic games with graphic overhauls & voice acting. I wanted to learn more about his journey, how he got into modding Final Fantasy VII and how Tsunamods has become the face of the Final Fantasy VII mod scene - plus - what's next for Tsunamods!Tsunamods website: https://www.tsunamods.com/https://www.youtube.com/@Tsunamodshttps://www.twitch.tv/tsunamodsVideo versions of the podcast are available @ https://www.youtube.com/@erekladd
Send us a Text Message.There's a brand new JRPG on kickstarter right now called Alzara: Radiant Echoes and it was funded within 48 hours! I had the great opportunity to interview Emma, the creative director of Studio Camelia (the developer of Alzara) to discuss the development of this game, what exactly goes into putting a game on kickstarter, and why she decided jump ship from some of the bigger game developers to pursue her dream. Back this project here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/studiocamelia/seed-a-vibrant-tribute-to-jrpg-classicsStudio Camelia's website: https://studio-camelia.com/Video version available here: https://youtube.com/@erekladd
Send us a Text Message.In this episode of Turn Based I'm joined by YouTube creator Kevin Kenson to discuss his journey with games and how his YouTube channel has amassed almost one million subscribers. From gaming accessories to lifestyle tech, Kevin has a unique perspective on what he does and how he's managed to sustain it for so long. You can find Kevin's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@kevinkensonKevin's side channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@nextsidequestYou can find video versions of the show here: https://www.youtube.com/@erekladd
Send us a Text Message.In this episode of Turn Based I'm joined by The Well Red Mage from YouTube channel GameLogica to discuss religion and mythology in JRPGs, how they're presented and at what point they started to appear in these games. Find his channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@GamelogicaYTSubreddit mentioned here: https://www.reddit.com/r/VideoGamesAndReligion/His website: https://www.the-pixels.com/Video versions avaiable here: https://www.youtube.com/@erekladd
Send us a Text Message.In todays episode of Turn Based, we're joined by Joshua Hallaran from Critical Games, the developer of 8 bit adventures 1 & 2 to get an inside scoop on what it takes to make an RPG, the ups and the downs of game development and what's next for him and his studio! Video versions available @ https://youtube.com/@erekladdFind Josh here: https://www.criticalgames.com.au/Buy 8Bit Adventures 2 here:https://store.steampowered.com/app/733110/8Bit_Adventures_2/
Send us a Text Message.Welcome to Turn Based! In the inaugural episode we're joined by YouTuber & content creator Tantacles to get some insight on interesting ways to change the way you play JRPGs! Wether it's single character runs or limiting your play-throughs to no items, there's a lot to learn so come on in and join us! Watch the podcast over on https://www.youtube.com/@erekladdCheck out Tantacle's content here: https://www.youtube.com/@tantacles
Send us a Text Message.Hi everyone, I'm Erek and welcome to Turn Based - a podcast dedicated to JRPGs, RPGs, videos games, life and the experiences that go along with it. Here we celebrate the games we love, the people that create them and the people that play them. In this program I'll be interviewing a diverse range of guests including content creators, musicians, developers, voice actors - just about everyone - and share their incredible stories, insights, and experiences while doing so. We're going to laugh, we're going to learn, and most importantly we're going to have fun!This program will be available to listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and the video versions will be featured on my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@erekladdSo come on in and get ready for unique journey through the world of gaming with Turn Based!