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Phantom Blade Zero showcase, Amazon gaming speculation, Horizon spinoff reboot, GTA 6 leaks, pickups, and a Jurassic Park SNES review. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 03:13 Game Pickups and Miniatures 06:11 Dungeons and Dragons Campaign Planning 12:17 Chrono Trigger Gameplay Experience 18:16 Fast News: Gaming Industry Updates 34:23 Amazon's Gaming Aspirations 37:45 PlayStation's Horizon Multiplayer Reboot 41:58 Sony's Live Service Game Struggles 48:23 GTA VI Leaks and Speculations 56:19 Retro Game Review: Jurassic Park on SNES John and Ryan start the week with their recent gaming pickups, including John's discounted Critical Role miniatures for future sessions, Ryan's time with Granblue and Guilty Gear Strive, and John's ongoing playthrough of Chrono Trigger on PS1. The news kicks off with the Phantom Blade Zero showcase, where gamers are calling for a physical release — overshadowing the impressive gameplay reveal. The guys then react to speculation that Amazon may be stepping away from gaming, following recent studio closures and the hand‑off of online services to other developers. They analyze what this could mean for Amazon's broader entertainment strategy if the trend continues. Next, they dive into Sony's reported reboot of the Horizon multiplayer spinoff after negative feedback, noting how this continues a string of failed live‑service attempts. The conversation then shifts to Rockstar and Take‑Two as GTA 6 leaks reveal map and gameplay details ahead of the Netflix preview, sparking debate about marketing strategy and fan expectations. To wrap up the episode, the Inflation Deflation Game of the Week features a review of Jurassic Park on SNES, as John and Ryan revisit the 16‑bit adaptation of the blockbuster film and evaluate its current market value. Find us on TheGameDeflators.com Twitter - www.twitter.com/GameDeflators Facebook - www.facebook.com/TheGameDeflators Instagram - www.instagram.com/thegamedeflators The views and opinions expressed on this channel are solely those of the author. The content within these recordings are property of their respective Designers, Writers, Creators, Owners, Organizations, Companies and Producers. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted. Permission for intro and outro music provided by Matthew Huffaker http://www.youtube.com/user/teknoaxe 2_25_18
On this episode of Big Eyes, Jay and AD go on a comprehensive journey through the works of Akira Toriyama, the creator of Dr. Slump and Dragon Ball.
By the power of Fan Fest Anaheim another GG Pod crossover! Pete (premier two) joins the podcast this week. We'll be diving into the discovering (and rediscovering) the joy of classic games, retro streaming and probably a Japan story or two. Garrett and Kyle are on the edge of their Chrono Trigger playthrough starting tomorrow (at the time of recording). How does one even define retro? How did we all end up doing this in the first place? Join the wholesome ride as we meet Pete! Supportourbromance.com or your never be able to read Dead Rising.
YouTube blocked our video! Unjustly! It should be cleared for release soon. Working on disputes behind the scenes. In the meantime, I wanted to update everyone on the Chrono Trigger analysis, extra Star Fox commentary, and more!
From the Phantom Forest of Final Fantasy 6 to the Forested Temple of FF7 to the EVIL Forest of Final Fantasy 9, we listen to and discuss SPOOKY forest music. We had to include a classic Chrono Trigger piece here plus three mystery songs from outside the Final Fantasy/Square Enix family. What did we choose?
Sometimes you just gotta let people grab the ball and run with it. Andy Savage gets to explain the history of Wrestling Games and comes up with some amazing facts about a genre we didnt think much about.10:34 What did you play? papa - 007 First Light, G-Rebels Demo.Gabriel continues Chrono Trigger. The phantom Hourglass. Witcher 3 and back with Stardew Valley.Andy - WWE2K2438:37 - The world of wrestling games.Title music - Knucklebumpers - Javen and Kiv Sanchezcontact: mrivensanchez@gmail.com
The 3 gamer dads start a bit shakey when one of them rocks up late.... the prima donna one,.... you know the one.7:58 - What did you play? papa - Invicible VS, Gabriel - Continues the Witcher 3 conversation . Andy - Stray33:59 - RETROTIME - papa - AMPED 3 2005Gabriel - Chrono Trigger 1995Andy - WWF in your house 1996Title music - KNUCKLEbumpers - Javen and Kiv Sanchezcontact: mrivensanchez@gmail.com
Nintendo patent rejection sass, Switch 2 tariff dispute, GameStop CEO on disc‑less Sony, Xbox Back‑Compat for PC, gaming pickups, and a Greendog Genesis review. Chapters: 0:00 — Intro 2:11 — Pickups: Mio, Magic Cards & Discworld Books 7:35 — Currently Playing: Dino Stalker & Finny the Fish 12:50 — Favorite Disney Movies 14:55 — The Odyssey Movie Talk 19:32 — Currently Playing: Chrono Trigger 23:59 — Ryan's Week: Ori & Guilty Gear Strive 31:10 — Gaming News 31:10 — Nintendo's Patent Dispute 33:55 — Switch 2 Tariffs & Consumer Refunds 39:48 — Steam Deck Price Increase and Sales Drop 42:05 — GameStop, Physical Media & Digital Games 51:45 — Xbox Backward Compatibility on PC 56:13 — Inflation Deflation: Green Dog, the Beached Surfer Dude 67:08 — Next Episode Preview 67:39 — Outro John and Ryan kick off the week with their recent gaming pickups, including John's time with Finny the Fish and a return to Chrono Trigger, while Ryan splits his playtime between Guilty Gear and Ori. They compare notes on what's hitting, what's surprising, and what's keeping them hooked. In industry news, the Japanese Patent Office delivered a rare moment of public sass by rejecting Nintendo's Palworld‑related patent — signaling frustration with the ongoing legal battle. The guys then break down Nintendo's argument that Switch 2 customers have no right to U.S. tariff refunds because they “received exactly what they paid for,” a stance raising eyebrows across consumer rights discussions. Next, they dive into comments from the GameStop CEO, who claims Sony going disc‑less is “totally irrelevant,” noting physical software makes up only 12% of the company's business. The conversation expands into what this means for retail, collectors, and the future of physical media. The episode also features hands‑on impressions of Xbox Back‑Compat for PC — a new initiative launching with four classic games and potentially signaling a broader preservation push from Microsoft. To wrap things up, the Inflation Deflation Game of the Week spotlights Greendog: The Beached Surfer Dude! on Sega Genesis, as John and Ryan debate whether this tropical platformer is a hidden gem or just a relic of its era. Find us on TheGameDeflators.com Twitter - www.twitter.com/GameDeflators Facebook - www.facebook.com/TheGameDeflators Instagram - www.instagram.com/thegamedeflators The views and opinions expressed on this channel are solely those of the author. The content within these recordings are property of their respective Designers, Writers, Creators, Owners, Organizations, Companies and Producers. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted. Permission for intro and outro music provided by Matthew Huffaker http://www.youtube.com/user/teknoaxe 2_25_18
This week we're being super positive, about how large corporations are making everything we love so much better. And then we talk about Chrono Trigger! Also, come chill with us at our discord: bit.ly/hoppedupdiscord Hosts: Chris Norris, Mike Parker, Steph Fan Music by David Beebe
Episode 46 comes with a guest who knows a lot about Xenogears which is the reason why he presents the 1998 role-playing video game developed and published by Square for the PlayStation in this episode. The soundtrack is by Yasunori Mitsuda who all of you know as the composer of Chrono Trigger. On the other hand we've got CD 2 of Macross Plus, a four-episode mecha anime OVA and theatrical movie in the Macross series with super cool music by Yoko Kanno! If you want to support us you can always write a comment here in the page, on Mastodon or on Instagram which would be highly appreciated. If you're interested in a more relaxed podcast about mostly (city-) building game soundtracks for the PC (think Anno, Settlers, Tycoons from the 90's and onwards) then check out Aufbaumusik. Enjoy this episode and please give us feedback!
Character Reveal is here again! We're chatting with our pal ZelMo about cosplay, gaming, design, and getting nostalgic about media. We had a fun time! You can find her at ZeldaMomoe on everything, including twitch.tv/ZeldaMOMOe and https://zeldamomoe.carrd.co/ Visit her website: zeldamomoe.com This episode was recorded a bit ago, Dom was having some issues with editing, etc. Our apologies. So if any information is out of date, please let us know! We were also in a software migration, so the audio is a little scuffed. Check it out! Explicit language on this one. Find the show on iTunes, Google Play Podcasts, Spotify, and Simplecast.fm Find the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6QoHk8iEsVGTpd2qdTlH-g Follow us @CharacterReveal on Bluesky, Instagram, and on Facebook! Dom is @brothadom on Bluesky, tweets, tumbles and generally on the net Steph is @captainsteph on Bluesky and Twitter, @hella_steph on Instagram, and @thesnowqueer on Tumblr Find everything at: https://linktr.ee/characterreveal
What makes Chrono Trigger truly stand out is its innovative gameplay mechanics. The game introduced revolutionary aspects like multiple endings based on player choices, a seamless battle system that eliminated random encounters, and the ability to combine characters' attacks for powerful dual and triple Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we revisit one of the greatest games of all time, Chrono Trigger.--To get your very own ad free RSS feed to use in the podcatcher of your choice and early access to all extra monthly content: www.patreon.com/nerdcaveretro–Leave us a voice message at voicecast.app/ncr–Email us at nerdcaveretro@gmail.com--www.nerdcaveretro.com --Check out our merch: www.ncrmerch.com –Follow us on all social media platforms: @nerdcaveretro, @Derek_Diamond @JayFunktastic--Use our code "NCR" at checkout at www.brezcoffeeco.com for 10% off your order! -- To watch the archived videos or join in Live every Monday at 6 pm central: www.youtube.com/@jayfunktastic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Featuring: Michael "Boston" Hannon, Paul "Moonpir" Smith, and John "MusiM" Beauchamp Running Time: 55:51 Livestream: YouTube For this month's TVGP Game Club game we chat about the all-time classic Chrono Trigger! Join us as we chat about a fancy Frog, cutting a mountain in half, anime cutscenes, needing a little guidance, killing off an important character, The End of Time, and much more! Our next game is Phantasmagoria!
Buy The Remake of the End of the Greatest RPG of All Time here.What if the greatest RPG of all time never actually existed?In this Boss Rush Network Spotlight interview, Stephanie Klimov and Sofi Beyen sit down with Lucas Immanuel, writer, artist, designer, and creator at Coin Drop Games, to discuss The Remake of the End of the Greatest RPG of All Time. Lucas dives into the game's unique blend of deduction puzzles, retro JRPG nostalgia, lost game preservation, ROM hack culture, and the art of recreating memories that players never had. The conversation explores the inspirations behind the project, the challenges of designing a puzzle game disguised as a classic RPG, favorite retro RPGs, the modern remake trend, and why this inventive indie title is resonating with fans of Chrono Trigger, Tunic, Return of the Obra Dinn, and gaming history itself.Join the Boss Rush Network Community Discord here.Follow the Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and Instagram.Thanks for your continued support of the Boss Rush Podcast and the Boss Rush Network! If you listen on podcast services, leave us a 5 star rating and a nice review or comment. If you're listening to this episode on YouTube, subscribe to the channel, like the video, leave a comment, and hit the bell so you don't miss an episode posting. Visit our website for more great content from Boss Rush and our community.
Thank you to Square for sponsoring this episode! Get $200 off your Square hardware by visiting http://www.Square/go/KitAndKrysta Thank you to Cash App for sponsoring this episode! Download Cash App Today: [https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/vtl4t6ru] Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures.*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*Hello and welcome to episode 228 of the Kit & Krysta Podcast! We're in the midst of Star Fox Week and it's been so fun riding high on the hype Arwing. With the new Star Fox game coming to Switch 2, we just had to rank every Star Fox game and also ask ourselves where we think Star Fox on Switch 2 will fall within these rankings. Also in this episode, we're playing some new games including one that reminds us so much of classic Zelda and Chrono Trigger. We're also answering some questions from our wonderful Patreon community about a curious survey Nintendo sent out recently. All this and much more is coming right up! 0:00 - Star Fox Week Continues!9:25 - Ranking every Star Fox game 54:19 - News news news1:06:50 - Games we are playing Patreon shout-outs- All Hail the Final Boss - Aaron Hash - Thank you Super Stars: MaruMayhem, Eigenverse, Mike Chin, Roy Eschke, vgmlife, Link The Hero of Winds, Angela Bycroft, Thomas O'Rourke, Kyle LeBoeuf, Andrew Youhas, Chilly, krashuri, Master Discord, Travis Torline, EchoLadair, MSMPokeGamer, RBurns, KITT 10K, Adrien, Nafon Clover, TheSharkAmongMen, RainTech, KissMyFlapjack, Paul Gale Network, Cameron, Fredrik Ulf Konradsson, Catsually Nerdy, David Williams - Konke GamersFollow Us! https://www.patreon.com/kitandkrystahttps://twitter.com/kitandkrystahttps://www.tiktok.com/@kitandkrystahttps://www.instagram.com/kitandkrysta/http://www.facebook.com/kitandkrysta/https://bsky.app/profile/kitandkrysta.bsky.social-Kit & Krysta
Nach den bereits drei Ablegern der Octopath Traveller - Reihe sowie auch Dragon Quest und Star Ocean hat man sich nun dazu entschieden, die 2D-HD-Reihe in den Gefilden der Action-Adventures einzureihen. The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales erzählt hierbei die Geschichte des gleichnamigen Heldens Elliot, der ein Königreich vor einer großen Bedrohung retten muss. Mit Hilfe seiner Fee Faie reisen wir also durch vier verschiedene Zeitepochen, Chrono Trigger lässt grüßen, um herauszufinden, wie wir der Bedrohung Einhalt gebieten können. Während die Story inkl. die Nebenquests allerdings die größte Schwäche des Spiels ist, überzeugt das fluffige Gameplay. In der alten Zelda Manier sammeln wir neue Waffen, Werkzeuge und Magie, um uns den Spielwelt verteilten Dungeons zu stellen und Rätsel und Bossgegner zu bezwingen. Die Bosskämpfe stellen ein weiteres Highlight dar, und sind sehr abwechslungsreich, sodass man erst einmal kurz überlegen muss, wie man an ihnen vorbeikommt. Wenn Square noch ein wenig an der geringen Gegner-Vielfalt arbeitet und mehr Tiefe in der Geschichte für einen eventuellen zweiten Teil reinbringt, dann haben wir für die Zukunft eine wirklich tolle Zelda Alternative!
Ryan guides us through analysis of one of the greatest video game soundtracks of all time, Chrono Trigger by Yasunori Mitsuda. We listen deeply to the Main Theme, Corridors of Time, & To Far Away Times! Plus, this time each of us brings two (for a total of six!) mystery pieces of music to discuss.
Essa semana, Jurandir Filho, Felipe Mesquita, Evandro de Freitas e Bruno Carvalho batem um papo sobre os melhores jogos lançados no ano de 1995! Como de costume, também relembramos tudo o que rolava nos cinemas, nas músicas, nos esportes e na televisão durante um dos anos mais importantes da década de 90.Entre os grandes destaques estão "Chrono Trigger", "Donkey Kong Country 2", "Yoshi's Island", "Twisted Metal", "Wipeout", "Command & Conquer", "Rayman", "Virtua Fighter 2", "Destruction Derby", "Mortal Kombat 3" e muitos outros clássicos que ajudaram a definir uma geração de jogadores.Esse é mais um podcast da nossa série Os Melhores Jogos!⭐ Quer mais 99Vidas? Apoie e escute + de 400 episódios exclusivos. Assine agora em 99vidas.com.br/bonusAcompanhe o 99Vidas:➡️ Site | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube
Featuring: Michael "Boston" Hannon and John "Musim" Beauchamp Running Time: 1:03:55 Music by MusiM: Homepage | Bandcamp Livestream: YouTube This month we chat about Chrono Trigger, Life Is Strange: Reunion, Life Is Strange: Before the Storm, Life Is Strange (spoilers), and Mina the Hollower.
Featuring: Michael "Boston" Hannon and John "Musim" Beauchamp Running Time: 1:03:55 Music by MusiM: Homepage | Bandcamp Livestream: YouTube This month we chat about Chrono Trigger, Life Is Strange: Reunion, Life Is Strange: Before the Storm, Life Is Strange (spoilers), and Mina the Hollower.
Dragon Striker creators Sylvain Dos Santos and Charles Lefebvre join Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk about Disney's new anime-inspired fantasy adventure series coming to Disney+ and Hulu. In this conversation, the creators break down the magical sports world of Dragon Striker, where farm boy Key discovers his powerful natural talent and learns he could be destined to become the legendary Dragon Striker.Dos Santos opens up about the sports anime and shonen influences behind the series, including Captain Tsubasa, Inazuma Eleven and Saint Seiya, and explains how the team wanted to make magic a real part of the game and the universe. Lefebvre also dives into the show's bold visual style, blending European fantasy, Japanese animation influences, video game inspiration, medieval design and modern streetwear.The conversation also explores the world-building behind Dragon Striker, from Kal Asterock and the show's magical energy called Tama to the hidden lore, background details, creatures, props, tapestries, crystals and two moons that fans should pay close attention to as the season unfolds.Dos Santos and Lefebvre also discuss the childhood cartoons, anime, movies and games that shaped their creative DNA, including Chrono Trigger, Final Fantasy, Monster Hunter, Escaflowne, Secret of Mana and more. Plus, they reveal what made Dragon Striker such a unique challenge visually and why they wanted the world to feel alive beyond every frame.Visit Nerdtropolis.comFacebook.com/nerdtropolisInstagram.com/nerdtropolisTwitter.com/nerdtropolisTikTok.com/@nerdtropolis
The Dragon Quest 40th Anniversary livestream has come and gone, and the reaction from fans has been... mixed. After years of silence, Square Enix finally reintroduced Dragon Quest XII, but the announcement raised lots of questions. Why was the game rebuilt from the ground up? What happened during development? Could starting over actually be the best thing that ever happened to the project? Joining me this week is Darryl from Final Fantasy Union as we discuss the Dragon Quest XII reveal, Square Enix's latest financial results, Capcom's remarkable resurgence, and the development philosophies that have separated Dragon Quest and Final Fantasy for nearly forty years. We also dive into the development history of Chrono Trigger, the legacy of Yuji Horii and Hironobu Sakaguchi, and why some classic RPGs continue to resonate with new generations of players decades after their release. Final Fantasy Union https://www.youtube.com/@FinalFantasyUnion Datalog https://www.youtube.com/@thedatalog Defenders of the Crystal Vol. 3 Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/finalfantasyunion/the-defenders-of-the-crystal-an-encyclopedia-of-jobs?ref=b0ixah Hitoshi Sakimoto 40th Anniversary Concert https://www.fairfield.co.uk/events/lmp-the-colours-of-harmony-2026 #DragonQuest #DragonQuestXII #JRPG #ChronoTrigger #FinalFantasy #SquareEnix #StateOfTheArc #ResonantArc Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Guest Introduction (1:25) 3. Hitoshi Sakimoto Concert | Meet Up With Us! (6:03) 4. Dragon Quest 40th Anniversary Livestream Reactions (14:03) 5. Square Enix Latest Financial Report (45:52) 6. Chrono Trigger Retrospective (59:29)
What are the best RPGs for someone who has never played a JRPG before? Which games teach the foundations of the genre without overwhelming new players? And which games can genuinely turn a casual player into a lifelong fan? We break down why games like Chrono Trigger, Dragon Quest, Pokémon Yellow, Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch, Persona 5, Golden Sun, EarthBound, Suikoden II, Super Mario RPG, and Final Fantasy IV remain some of the most approachable and emotionally resonant entry points into the genre. Along the way, we talk about: Why turn-based combat is NOT outdated, the hidden brilliance of abstraction in classic JRPG design, why Pokémon “hacks into the childhood psyche”, how JRPGs teach players complex systems intuitively, why nostalgia is actually a good thing, and the games we'd introduce to our own children. Whether you're trying to introduce a friend, spouse, or child to JRPGs for the first time, or you're just reflecting on the games that shaped you, this was one of our favorite conversations in a long time. #JRPG #ChronoTrigger #FinalFantasy #Pokemon #Persona5 #EarthBound #Suikoden #GoldenSun #Nintendo #RetroGaming #VideoGames #ResonantArc Time Codes: 1. Introduction (0:00) 2. Chrono Trigger (4:09) 3. Dragon Quest (9:23) 4. Pokémon (19:19) 5. Ni No Kuni (31:30) 6. Persona 5 (43:00) 7. Golden Sun (50:05) 8. Earthbound (56:55) 9. Suikoden I & II (1:06:30) 10. Final Fantasy IV (1:17:43) Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/resonantarc Subscribe Star: https://www.subscribestar.com/resonant-arc Twitter: https://twitter.com/resonantarc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/resonantarc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resonantarc TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@resonantarc
FEATURING: (00:02:03) Listener Mail - The state of "modern" light gun games (2007-2015, really).(00:27:52) Pacing issues.(00:52:02) Is is easier to imagine a rerelease for Chrono Trigger than an end to Fire Emblem Heroes.(01:08:17) What future do we see for the console market?(01:52:24) Strangest things that we've experienced as part of RFN.(01:58:45) mlem (what if Yoshi ate us).
We talk Chrono Trigger and the future scheduling for our channel. Then we answer questions from Patreon! Enjoy the podcast, and don't forget to become a part of our Patreon community if you have the means. Thanks for watching! **Listen On Spotify**: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gIzzvT3AfRHjGlfF8kFW3 **Listen On Soundcloud**: https://soundcloud.com/resonantarc **Listen On iTunes**: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/state-of-the-arc-podcast/id1121795837 **Listen On Pocket Cast**: http://pca.st/NJsJ Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/resonantarc Subscribe Star: https://www.subscribestar.com/resonant-arc Twitter: https://twitter.com/resonantarc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/resonantarc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resonantarc TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@resonantarc
Featuring: Michael "Boston" Hannon, Paul "Moonpir" Smith, and John "MusiM" Beauchamp Running Time: 40:25 Livestream: YouTube In this month's episode of TVGP's Game Club we hop on a codec call to chat about Metal Gear Solid! Join us as we talk about nanomachines, the original Metal Gear games, breaking the mold while defining it, great boss fights, bad boss fights, the many faces of Revolver Ocelot, and much, much more! Our next game is Chrono Trigger!
Joel and Damon return to preview New Japan's Best Of The Super Junior 33 including block predictions, junior division parity, and break-out stars. Plus, even more Arsenal vibes, Damon's Chrono Trigger obsession, Aaron Wolf and House of Torture and we answer your questions. For more New Japan talk, subscribe to the Super J-Cast Patreon. Jump here www.patreon.com/superjcast and consider becoming a member!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon return to preview New Japan's Best Of The Super Junior 33 including block predictions, junior division parity, and break-out stars. Plus, even more Arsenal vibes, Damon's Chrono Trigger obsession, Aaron Wolf and House of Torture and we answer your questions. For more New Japan talk, subscribe to the Super J-Cast Patreon. Jump here www.patreon.com/superjcast and consider becoming a member!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Wolverine, GTA 6... the Chrono Trigger remake?? Scott and Tom talk State of Play, Assassin's Creed Black Flag: Resynced and Orbitals' first hands-on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the world of PlayStation, this past week was one of mystery. For instance, the director of Uncharted: The Lost Legacy seems to be rather blatantly teasing a new Uncharted game on Instagram. But is he actually? Meanwhile, the promise of PlayStation on PC seems to have gone totally up in smoke, with the quiet removal of related iconography from the PSN. Could it be a sign of things to come? Plus, Sony's aggressive new position on the PlayStation Store continues to bear fruit, as even more games are deleted and unpublished that never belonged there to begin with. Are we finally getting the storefront we deserve? Other news this week includes intrigue surrounding an interview with Sony CEO Hiroki Totoki, changes incoming for PS5's UI, potential teases for remakes or remasters of Persona 1 and 2, the wet fart that was the Tales series' 30th anniversary, and more. Then: Listener inquiries! Do you have to play the original Resident Evil trilogy on PSone to be a "real" fan, or do the remakes suffice? Why is Square Enix so hesitant to do anything with Chrono Trigger? With Capcom's Pragmata right around the corner, what are our last-minute thoughts? Is Dustin hiding his PlayStation Trophies because he's a fake gamer? Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:21:17 - Back to the spread0:21:52 - Read the names0:28:09 - How's everyone doing?0:46:11 - Dustin's hidden trophies0:47:51 - Tacos or burritos0:55:03 - Colin was wrong?0:55:33 - Uncharted tease?1:15:52 - PC and Crossbuy icons removed from PS5 OS1:30:43 - Hiroki Totoki interview1:39:00 - new PS5 interface?1:40:33 - PSN delisting continues1:50:16 - The Playerbase1:58:49 - Persona 1 and 2 remakes/remasters?2:05:25 - Bandai Namco doesn't have anything for Tales 30th anniversary2:11:38 - 007: First Light Dualsense2:18:27 - Top PSN downloads for March2:27:42 - What We're Playing (SuperStation One, Returnal, Starfield)2:51:09 - Games industry guardrails3:11:39 - Remakes vs Originals3:28:01 - PlayStation theme park3:33:47 - Where is Chrono Trigger?3:39:14 - Pragmata worries3:44:42 - PlayStation Experience Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Welcome to Episode 208 of the Xbox Hall of Gamers Podcast! This week we talk about how its taken 20 years for an Metal Gear movie to happen, that only 1% of AI tools are helping in game dev, and how weird it is that there hasn't been a Chrono Trigger remake.Every week, we discuss all things achievement hunting, Xbox news, and exclusive interviews with individuals across the Xbox Community. Hosted by a number of achievement hunting hosts, we welcome you to the Xbox Hall of Gamers! Keep up to date with the show and join our community on our Discord: https://discord.gg/ZvZr2a4vQeHelp support the show by joining our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hallofgamers
(00:00:00) Choices and Divergences | Chrono Cross Analysis (Ep. 174) (00:07:08) Viper Manor (00:33:06) Escape to Guldove (00:48:09) Saving Kid and the Hunt for the Frozen Flame (01:11:41) Confrontation (01:16:48) The Utility of the Silent Protagonist (01:35:05) The Search for Self (02:01:00) Parting the Dead Sea (02:07:55) The Nature of Time (02:39:16) Wrapping Up Please consider supporting the show on Patreon! You can also click here to join the free Discord server or connect with the show on Bluesky and Instagram!"“We…No..Everyone worked to save the planet's future for nothing…It's all because of you! You killed it! You…! So many lives were supposed to be saved…how could you do such a thing?! It's all your fault that the world is going to end up like this, Serge! Murderer!"The analysis of Chrono Cross continues! Co-host Chris (Retrograde Amnesia podcast) joins once more as the game begins to show contrasts—contrasts with its established tone, and contrasts to the ideals established by its predecessor, Chrono Trigger. Why struggle against fate? Is the universe fixed? Musings on determinism, a Zelbess mini-musical analysis, Fargo smokin' stogies, and much more. Hope you love the show today. Please enjoy!Referenced Links:Chrono Cross's beautiful pre-rendered backgroundsHow the greatest Japanese RPGs of the ‘90s came to the WestThe Chrono CompendiumThank you for listening! Want to reach out to PPR? Send your questions, comments, and recommendations to pixelprojectradio@gmail.com! And as ever, any ratings and/or reviews left on your platform of choice are greatly appreciated!
Welcome back to the Infinite Lives and Games Podcast! In this episode I catch up with a longtime good friend Zack for a journey through the world of RPGs, with a special spotlight on the legendary game Chrono Trigger. Whether you're a seasoned RPG player or new to the genre, you'll love this energetic and thoughtful conversation.Zack shares how his earliest memories of Super Mario Bros. 3 and watching his brother play Chrono Trigger ignited a lifelong passion for RPGs. We dig into what makes RPGs so emotionally resonant and narratively rich discussing exploration, character growth, and the unique satisfaction of leveling up and discovering new worlds.With Chrono Trigger as the centerpiece, Zack goes deep into the game's captivating time travel mechanics, iconic character design by Akira Toriyama, and its unforgettable soundtrack. The conversation explores why Chrono Trigger stands the test of time, the ways it influenced Zack's taste in games, and even some personal hopes for a long awaited remake.Whether you're curious about what makes RPGs so special or looking for recommendations on where to start, this episode promises plenty of insights, personal stories, and a healthy dose of gaming nostalgia. Key Takeaways:Motivation behind exploring characters and stories in RPGsDiscussion on why the game continues to resonate: nostalgia, story, design perfectionThe evolution of RPGs and their influence on other genresKey Timestamps[0:00] – Chrono Trigger Sparked RPG Obsession[4:14] – Why I Love RPGs[11:23] – RPGs vs Regular Games[22:29] – Prehistoric Monster Sparks Apocalypse[29:39] – The Perfect RPG Experience[32:02] - Embracing Change in RPGs[40:13] - Redefining RPG BoundariesConnect with: ZackInstagram - WeabnendopkballTwitch - ItsboigwapesDon't forget to also follow us across all social media accounts including:Instagram - @InfinitelivesandgamesTiktok - @InfinitelivesandgamesFacebook - @InfinitelivesandgamesTwitch - @InfinitelivesandgamesYouTube - @InfinitelivesandgamesAnd if you want to be a part of the show then please do not hesitate to contact me so we can get your messages and your experiences with your games out there. Stay tuned and stay infinite!
If Chrono Trigger doesn't need a remake, is there any value in remaking it anyways? What if it does need a remake? Does a remake of Chrono Trigger have anything to offer newer audiences? Or is the whole "new audiences" shtick a gimmick to turn all our conversations about a beloved game into discussions on the merits and demerits of the remake itself (as has happened to many other games that are reintroduced in this manner). Or should these studios stop trying to rewrite the past and get back to making new games? In this episode, we discuss how a remake could impact future generations, for better or for worse. There is the possibility that a remake of Chrono Trigger will have much to offer even older fans of the original game. Here's the straw poll for voting on which remake to cover first: https://strawpoll.com/Dwyo3MDM0yA Time Codes: 1. Intro (0:00) 2. Chrono Trigger Remake (1:06) Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/resonantarc Subscribe Star: https://www.subscribestar.com/resonant-arc Twitter: https://twitter.com/resonantarc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/resonantarc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resonantarc TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@resonantarc
An insider claims that Chrono Trigger is getting a remake by the team behind Octopath Traveler. So is that an HD 2D remake, full 3D or something else? And could this clear a path for Chrono Break finally happening?Watch the podcast episodes on YouTube and all major podcast hosts including Spotify.CLOWNFISH TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary podcast that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles.Get more news, views and reviews on Clownfish TV News - https://more.clownfishtv.com/On YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/ClownfishTVOn Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4Tu83D1NcCmh7K1zHIedvgOn Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clownfish-tv-audio-edition/id1726838629
The Metal Exchange Podcast guys present an exclusive conversation with Dreamseeker's Johannes Frykholm. In this very special episode, Johannes returns to The Metal Exchange to discuss all things Dreamseeker, including how the band came into existence, the inspiration behind their debut album, and of course all things Chrono Trigger!https://www.facebook.com/dreamseekermetalopera*Become a Member of our Patreon*https://www.patreon.com/TheMetalExchangePodcast*Purchase our theme song - "The Blade of Nicchi"https://taliesin3.bandcamp.com/track/blood-sky-the-blade-of-nicchi-feat-micheal-mills*Join us at The Metal Exchange*https://linktr.ee/MetalExchangehttps://metalexchangepodcast.com/https://www.facebook.com/TheMetalExchangePodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/groups/metalexchangeshttps://bsky.app/profile/themetalexchange.bsky.socialhttps://www.instagram.com/themetalexchangepodcasthttps://open.spotify.com/user/4tn81zpim10zdl0qu1azagd8oCreate your podcast today! #madeonzencastrOffer Code: METALEXCHANGE
Love is in the air… and in the pixels.In this Valentine's-themed episode of The Weekly Warp Pipe, we dive into retro and modern video game love stories — from rescuing Princess Peach in Super Mario Bros. to the emotional depths of Silent Hill 2, Final Fantasy VII, Chrono Trigger, and the epic romance of Lunar: Silver Star Story and Eternal Blue.We also revisit arcade-era relationships in Kung Fu, Double Dragon, and River City Ransom — because nothing says love like fighting through waves of enemies.
This week CJ sits down with his friend Matthew West and they talk about CHRONO TRIGGER! A JRPG from 1995 by Squaresoft that is JUST as much fun today as it was 30 years ago.Chrono Trigger Article - https://medium.com/insert-cartridge/timeless-the-history-of-chrono-trigger-375ce25b481eNerdy Recommendations:Virtual Boy - Wario Land - https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/virtual-boy-for-nintendo-switch-2-120829/?srsltid=AfmBOopb_4gNSQzyjTzXmijaAs2frJnRH3i5-xIMjpGvoOmfGHSLomopNBA Jam!MechWarrior 2Warcraft 2Toy StoryBatman ForeverGoofy MovieGoldenEyeJumanjiCongoHeavy WeightsBraveheartRumble in the BronxMighty Morphin Power RangersWaterworldMortal KombatJohnny MnemonicThe Lost World - Michael CrichtonDark Elf Trilogy - RA SalvatoreWayside SchoolJesus Freaks - DC TalkShepherding a Childs Heart - Daniel TrippFind the NextGen Nerd on social media!Twitter: @NextGen_NerdInstagram: @NextGen_NerdTwitch.tv: NextGenNerd25Youtube: @NextGen_NerdEmail: nextgennerdpodcast@gmail.comDiscord: https://discord.gg/TR8QuakTQnFacebook: CJ Burroughs
In deze aflevering van Side Quest hebben we Michael te gast en bespreken we de sterke terugkeer van Overwatch, ondanks dat ze vrij weinig hebben veranderd. Daarnaast vertelt Michael over zijn Mario Tennis Fever review en de unieke game Drop Duchy. We kijken nog steeds uit naar Resident Evil Requiem door Resident Evil 2 te spelen, checken Chrono Trigger en Fallout 76 en bespreken het belangrijkste nieuws van de week, zoals de PlayStation State of Play, de Baldur's Gate serie en nog veel meer!(00:00:00) Intro(00:00:30) Waar gaan we het over hebben(00:01:30) Hoe gaat het met ons(00:04:00) Mario Tennis Fever - Michael(00:08:30) Skill gap mist in Mario Tennis(00:16:20) Drop Duchy - Michael(00:24:00) Final Fantasy XIV - Michael(00:29:50) Overwatch is vernieuwd maar ook weer niet echt(00:35:30) Overwatch Anran gezicht wordt aangepast(00:43:00) Overwatch 5v5 vs 6v6(00:46:00) Resident Evil 2 - Tom(00:51:00) RE2 Deluxe Edition is goedkoper dan de standaard versie(00:53:00) Tom zit eraan te denken een Iron Man personage te starten & Nick WoW Playtime (00:58:00) Chrono Trigger(01:02:00) Fallout 76 - Nick(01:09:00) LoL terug in gold - Nick (01:11:00) Gaming nieuwtjes & wat verwachten we van State of Play(01:20:00) Baldur's Gate 3 serie bij HBO(01:25:00) Wat hebben we gekeken - A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms(01:30:00) Waarom duurt het zo lang tussen series door?(01:34:00) Wat hebben we gekeken - Fargo(01:36:00) Wat hebben we gekeken - Andor(01:38:00) Wat hebben we gekeken - Banshee(01:42:00) One Battle After Another voor de honderdste keer(01:44:00) Fallout 76 Taste Test
We count down the Top 10 Cities from Final Fantasy and also Kingdom Hearts with some Chrono Trigger mentions! #finalfantasy #chronotrigger #kingdomhearts #top10
New Year, same great show (but with a new segment and new efforts!), it's The Bonus Stages with DJ LvL! Two hours of the best in Videogame and Dance music... and more! (Now you might have noticed that episodes 18 / 19 / 20 are currently missing.... I still have the setlists and they will get re-mixed and uploaded at some point I promise!) Episode 21 Set List The Protomen - No Way Back [Bandcamp] Ben Briggs - Climb My Mountain, This High [Bandcamp] Lemaitre - Not Too Late [Amazon Music] MegaRan - Collapse (Zack) [feat. Kadesh Flow & DizzyEight] [Bandcamp] NoteBlock - "Wigglytuff's Guild" Pokémon Mystery Dungeon EOT/D/S Remix [Bandcamp] m-flo - Simple & Lovely [Apple Music] Brandon Strader, halc - Chrono Trigger "The Last Schala Mix Ever" [OC ReMix] The Crystal Method - Name of the Game [Apple Music] zircon - Tails and the Music Maker "Picolescene" [OC Remix] Dj CUTMAN - New Horizon (feat. GlitchxCity) [Bandcamp] Spaceroast - Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening "Tal Tal Funkin'" [OC ReMix] SugarBeats - Coasting To Nowhere (ft. HMills) [Bandcamp] MkVaff - Sagila's Cave (from Rygar) [Bandcamp] Theology - Donkey Kong Country 2 - Mining Melancholy (Theology Remix) [Bandcamp] RoBKTA - Green Hill Zone [Bandcamp] The Perceptionists - 5 O'Clock ft. Phonte [Bandcamp] Hollie Taylor - Life in a Greenhouse [Bandcamp] DJ Nu-Mark feat. Chali 2na - Chali 2na Comin' Thru [Bandcamp] zircon - Final Fantasy VI "Dirt Devil" [OC ReMix] 2 Mello - Say Somethin [Bandcamp] MkVaff - Super Street Fighter II "Cammy's London Drizzle" [OC ReMix] Arthur, Medic, None Like Joshua - Stop Dreaming (Original Mix) [Bandcamp] Chiwalker - Donkey Kong Land "Banananaz" [OC ReMix] Flexstyle - Jolly Roger Bay [Bandcamp] This is Heavy Chernabogue - Welcome to Crocodile Isle [Bandcamp] Knocked Loose - In the Walls [Bandcamp] GaMetal - Thousand-Year Throwdown [Bandcamp] Andrew Hulshult - Handgun Harmony [Bandcamp]
C'est promis, cet épisode va vous faire prendre un sacré coup de vieux ! Metroid, The Legend of Zelda, Dragon Quest, Kid Icarus, Breakout, Famitsu, Bubble Bobble… Petit tour des nombreux anniversaires fêtés au cours de cette année, avec en bonus un reportage d'Alex Pilot sur l'ouverture du premier Musée du Jeu Vidéo en France ! Un podcast rétro au possible. Toute l'équipe partage aussi ses attentes pour 2026, ainsi que ses rêves les plus irréalisables. Sans oublier de parler, bien sûr, de l'update 3.0 et Switch 2 de Animal Crossing: New Horizons, de la toute dernière exposition Capcom à Tokyo, de la série de manga RuriDragon et de Persona 3 Reload sur Switch 2. Pause musicale : Underworld Forest (Megami Tensei Gaiden Last Bible III), un remix de SMWC Chapitres : 00:00:00 Introduction 00:06:53 Vie au Japon - Bonnes résolutions, retour en France, concert Chrono Trigger, expo Adachi Mitsuru 00:25:32 松 Matsu - Les attentes de 2026, avec beaucoup d'anniversaires 01:04:28 Reportage - Ouverture du Musée du Jeu Video MO5 par Alex Pilot 01:11:52 Pause Musicale - Last Bible III, Underworld Forest par Hiroyuki Yanada 01:14:46 Digressions Last Bible, Kaizo Mario 01:18:33 竹 Take - RuriDragon 01:32:45 竹 Take - Animal Crossing New Horizons, la mise à jour 3.0 01:46:27 竹 Take - Persona 3 Reload 02:03:48 Courrier des Auditeurs 02:10:17 梅 Ume - Le son de la chute de la bille dans Marble Madness 02:11:38 梅 Ume - Noël 2002 avec Star Fox Adventures 02:14:06 梅 Ume - La divinité des chevaux dans Zelda BoTW 02:15:35 和菓子 Wagashi - Capcom Creation - Moving Hearts Across the Globe 02:20:30 Conclusion Prolongez l'expérience avec la newsletter de Thierry. Véritable extension de l'émission, vous y trouverez des informations complémentaires ainsi que des illustrations visuelles.Le billet de l'épisode 62 est disponible ici. Retrouvez toutes les précédentes publications sur thierryfalcoz.fr Retrouvez-nous sur Twitter / X, mais aussi sur Bluesky Contactez-nous pixelbentopodcast@gmail.com
This week: Everything announced at last week's Xbox Developer Direct, Ubisoft's troubled Prince of Persia: Sands of Time remake is dead (as are multiple other projects), PS6 may be delayed longer than expected as PS5 lifecycle gets extended, the Super Mario Galaxy Movie's US release date has been brought forward, and Nintendo's new Talking Flower is available for pre-order if you're a pervert. Also: Forced rhubarb, stressful games, parental rules, and more! Games Discussed: Little Nightmares 3, LEGO Party!, G'aim, Offsuit, Chrono Trigger, Fall Guys: Crown Jam. SUPPORT Patreon CONTACT Website Discord Bluesky Threads Instagram Facebook FOLLOW TCGS on Bluesky David on Bluesky Sean on Bluesky Mat on Bluesky James on Bluesky WATCH Twitch YouTube LISTEN Spotify Apple Podcasts Pocket Casts CREDITS Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong
On this week's episode of The Cultured Nerd podcast, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk about the the official #DCU / #Batman writer, #ChristinaHodson and the reveal that she is in fact writing #TheBraveAndTheBold for #DCStudios!Other topics include Marvel, Chrono Trigger, Kingdom Hearts... and that awesome new #MastersOfTheUniverse / #HeMan trailer
Welcome to Dev Game Club, where this week we return to our series on Pikmin. We talk about returning to the game after a break, the macro structure and persistence of the levels, and other topics. Dev Game Club looks at classic video games and plays through them over several episodes, providing commentary. Sections played: Several more hours Issues covered: Defeating Games for Charity, relearning the controls, figuring out what you were trying to accomplish, naming buttons, persistent units and worlds, exploratory sandboxes, reinforcing replay, Nintendo creating something new, things that are hard to classify into genres, the order of operations, plate-spinning and de-stressing, gameplay paradigms, not knowing when you have the right tools, the ticking timers, limited knowledge to find, the puzzly boss, learning how well you can recover, gentle fail states, not telling you everything you might want to know, the un-Nintendo timers, day/night cycles, hitting enemies out of the air, loss aversion, Olimar salting the wounds, leading plant people, delightful music, finding where you can review our podcast, settings in games, trying to preserve an experience, console hardware revs, different forms of remake, ideal versions of settings, not opening up the settings, prerendered cutscenes, motivated choices due to hardware, remembering your audience. Games, people, and influences mentioned or discussed: Video Game History Foundation, Dwarf Fortress, Project Octavia, Hollow Knight, KyleAndError, Unreal, Homeworld, Starcraft, Warcraft, Splatoon, Breath of the Wild, Tears of the Kingdom, Incredible Machine, WarioWare, UFO 50, Metroid, Majora's Mask, Outer Wilds, Apocalypse Now, Hajime Wakai, Benimanjaro, mysterydip, Silent Hill 2, Rogue, Resident Evil, Halo, Saber Interactive, Hitman, Final Fantasy (series), PS1, Chrono Trigger, Blizzard Entertainment, World of Warcraft, Tomb Raider, Quake, Minecraft, Ed Fries, Kirk Hamilton, Aaron Evers, Mark Garcia. Next time: Finish Pikmin! Links! Defeating Games for Charity Twitch: timlongojr and twinsunscorp YouTube Discord DevGameClub@gmail.com
Nintendo reignited the home video-game market with the Nintendo Entertainment System in the 1980s, but by the early 90s the Japanese game company found itself in an unexpected position: Player 2. The 1989 arrival of both Sega Genesis and Turbo Graphx 16 – more powerful machines, with aggressive marketing campaigns positioning themselves as the “radical” upstarts – officially kicked off the first wave of the console wars. Nintendo would answer with 1991's Super Nintendo, a sleek machine that would eventually be home to a slate of eye-popping games. Jumping from 8 bits to 16 encouraged developers to push the bounds of creativity. While the system would be unseated by the N64 after a mere five years, the SNES library features what are considered to be among the best entries in the company's line-up of original IP. So get ready to play with SUPER power as the Great Pop Culture Debate looks back at the Best Super Nintendo Game.Games discussed: Super Mario World, Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, Chrono Trigger, Super Metroid, Final Fantasy III (Final Fantasy VI), Donkey Kong Country, Super Mario Kart, Mega Man X, Super Mario RPG, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles IV: Turtles in Time, Street Fighter II Turbo, Donkey Kong Country 2, Final Fantasy II (Final Fantasy IV), Secret of Mana, Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island, Super Castlevania IVJoin host Eric Rezsnyak, GPCD panelists Curtis Creekmore and David Silbert (of the Punished Backlog), and guest panelist Erik Slader from the Super Switch Club podcast as they discuss and debate 16 of the most awesome Super Nintendo games.For the warm-up to this episode, in which we discuss even more Super Nintendo games that didn't make the bracket, become a Patreon supporter of the podcast today.Episode CreditsHost: Eric RezsnyakPanelists: Curtis Creekmore, David SilbertSpecial Guest: Erik Slader, Super Switch Club PodcastProducer: Bob Erlenback Editor: Bob ErlenbackTheme Music: “Dance to My Tune” by Marc Torch#nintendo #supernintendo #snes #snesgames #snesgaming #videogames #supermarioworld #supermarioworld2yoshisisland #zelda #legendofzelda #alinktothepast #zeldalinktothepast #supercastlevania4 #finalfantasy #finalfantasyiii #finalfantasyii #donkeykong #donkeykongcountry #donkeykongcountry2diddyskongquest #supermariokart #mariokart #supermetroid #metroid #megaman #megamanx #streetfighter2 #chronotrigger #secretofmana #supermariorpg #tmnt #tmnt4 #videogames #90s #90sgamer #90sgamesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The drafts return! Four giant men compete to pick the best games on the Mega Drive (or Genesis, if you're American), SNES and Neo Geo across 8 categories – plus a 9th bonus category specifically for the Amiga.This week's music is from the Streets of Rage 2 soundtrack by Yuzo Koshiro and the Chrono Trigger soundtrack by Yasunori Mitsuda (not Rick Astley). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's eggnog season—and not just any nog. We're talking Golden Egg Nog from the old Hood milk mafia, the stuff thick enough to count as a sin. Perfect time for a feel-good movie, right?Johnny Spoiler dives into one of the most unexpectedly uplifting movies of the last few years: TETRIS (2023). Yes, the movie about the video game. Yes, it's WAY better than it has any right to be.The true story of Henk Rogers, Nintendo's ride-or-die dealmaker who bet everything on a block-stacking dream.The real “Tetris Effect” and why the game showed up in players' dreams for decades.How Tetris became the best-selling video game of all time (until Minecraft pulled a power move).The wild rights battle involving Nintendo, Atari, Mirrorsoft, and Soviet bureaucracy.Why Taron Egerton continues to own the “real-guy-in-a-crazy-situation” movie niche.Our favorite retro shoutouts: Game Boy, Ninja Turtles arcade, Mario 3, Chrono Trigger, Star Fox, Final Fantasy VII, and more.And of course: one of the best post-2000 movie mustaches ever filmed.Ansel Elgort & Shirley MacLaine team up for the road-trip comedy Lucy Boomer.An 80s-style action thriller incoming: Trial By Combat from Renny Harlin & Aaron Eckhart.Mattel is making… a View-Master movie?! Let's speculate wildly.Binge Now.Stream it on Apple TV+ (or start that free trial), or hunt down the rumored DVD like it's a secret Soviet cartridge.Shout-out to Nikolaxnick on IG for tracking down our L.A. Story episode—300+ episodes still online!Career OpportunitiesBlackBerryLarry CrowneDrink the Nog.The Golden Kind.Debate The Grinch.Live your truth.$130 OFF Good Chop https://tr.ee/GoodChopJohnny
Jurandir Filho, Felipe Mesquita, João Pimenta e Bruno Carvalho batem um papo as diferenças entre os RPGs japoneses (JRPGs) e os RPGs ocidentais (WRPGs). Embora compartilhem a mesma base, como evolução de personagens, grandes narrativas e escolhas estratégicas, cada lado desenvolveu sua própria identidade cultural, estética e mecânica ao longo das décadas. Os RPGs japoneses surgiram fortemente influenciados por títulos de mesa como "Dungeons & Dragons", mas rapidamente ganharam personalidade própria. São marcados por histórias lineares e cinematográficas, personagens bem definidos e um foco narrativo que coloca o jogador como espectador de uma grande saga. Jogos como "Final Fantasy", "Dragon Quest", "Chrono Trigger" e "Persona" moldaram essa tradição, com narrativas emocionais, heróis arquetípicos e mundos fantasiosos.Já os RPGs ocidentais nasceram de uma vertente mais próxima dos jogos de mesa, prezando por liberdade de escolha e construção de personagem. O jogador não interpreta um herói pré-determinado, mas cria o seu próprio avatar e molda a história com decisões morais e éticas. Séries como "The Witcher", "The Elder Scrolls", "Fallout", "Baldur's Gate" e "Mass Effect" são exemplos emblemáticos dessa abordagem, em que o mundo reage às ações do jogador, e cada jornada é única. O foco aqui está menos em uma trama fixa e mais em imersão e agência, transformando a narrativa em algo emergente, construído dinamicamente.Nos últimos anos, entretanto, essas fronteiras vêm se misturando. Jogos como "Persona 5" adotam elementos sociais e liberdade de escolhas típicos do Ocidente, enquanto "The Witcher 3" e "Cyberpunk 2077" apresentam tramas fortes e personagens profundos, à maneira japonesa. Hoje em dia, quem faz melhor?Essa é a estreia da série Versus!====- ALURA | Estude na Alura, a maior escola de tecnologia on-line do Brasil! Acesse o nosso link e ganhe 15% de desconto na matrícula! https://alura.com.br/99vidas