Arc Rise Fantasia can look unremarkable on its surface, but its deep combat and narrative quirks raises it to the level of other Wii JRPG classics.

The post Arc Rise Fantasia Review – The Wii’s Other Fantastic JRPG appeared first on One Controller Port.

I finally do another pick ups video for my recent import box from Japan Retro Direct, featuring some PS2, DS, and 3DS games. Check Out Japan Retro Direct

The post PS1, PS2, DS and 3DS Import Pick Ups appeared first on One Controller Port.

The Wai Wai Combat is a bit janky as a Wii third person shooter, but has a surprisingly fun single player mode.   Here are the links for the Jeep Thrills and Real Heroes: Firefighter reviews. You can find my scans of the packaging and manual on archive.org.

The post The Wai Wai Combat – Casual Review appeared first on One Controller Port.

This week I talk about a Wii third person shooter, connecting to Wiimmfi, as well as my backseat thoughts on PSO2 New Genesis. Audio-Only New Yo-Kai Watch Game Being Teased Shadowverse: Champion’s Battle Trailer NIS Raising its Game Prices Opening Music from The Wai Wai Combat Ending Music from Mario Paint

The post OCP Podcast – Episode 213: Backseat Game Impressions appeared first on One Controller Port.

Localization turmoil created two separate English scripts for Disaster: Day of Crisis. We explore what was changed and for what reasons.

The post How Disaster: Day of Crisis Was Changed Outside Japan appeared first on One Controller Port.

Wii Play tries to be the pointer control equivalent of Wii Sports. But the shallow mini-games and subdued playstyle ultimately makes for a lesser experience.

The post Quick Play – Wii Play appeared first on One Controller Port.

My imported copy of Tatsunoko vs. Capcom arrived on the day that the North American localization was announced. I was slightly disappointed, but I still had plenty of lead time to check out the Japanese version before English release would become available. As someone who rarely ever plays fighting games, I don’t expect to perform […]

The post My Unearned Confidence with Tatsunoko vs. Capcom appeared first on One Controller Port.

I think one of the great appeals of Japanese role playing games is that their length allows for more long-term character development. After 40 to 60 hours, you’re invested in them and gain a significant understanding of their personality and traits. So it surprises me that Dragon Quest Swords, which is only 10 hours long, […]

The post The Brief but Deep Friendships of Dragon Quest Swords appeared first on One Controller Port.

I remember sitting at my Dad’s house when Mario Party 8 came out.  My sister was laying down on the bed behind me when her phone rang. Dad wanted to know if the game would be a good birthday present, so she somewhat slyly asked me how the game reviewed. “Poorly,” is all I can […]

The post Keep it Casual with Mario Party 8 appeared first on One Controller Port.

Wii Play is a game that doesn’t get much credit. Wii Sports sells the idea of motion controls and, as a pack-in, has the highest penetration rate of any Wii software. In some minds, Wii Sports is the Wii. Wii Play is known best for being a huge financial success. It has sold over 28 […]

The post Wii Play – The Pointer Takes Control appeared first on One Controller Port.