Shining Blade is an interesting combination of Valkyria Chronicles and JRPG, and while there’s nothing wrong with the game, it doesn’t really do anything well either. An iffy machine-translated fan translation doesn’t help, either.

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I took a bit of a break this year from videos, and this Phantasy Star Online video was intended to be a little bit of a warm-up. Whenever I try to do a less intense video, I always try to go back to making video versions of old articles. However, the script typically changes so […]

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Phantasy Star Online is an iconic title in early online console gaming. But a small menu added between versions unleashed the player’s capabilities. Check out my podcast with two veteran Phantasy Star Online Players!

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Phantasy Star Online played a massive role in popularizing online console games at the turn of the century. However, I often struggle to convey its appeal today. I talked to two YouTubers, DeployableLover and Section Skyly, who actively play the game today, about their experience and what they like most about it.   Listen on […]

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This week is full of cool games – as long as you let them be. Plus, I talk PlayStation Portal’s success, Momotaro Densetsu Edutainment, and the re-return of Million Arthur!   Listen on podcast platforms! Opening Music from Picturebook Games The Royal Bluff PlayStation Portal “best selling accessory in dollar sales 2024 Mat Piscatella Tweet […]

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This pick ups episode is largely dedicated to kids media, including Love & Berry, the SEGA Advanced Pico Beena, plus a Pinky St. game by HuneX.   Japanese Love & Berry YouTuber Loli Juicy YouTube Channel

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We explore who caused the PC-FX to fail with a look at NEC’s supposed Anime Directive, Hudson’s approach to PC-FX Software, and SEGA’s role in chipping away NEC’s market share.   Listen on Podcast Platforms Podcast Links can be found on the PC-FX Ko-fi.

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We recently played through the fan translation for Stellar Assault SS, a 3D spaceship shooter that plays really well.   Watch the full stream here.

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Samba de Amigo and the Wii seem like a match made in heaven, but it’s best to keep your expectations reserved when heading in.

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I often hear that Yakuza 3 is one of the worst in the series, but having only played the previous two games, I was pleasantly surprised.

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