JRPG Pursuit

Turn-based is back, baby! We break down the top turn-based games and why the genre is so beloved in this week's episode! Final Fantasy Resonance is top of mind, but there are so many great ones, like Expedition 33, so it really is like we're entering into a turn-based Renaissance!

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Fans of Trails in the Sky know her voice very well, and we were thrilled to get the chance to sit down and talk with her about her storied career in anime and video games! Stephanie Sheh fills us in on how anime fandom used to be, how it's evolved over time, and what it's like voicing so many iconic characters in shows and games.

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We're getting into the weeds with one of the greatest JRPGs -- the greatest GAMES -- of all time. Come along with us and be sure to let us know down in the comments what Chrono Trigger means to you.
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We once feared the HD-2D style might be overused and get stale... But these games have really proven this look is here to stay! We dive into the best HD-2D titles from Square Enix, from Octopath Traveler all the way to Final Fantasy Resonance, with plenty more (like Dragon Quest) in between!
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