(That’s a mouthful, isn’t it?) Author’s Note: Review Preview is a new concept I’m trying out today. It won’t be a regular feature here on Pretend Gamer but will be used whenever I’m playing a game that takes a lot of time. The format will not be set in stone and will be different for … Continue reading Octopath Traveler: Review Preview
Tag: JRPG
Japanese Games on Xbox: Part 2
The Xbox 360 proves that a strong start does not mean a strong finish. Last week we looked at Japanese support on the OG Xbox platform. This week is the Xbox 360’s turn. What the Xbox lacked in JRPG’s (Japanese role-playing games), the Xbox 360 more than made up for it. There were not many … Continue reading Japanese Games on Xbox: Part 2
The Longest Five Minutes Review
A modern JRPG searching for the magic of the classics. The Longest Five Minutes has a simple enough premise. At the outset, our heroes find themselves face-to-face with the final boss: the infamous Demon King. But lo and behold our main character is struck with amnesia, the most rampant disease among video game characters. And … Continue reading The Longest Five Minutes Review
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