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Originally published on 17th August. Brought forward due to the release of the new BanG Dream! anime. Anime and music share more in common pair than given credit for. Music performances, in particular, are prominent in plenty of anime. Popular shows such as K-On!, Angel Beats, and so on come with their own original music, which then becomes pa...
This is the second part of a two-parter Final Fantasy feature to cap off Moogle March. Read the first part here. Previously, we've touched on the NES, SNES, and PlayStation One generation of Final Fantasy's battle systems. Now let's touch upon the 2001 era and beyond! X-XII - Developing A Knack For Experimentation Final Fantasy X Not backing...
Few games out there have a cultural footprint as significant as Final Fantasy. Originally a fantasy role-playing game inspired by western titles such as Ultima and Wizardry, the first Final Fantasy in 1987 was a small project that followed four Warriors of Light as they set off on a grand adventure to save their world. The game was a commercial su...
A brand new fighting game has entered the field. It's a beautiful and vibrant game called Granblue Fantasy: Versus (GBVS) developed by Arc System Works, who are well-known for their works on anime-style fighting games. To many, GBVS might seem like a brand new game featuring a brand new concept, but it isn't. Rather, it's actually a spinoff title...
Another year in the books. Taking a look back at all the things that happened in 2019, I find myself pleasantly surprised by the number of video game releases there was this year. It's a number that ranges in the hundreds. In fact, there are more video game releases in a year than there are actual days. Knowing that I'll never be able to keep up...
It may sound strange to some that the Japanese role-playing game (JRPG) genre is so strongly defined by its country of origin, Japan. When we talk about JRPGs, we normally refer to the styles or trends that are commonly used in Japan for their games, be it their graphical style, aesthetic, game design, or music. Out of these different elements, JR...
The slice of life genre is massive in the anime world. Easily identified by its depiction of the everyday life of normal individuals, the genre has built a number of unique shows over the years. Because of how widespread the genre is, it isn’t uncommon to see the concept intertwine with other elements such as fantasy, sci-fi, or drama. But ...
The classic video game boss is a dwindling idea. At a time when open-world and online games have flourished, there’s little way for an imposing entity to hinder progress, especially when player choice is paramount. Bosses do offer something unique, however. For some players, the challenge is part of the fun. To make use of every tool the ga...
This fall is packed with anime shows that eager fans can sink their teeth into. Many of the usual suspects are back, but look forward to new franchises to also pave their way through this time of orange leaves and pumpkins. Curious to know what the end of 2019 has in store for you? Here’s a list of some of the best fall 2019 anime to keep tr...
Anime is an ever-growing and diverse medium that has spanned for decades. Amongst the vast number of studios that regularly put out these shows, Kyoto Animation (commonly known as KyoAni) is one name that has exploded in popularity in the past decade. The studio is quite famous, known for its works on The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, Clannad, and...
A gripping action RPG like Astral Chain just wouldn’t be complete without a lovable cast of characters. And who better to sit at the top of that list than Lappy, the quirky dog mascot of Astral Chain’s police force? But there’s more to Lappy under that large and unbearably hot suit, and that’s Marie Wentz. When sheâ€...
Continuing one of the most fascinating story arcs Tekken 7 has seen in a while, Pakistan swoops in for yet another beastly victory at FV Cup x TWT 2019 in Malaysia. Pakistan’s Awais Honey clawed his way through a lengthy loser’s bracket to defeat Korea’s Knee by 3-0 and 3-2 in Tekken 7 Grand Finals. If you haven’t he...
In another timeline, a game like Fire Emblem: Three Houses would have never existed. Ask any avid fan and you’ll learn that, once upon a time, Nintendo wanted to axe Fire Emblem for good. But we all know that’s not how the story goes. As the series sunk to its lowest point ever, Intelligent Systems created Fire Emblem: Awakening for ...
Fire Emblem: Three Houses boasts some of the most complex systems in the series to date. Not only does it represent a culmination of various elements built throughout the series, but it also introduces new features that completely shift how the majority of the game is played. Though the game hosts in-depth tutorials and guides to explain the bul...
When it comes to the tactical role-playing genre, the Fire Emblem series has enjoyed a long history spanning across more than 20 long years and over 16 games since its first release in 1990. It is well-known for its turn-based combat, in which you move various characters around on a map to engage in battle against an enemy faction. Tactical ...
Summer has come along and with it are plenty of new anime debuting for the first time. Highly-anticipated shows finally get their time to shine, but you’ll also find a few hidden gems sprinkled in the mix. For this guide, we’re looking to introduce a few excellent titles from broad genres. Be it an action-packed shounen, a laid-back ...
So you’ve finally completed the main scenario of Shadowbringers, the third in Square Enix’s line of lengthy expansions for Final Fantasy XIV. With the dust settled and the tyranny of Light vanquished from the land of The First, now sounds like as good a time as any to give yourself a nice pat on the back and enjoy a quiet break. But ...
50 years into the future, the world’s songs are generated almost entirely by artificial intelligence. Humanity has long since set out for new frontiers, both settling and prospering on the planet Mars. High-rise buildings and mixed cultures spread out not unlike the Earth that we know, and it is here where a humble story of two aspiring arti...
In the past decade, the mobile app market has thrived as a platform for enjoyable experiences on the go. The market first started out offering many complete games for flat but affordable prices. That format has maintained itself over the years, but as the number of mobile apps rose exponentially, developers had to adapt by coming up with newer stra...
Spring 2019 has just begun and with it a ton of new anime to watch. Sure, ongoing shows are always around, but there's no harm in taking a break from Sword Art Online to check out something new. For spring, you can expect big productions from renowned studios as always, but we've also picked out several from under the radar that may end up surpris...
