Articles by James Galizio

On the eve of their 30th anniversary, CyberConnect2 looks firmly towards the future
On the eve of their 30th anniversary, CyberConnect2 looks firmly towards the future

With the Fuga trilogy behind them, CyberConnect2 is already hard at work with what's next for the company - we sat down with Vice President Taichiro Miyazaki to learn more

interview by James Galizio on 16 July, 2025

The Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth trilogy launches for PlayStation 4 on September 30
The Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth trilogy launches for PlayStation 4 on September 30

Here's hoping things go smoothly this go around.

news by James Galizio on 15 July, 2025

Varlet isn't just an RPG about your self-discovery, but Furyu's as well
Varlet isn't just an RPG about your self-discovery, but Furyu's as well

With Varlet, Furyu will no longer rely on other companies to market and release their games outside of Japan

preview by James Galizio on 12 July, 2025

At Anime Expo, Naoki Yoshida reflects on his past as he looks forward to the future
At Anime Expo, Naoki Yoshida reflects on his past as he looks forward to the future

We sat down with Yoshi-P during Anime Expo to discuss the team's efforts to better connect with the Final Fantasy XIV community

interview by James Galizio on 08 July, 2025

The Best RPGs Playable on Steam Deck
The Best RPGs Playable on Steam Deck

Valve's new PC handheld is a wonderful way to play a large variety of Steam's RPGs, and we're here to highlight some of the best.

feature by Mikhail Madnani and James Galizio on 27 June, 2025

Bandai Namco unveils Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree prologue movie
Bandai Namco unveils Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree prologue movie

Learn about the game's story with a primer on the plot

news by James Galizio on 25 June, 2025

The Producer of Digimon Story: Time Stranger admits that even they don't know how long it'll take to 100%
The Producer of Digimon Story: Time Stranger admits that even they don't know how long it'll take to 100%

We got a chance to speak directly with Producer Ryosuke Hara about Digimon Story: Time Stranger, and we've also included a bonus gallery with over 20 new screenshots!

interview by Josh Torres, Adam Vitale, and James Galizio on 18 June, 2025

Bandai Namco reveals Opening Cinematic for Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree
Bandai Namco reveals Opening Cinematic for Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree

Get an early look at the opening movie for the upcoming Roguelike

news by James Galizio on 17 June, 2025

Date's Dreamy Drama Theater mini-Series revealed for No Sleep For Kaname Date - From AI: The Somnium Files
Date's Dreamy Drama Theater mini-Series revealed for No Sleep For Kaname Date - From AI: The Somnium Files

Spike Chunsoft have unveiled a 5 episode mini-series, showcasing characters from the upcoming release in humorous situations, while they introduce some of the game systems.

news by James Galizio on 17 June, 2025

Ratatan is exactly what I didn't know I wanted from a Patapon successor - hands-on
Ratatan is exactly what I didn't know I wanted from a Patapon successor - hands-on

Ratata Arts crowdfunded spiritual successor to Patapon has got the sauce.

preview by James Galizio on 16 June, 2025

Lies of P: Overture Review
Lies of P: Overture Review

Round8 Studio's expansion to Lies of P takes an already great game, and makes it truly something special.

review by James Galizio on 12 June, 2025

Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree is promising, but we still have a ton of questions
Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree is promising, but we still have a ton of questions

Bandai Namco and Brownies new take on the Action-RPG and Roguelike genres has potential, yet I'm really just eager to see more.

preview by James Galizio on 12 June, 2025

Branching Path: Pragmata might just end up being worth the wait
Branching Path: Pragmata might just end up being worth the wait

Nearly 5 years after its reveal, Pragmata is finally playable - and while we aren't quite sure if it's an RPG yet, we're excited to see more.

preview by James Galizio on 11 June, 2025

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Nintendo Switch 2 Review
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Nintendo Switch 2 Review

After nearly 3 long years, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are finally in the state they should've been all along.

review by James Galizio on 10 June, 2025

How to purchase RPGs from the Japanese Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch 2
How to purchase RPGs from the Japanese Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch 2

With the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2, there's been some confusion about whether international players will be able to access the Japanese eShop to purchase games - here's how you can do so.

guide by James Galizio on 09 June, 2025

Fuga: Melodies of Steel 3 Review
Fuga: Melodies of Steel 3 Review

CyberConnect2's finale to the Fuga trilogy, while still good, feels almost like an obligation.

review by James Galizio on 01 June, 2025

With Final Fantasy XIV patch 7.25, Occult Crescent has brought out Dawntrail's full potential
With Final Fantasy XIV patch 7.25, Occult Crescent has brought out Dawntrail's full potential

After nearly a year, Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail is beginning to feel like the expansion it always could've been.

feature by James Galizio on 01 June, 2025

Persona 5: The Phantom X isn't what I expected from a Persona 5 mobile game, for good and ill - hands-on
Persona 5: The Phantom X isn't what I expected from a Persona 5 mobile game, for good and ill - hands-on

More than just stapled onto Persona 5, The Phantom X is a different take on what Persona 5 also could have been.

preview by James Galizio on 27 May, 2025

Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D is coming to Switch 2 alongside previously revealed platforms on October 30
Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D is coming to Switch 2 alongside previously revealed platforms on October 30

In addition to previously announced platforms, the remake of the first two games will be launching on Nintendo's new console

news by James Galizio on 27 May, 2025

Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake isn't just a fresh coat of paint, but a complete reimagining - hands-on
Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake isn't just a fresh coat of paint, but a complete reimagining - hands-on

Even moreso than Dragon Quest III's recent remake, Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D wants to reinvent the games that started it all

preview by James Galizio on 27 May, 2025

Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remastered might become a problem for my work in the near future - hands-on
Bravely Default: Flying Fairy HD Remastered might become a problem for my work in the near future - hands-on

For rhythm game sickos, what might otherwise be a simple minigame could have dire ramifications

preview by James Galizio on 22 May, 2025

Lies of P: Overture is exactly what you'd want from more of the game - hands-on
Lies of P: Overture is exactly what you'd want from more of the game - hands-on

Lies of P: Overture already looks like it'll take an already great game and make it something even more special

preview by James Galizio on 21 May, 2025

Round8 is adding difficulty options to Lies of P thanks to requests both internally and from players
Round8 is adding difficulty options to Lies of P thanks to requests both internally and from players

The update will drop at the same time as Lies of P: Overture's as-of-yet unannounced release, and will come alongside the ability to rematch boss fights.

news by James Galizio on 21 May, 2025

We had the chance to play a bunch of SEGA and ATLUS games on Switch 2, and it's about what you'd expect
We had the chance to play a bunch of SEGA and ATLUS games on Switch 2, and it's about what you'd expect

From Yakuza 0 Director's Cut to Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S, SEGA is bringing out all the stops for Nintendo Switch 2

feature by James Galizio on 21 May, 2025

Blades of Fire Review
Blades of Fire Review

MercurySteam's latest project holds a lot of promise, but death by a thousand cuts holds it back from true greatness.

review by James Galizio on 20 May, 2025

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