Games developed by Nihon Falcom
Ys Origin Review (PlayStation 4)
Now that's one epic tower
February 24, 2017 - Nihon Falcom are masters at creating addictive RPG experiences. Their Ys series has quite an impressive history so let's go back to a time before Adol's adventures and see if Yunica and Hugo have what it takes to ascend the Devil's Tower.
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The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel II Review (PlayStation 3)
A first-class JRPG sequel
November 2, 2016 - Gamers always hope that sequels live up to their predecessors. Thankfully, Trails of Cold Steel II goes above and beyond the first installment so let's go back to school and see what Rean and his pals have been up to.
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Trails of Cold Steel II: Finale to Epilogue
That is one long ending
November 1, 2016 - Having just completed The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel II, I must say that it's been an incredible journey. Here, I'll summarize all of the events that unfolded in its final chapters so don't read any further if you're trying to avoid spoilers.
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Trails of Cold Steel II: Act 2 (Part 3 & 4)
Back to school
October 30, 2016 - Rean and his classmates have been going on quite the adventure. Now that I'm finally done Act 2, here's my take on the second half of the act. Before you read any further, just know that there will be spoilers!
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Gurumin 3D: A Monstrous Adventure Review (3DS)
Drill, baby, drill!
October 24, 2016 - It's great to see long-lost classics given new life for today's gamers. Gurumin may be over a decade old but it holds up surprisingly well so sharpen your drill; it's time for a monster bash!
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Trails of Cold Steel II: Act 2 (Part 1 & 2)
Things start to open up
October 20, 2016 - Last time, we met up with all of Rean's pals again. In Act 2, we get to take his friends along for an airship ride! As always, please enjoy and keep in mind that spoilers are ahead.
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Trails of Cold Steel II: Act 1 & Intermission
Rean's class reunion
October 4, 2016 - Now that I've finally worked my way through Act 1 of this epic JRPG, it's time for another play journal. Here, you'll find my impressions so far as well as some story information so be warned: there will be spoilers.
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Trails of Cold Steel II: Prologue
The legend continues
September 14, 2016 - The first Trails of Cold Steel took The Legend of Heroes series to a higher level with its incredible cast of characters, epic plot, and awesome JRPG gameplay. Now, part two is out so let's see what Rean and gang have been up to.
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The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel Review (PlayStation 3)
An RPG in a class of its own
January 29, 2016 - Once in a while, an RPG comes out that reminds me why I love playing them. Trails of Cold Steel may not try to redefine the genre, but the solid adventure contained within is one that any RPG fan should go on.
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Trails of Cold Steel: The School Year Comes to a Close
A satisfying ending to a great RPG
January 28, 2016 - It's difficult to craft a game that makes you want to keep playing after you finish it. Now that I'm done Trails of Cold Steel, I must say that the conclusion blew me away and now the sequel can't come out soon enough!
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