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Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastOur Underappreciated JRGPs with Dallah GamesCameron and Kevin are joined by Dallah from Dallah Games and The JRPG Pursuit podcast! We discuss the upcoming Capcom Spotlight and SEGA sales numbers. Cameron gives his thoughts so far with Pokemon Violet, Kevin has returned to Final Fantasy II, and Dallah shares his experience with Atelier Yumia. For topic of the show, Dallah has us share a JRPG they feel is underappreciated and eventually we somehow get to the 1993 movie Surf Ninja starring Rob Schneider and Leslie Nielsen. 2025-06-262h 53Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastDonkey Kong Bananza Direct Reactions and Our Thoughts on the Switch 2 so farCam and Kevin go over everything from the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct. Cameron shares his thoughts on Raidou Remastered. Kevin gives updated impressions on Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster and we both give our thoughts on our time with the Switch 2 so far.2025-06-192h 28Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastEverything we played at Summer Game FestCameron and Kevin talk about a laundry list of JRPGs and Eastern titles that they got to go hands-on with at Summer Game Fest with a few surprises as well.2025-06-131h 28Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastEverything Capcom Showed Us at Summer Game FestCameron and Kevin both went hands-on with Capcom’s newest IP Pragmata as well as behind closed door presentations on Onimusha: Way of the Sword and Resident Evil Requiem.2025-06-1148 minParty Chat: A JRPG PodcastOur thoughts on the Summer Game Fest and Xbox ShowcasesCameron and Kevin discuss everything that was announced at the Summer Game Fest and Xbox Showcase and how Eastern games are shaping up for the rest of 2025 and beyond.2025-06-111h 26Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastState of Play Reactions and Rune Factory Guardians of Azuma ThoughtsCameron and Kevin discuss what was announced during the this week's State of Play as well as their time with Rune Factory Guardians of Azuma.2025-06-0651 minParty Chat: A JRPG PodcastPersona 4 Remake Seemingly Confirmed and Our Favorite Combat SystemsCameron and Kevin discuss more news revolving around the highly rumored Persona 4 Remake. Kingdom Hearts IV voice over is currently underway. Cameron has finally returned to Expedition 33 and we talk about some of our favorite combat systems.2025-05-292h 23Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastDragon Quest I + II HD-2D PreviewCameron and Kevin both went hands-on with Dragon Quest I + II HD-2D Remake and shares, new features, how they build off the original, and the potential framework of creating a more encompassing trilogy.2025-05-2728 minParty Chat: A JRPG PodcastNew Kingdom Hearts 4 Info and Our Summer Game Fest PredictionsCameron and Kevin dissect the new Kingdom Hearts IV screenshots, Kevin reviews the new Sea of Stars DLC, and we give our thoughts on what we should, can, and don’t expect during SGF time in the coming weeks.2025-05-221h 46Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastRaidou Remastered Hands On ImpressionsKevin got the chance to play the opening hours of Raidou Remastered: Mystery of the Soulless Army, and shares his thoughts about the game with Cameron. Deep diving into the combat, demon recruiting mechanics, story structure, quality of life changes to the remaster, and all the interesting things that make this one of the most unique SMT games worth looking into. 2025-05-2034 minParty Chat: A JRPG PodcastKingdom Hearts Missing Link Canceled and IGN's Top 25 JRPGs of All TimeCameron and Kevin talk about the cancellation of Kingdom Hearts Missing Link and what that could mean for the future of the series. Cameron shares his thoughts on Rune Factory Guardians of Azuma and upcoming Indie RPG Nocturne from PAX East and Cam and Kev go over IGN's Top 25 JRPGs of all time to share their agreements, grievances, and frustrations.2025-05-152h 31Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastShadow Labyrinth Hands on ImpressionsCameron is joined by Lucas White discussing their hands on impressions of playing Shadow Labyrinth, an upcoming dark metroidvania spin on Pac-Man2025-05-1208 minParty Chat: A JRPG PodcastBattle Train Hands On ImpressionsCameron and special guest Lucas talk about their experiences playing Battle Train, an upcoming roguelite published by Bandai Namco!2025-05-1108 minParty Chat: A JRPG PodcastMagic the Gathering - Final Fantasy: Interview with the DesignersCameron interviews the design team behind Magic the Gathering and the upcoming Final Fantasy set Gavin Verhey, Zakeel Gordon, Dillon Deveney, and Daniel Holt.2025-05-1025 minParty Chat: A JRPG PodcastBravely Default Remastered Hands On ImpressionsCameron is at PAX East right now and got the chance to go hands on with Bravely Default Remastered for Switch 2! Joining him today is Brendan Groom from Pass the Controller who also got the chance to play, here's their thoughts on some of the updated visuals, gameplay, and most importantly, brand new mini games that are flexing new Switch 2 control styles! Here's their thoughts.2025-05-0911 minParty Chat: A JRPG PodcastChrono Trigger Remake Fake Out and our JRPG Dream TeamsCameron and Kevin go over one of the most bizarre weeks in JRPG news, with an accidental fake leak of a Chrono Trigger Remake, Expedition 33 continuing to sell well, and odd claims of an Elden Ring movie that might not actually be real. Then for main topic, Cameron and Kevin draft out their dream JRPG teams from across classic games.2025-05-081h 46Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastExpedition 33 Impressions and The State of Turn Based JRPGsCam and Kevin talk about their time with Hundred Line, Lunar, and Expectation 33 while discussing the exhausting rehashed talking points that come when a new turn based RPG hits the mainstream.2025-05-011h 55Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastExpedition 33 Review Round-Up, Onimusha II Hands-On, and Our Mount Rushmore of JRPG ProtagonistsCameron and Kevin discuss the recent positive reviews for Expedition 33 as well as new info on Ghost of Yotei and Switch 2 Preorders. Kevin shares his experience playing the beginning of Onimusha 2 Remastered as well as City of the Wolves. Cameron and Kevin both talk about their respective JRPG protagonist Mount Rushmore's, and what they think the objective lineup is.2025-04-242h 37Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastXbox Showcase Announced, Rusty Rabbit, and the Reputation of Limited Run GamesCameron and Kevin discuss what we may expect at the Xbox Showcase in June and Kevin gives his thoughts on the newly released Rusty Rabbit. For the topic of the show Cam and Kevin talk about the history of Limited Run Games and the company's continued consumer backlash over the years.2025-04-171h 15Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastMore Switch 2 News and The Best JRPG SoundtracksCameron and Kevin discuss the latest updates following last weeks Switch 2 presentation and some of our favorite video game soundtracks and composers.2025-04-102h 11Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastThe Switch 2 Direct ExtravaganzaCameron and Kevin discusses everything revealed during yesterday's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct and what may come for the future of the system.2025-04-032h 25Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastOur Thoughts on The Final Nintendo Switch DirectIn this bonus episode of Party Chat Cameron and Kevin go over what was announced during the final Nintendo Switch Direct and how it may effect the Switch 2 Presentation next week.2025-03-281h 15Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastTrails Remake Coming in September and What We Want From Nintendo Switch 2Cameron and Kevin discuss the recently leaked release date for Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter, our time with Xenoblade Chronicles X and Assassin's Creed Shadows, and our hopes, dreams, and predictions of the Nintendo Switch 2 leading up to next week's console presentation.2025-03-271h 48Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastFinal Fantasy XVI Flops and The History of the SwitchCameron and Kevin discuss where Final Fantasy XVI could have went wrong after learning the latest sales numbers. Cameron discusses his time with Dragon Quest V so far. Kevin and Cam reminisce on the incredible library of the Nintendo Switch.2025-03-202h 24Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastAtelier Yumia ReviewCameron has played the latest game in the Atelier franchise Atelier Yumia. Cam discusses with Kevin his experience as a first time player to the series and what players old and new should expect in this revamped entry.2025-03-1446 minParty Chat: A JRPG PodcastNew Chrono Trigger News and Where's the Best Place to Start a JRPG FranchiseCameron and Kevin go over what new Chrono Trigger projects could be in the works, the reveal of Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter voice cast, the Suikoden remaster, and what are the best entries to begin in respective JRPG franchises.2025-03-132h 13Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastPokémon Presents and the History of Suikoden with Aidan MoherCameron and Kevin are joined by Fight, Magic, Items Author Aidan Moher who recently announced his new book on Suikoden I + II from Boss Fight Books. They discuss all the news from last week's Pokemon Presents, a new Suikoden game, and Aidan's journey as a book writer.Make sure to check out Aidan's newsletter here! https://astrolabe.aidanmoher.com2025-03-061h 45Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastFinal Fantasy VII Rebirth Spoilercast - One Year LaterCameron and Kevin are joined by Kevin Diaz from IGN and PlayStation Source to talk about where they stand on Rebirth a year after its initial release. They discuss what they love and dislike about the combat, gameplay, story as well as predictions on the future of this ambitious Remake project.2025-02-282h 16Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastNieR 15th Anniversary Event and Unique Battle Systems We Want to See Return Cameron and Kevin discuss what potential news could come out of the upcoming Nier 15th anniversary livestream and what battle systems that were only in a single game that we would love to see come back.2025-02-271h 21
The JRPG PursuitLong-Form Storytelling in JRPGs, ft. Cameron Hawkins from the Party Chat Podcast!This week, we're joined by Cameron Hawkins to talk about long-form storytelling in JRPGs. He's one of the foremost experts on Kingdom Hearts, which is among the most famous of the long-form video game stories, and he's a Trails sicko like the rest of us, so we had plenty to discuss! Be sure to subscribe to Cam's podcast with Kevin Kenson, Party Chat @partychatjrpgpod !Cam's socials:X: x.com/@camfinalmixInstagram: instagram.com/camfinalmixBlue Sky: camfinalmix.bsky.socialIf you're not already, consider becoming a me...2025-02-261h 34Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastMonster Hunter Wilds ReviewCameron and Kevin discuss the hotly anticipated Monster Hunter Wilds, but will it meet the expectations fans of the series have been waiting for?2025-02-2443 minParty Chat: A JRPG PodcastFinal Fantasy x Magic the Gathering First Look and The Future of RGGCameron and Kevin go over everything revealed from the Final Fantasy and Magic the Gathering crossover, the latest roadmaps for current fighting games and our hopes and predictions from RGG in the coming years.2025-02-202h 04Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastEverything Announced at PlayStation State of Play and What Makes a Definitive Version of a GameCameron and Kevin discuss all the news from yesterday's State of Play and how we determine the definitive version of a game.2025-02-131h 55Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastTrails Through Daybreak II ReviewCameron has played the latest entry in the Legend of Heroes series Trails through Daybreak II and talks about how the franchise continues to be one of the most overlooked in gaming and how Daybreak II sets up the future of the series. 2025-02-071h 17Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastMonster Hunter Wilds, Onimusha, and More Movie AdaptationsCameron and Kevin go over the Capcom Spotlight, Expedition 33 and Sleeping Dogs movie announcements, and developer made characters versus player made characters in JRPGs.2025-02-061h 15Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastNinja Gaiden 4, Expedition 33, and The Best JRPG PartiesCameron and Kevin discuss Ninja Gaiden and Expedition 33 from the Xbox Developer Direct. The new(ish) head of Sony Interactive Entertainment has been announced. We talk about our hands-on time with Ninja Gaiden II Black and Final Fantasy II as well as the best JRPG parties (part 1 of who can really say?).2025-01-302h 00Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastSwitch 2 Officially Revealed, Dynasty Warriors Origins, and Silent ProtagonistsCameron and Kevin go over everything that was seen during the Switch 2 reveal, our thoughts on Dynasty Warriors Origins and Tales of Graces f Remastered as well as disussing the questions "Is there still a place for silent protagonists in JRPGs?"2025-01-231h 51Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastPhantom Brave: The Lost Hero ReviewCameron and Kevin review Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero, the latest title from Nippon Ichi Software, what it brings to the tactics genre, and how NIS can improve on their future titles.2025-01-2358 minParty Chat: A JRPG PodcastSwitch 2, Xbox Surprise, and what new game reveals may be on the horizonThe Switch 2 has finally arrived? Cameron and Kevin discuss the future of Nintendo, the new entry of a Japanese IP seemingly being revealed at the upcoming Xbox Developer Direct, and our hopes and dreams of JRPG announcements and updates for 2025.2025-01-162h 36Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastThe Worrisome Future of PlatinumGames and Our Most Anticipated Games of 2025Cameron and Kevin discuss lead developers from PlatinumGames leaving the company and what that could mean for the future of the studio. Cam shares his experience with Paper Mario The Thousand Year Door and for the Topic of the Show Kev and Cam go over the upcoming game slate of 2025 and which games excite us the most.
2025-01-102h 34Party Chat: A JRPG PodcastWhat is a JRPG? and Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana ReviewWelcome to the first episode of Party Chat: A JRPG Podcast! Cameron and Kevin discuss Falcom's upcoming game slate and Japanese developers speaking on their 2025. Cameron reviews Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana while Kevin speaks on his time with Visions of Mana and we answer the simple question, "What is a JRPG?"2025-01-072h 12