One Controller Port Podcast – Episode 55: Musou all the way Home

This week I talk about some Dragon Quest Heroes II as well as some random news bits.

The Conduit: A Point and Shoot Adventure

I’ve been a long time fan of the Wii. Initially it was because I was a Nintendo fan foaming at the mouth. But as I grew older during the Wii generation, I started liking the Wii specifically for its different takes on and unique implementations of certain genres. The design decisions made for the platform typically aimed to fit the motion controls or attempted to reach a wider audience. First Person Shooters seemed like a perfect fit for the console with the ability to perform precise aiming with the infrared pointer. As much as a no-brainer it seemed to be, the implementation was not so simple.

One Controller Port Podcast: Episode 48 – 2000s in 4K

This week I talk about re-releases of games from the early 2000s, Phantasy Star Online 2 and Closers.

One Controller Port Podcast – Episode 44: Wrapping Up Xenoblade Chronicles 2

This week I talk about my general feelings after finishing Xenoblade Chronicles 2 as well as the most recent Valkyria Chronicles 4 trailer.

One Controller Port Podcast – Episode 34: Demons and Devils

This week I talk about my Valkyria Revolution Article and Toukiden 2.

Valkyria Revolution: Making the Best of a Bad Situation

Valkyria Revolution is not well-liked. I’ve seen few who think this attempt to re-invent the brand as an Action RPG amounted to anything. By the nature of its design, it’s a repetitive game that almost completely destroys any preconceived notions of Valkyria as a strategy franchise. It seems like it has no business holding the name. But deeper within Valkyria Revolution, one particular aspect of the series remains – managing morale. This overtakes the entirety of the story as well as the gameplay, building the whole experience on the back of this singular element. Though from the beginning, it’s not clear that this is the case.

One Controller Port Podcast – Episode 32: Who is Doubt?

This week I discuss Jet Set Radio Evolution and SEGA’s handling of their IPs in general, as well as the mobile game Doubt.

Relevant references after the break.

One Controller Port Podcast – Episode 28: Game Development Fan Fiction

This week I talk about the recently announced Valkyria Chronicles 4 and The Seven Deadly Sins Knights of Britannia . I also attempt to talk about The Closers and fail.

One Controller Port Podcast – Episode 17: GameStop PepsiCo

This week I talk about way too many games that I played at GameStop Expo. I won’t bother tagging it all.

ESWAT: City Under Siege — Duke Oda Powered Up

(Image Source: The Old Computer)

I have a soft spot for everyday characters who play roles in extraordinary stories. Despite not being a super powered hero, chosen one or whatever excuse there is to overcome excruciating odds, they still contribute. Yet, not every person off the street who happens to do something important fills this role. To appreciate a character’s place, a broad enough perspective of the game’s world is required. There also needs to be a level of modesty in their actions and the influence they have.

ESWAT: City Under Siege for the Sega Genesis is quickly disqualified by featuring a character with a super-powered suit, but the game does give the player taste of his life before he gears up as an American Mega Man box art model.