Brighton Nelson - RPG Ranked

Dragon Quest XI Review: Frustrating yet near-perfect

It took me over a year to beat this game, and over a year to remember I hadn't already written this review! I genuinely thought I'd already covered this! Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age has been lauded as one of the best entries

Cosmic Star Heroine

Cosmic Star Heroine Review: Ambitiously mediocre

Recently, while working on articles for my other websites, I've realized just how much longer it takes to beat RPGs compared to watching movies, listening to albums, or listening to an audiobook—even with a game as short as Cosmic Star Heroine. So, sorry to anybody who has

Mighty No. 9

Mighty No. 9 Review: Annoying but often awesome

I've heard so many bad things about this game, yet my dad has always really enjoyed it, so I was cautiously optimistic about checking it out. I've never really gotten into the Mega Man games yet, as I usually play RPGs. However, I wanted a quick,

Golden Sun

Golden Sun: The Lost Age Review: A brilliant retro RPG sequel

I certainly didn't play this trilogy in the most conventional order or timeline. I started with Dark Dawn a few years after it came out, took about a decade break, and finally got around to playing the first two. I like the other two games well enough, but

Legend of Zelda

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Review: A near-perfect Zelda smoothie

At least in the spaces I roam on the Internet, there were a lot of mixed feelings surrounding the announcement of Echoes of Wisdom, but, for me, from the outset, it looked like it'd be one of my new favorite Zelda games. With an open world-adjacent approach that

Legend of Zelda

The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword Review: The best traditional 3D Zelda

If you're not okay with the fact that Skyward Sword is my favorite traditional 3D Zelda game, you might want to click off this review and go play Ocarina of Time for the 72nd time. Jokes aside, this really is the 3D Zelda game that spoke to me

Legend of Zelda

The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess Review: A better yet less charming Ocarina

Twilight Princess is the first 3D Zelda that truly spoke to me. While I loved many elements of the previous 3D titles, especially The Wind Waker, I didn't quite get behind the hype for those games as much, and I felt like the odd one out, finding flaws

Super Mario Bros

Super Mario Sunshine Review: Terrible yet terrific

Ever since I played this game as a youngin' at the dentist's office, I've been putting it off, as I genuinely thought it was a horrible game as a kid. It's been my least favorite Mario game for years... but how did it

Super Mario Bros

Super Mario Galaxy Review: Not quite a masterpiece, but still great

I primarily play RPGs, and, especially with how long they are, I don't get around to playing other genres as often as I'd like. However, since the beginning of the 40th Mario anniversary, I've been trying to catch up on the Mario games I

Golden Sun

Golden Sun Review: A solid foundation for a superb series

After about a decade, I finally squeezed enough time out of my life to play the original Golden Sun, perhaps the most celebrated game amidst the lineup of classic Game Boy Advance RPGs. I thoroughly enjoyed Dark Dawn back when it came out on the DS, and I have always

Ys

Ys II: Ancient Ys Vanished - The Final Chapter Review

I was roped into starting the Ys series by my younger brother, who had binged the first couple games late last year. And it's been a fun time to explore these games! Ys is one of the most foundational action RPG series: a series that helped kick off

Super Mario Bros

Super Mario Land II: 6 Golden Coins Review: A brief yet unforgettable experience

Super Mario Land II is Mario's second foray into portable gaming, and it's certainly a wonderful experience in many ways! While short, this game's 2D level design still stands as the most unique in the whole mainline Mario platforming series. This game has a

Ys

Ys I: Ancient Ys Vanished Review: An action RPG revolutionary or just mid?

Ys is a revolutionary series that really helped define the action RPG genre and form it into what it has become. As such, my brother roped me into stopping my Mario binge (which I only started because of its 40th anniversary) and starting this series. So, what do I think

Super Mario Bros

Super Mario Land Review: A short yet sweet experience

Super Mario Land was the first handheld Mario experience, and its transition to a portable system came with some... downgrades. However, many people still love this game, while others hail it as the weakest Mario platformer we've ever gotten. Where does RPG Ranked stand on this dilemma? That&

Super Mario Bros

Super Mario Bros: The Lost Levels Review: Is it as bad as everybody says?

Super Mario Bros is one of the most classic and most discussed games of all-time. Everyone knows its music, Level 1-1, Mario himself, and tons of the memorable character designs introduced here. But this game? Everybody hates this game. Is it really as bad as people think it is? That&

Super Mario Bros

Super Mario Bros Review: Does it hold up to the rest of the series?

Super Mario Bros is one of the most classic and most discussed games of all-time. Everyone knows its music, Level 1-1, Mario himself, and tons of the memorable character designs introduced here. However, with so many games in the series, does this game still hold a candle in the modern

SaGa

Final Fantasy Legend II Review: Is it actually legendary?

The Final Fantasy Legend II is, as almost every RPG nerd knows, not truly a Final Fantasy game, but instead, the second entry in the SaGa series. The game introduces a lot of new, innovative ideas that build upon the original game. This game is a really unique RPG that

SaGa

The Final Fantasy Legend Review: A flawed yet fun legend

The Final Fantasy Legend is, as almost every RPG nerd knows, not truly a Final Fantasy game, but instead, the first entry in the SaGa series. The game introduces a lot of new, innovative ideas in this brief, entertaining RPG experience. This game is a really unique start to a

Mario & Rabbids

Mario & Rabbids: Kingdom Battle Review: A wacky (yet shallow) tactical masterpiece

Enter the whimsical world where Mario and Rabbids collide in an unexpected yet delightful crossover. "Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle" marks Mario's foray into the tactical RPG genre, delivering a unique blend of strategy and chaos. At its core, the game boasts a compelling battle system that

Final Fantasy

Final Fantasy IV: Tous les personnages RANKÉS!

Les personnages de Final Fantasy IV sont tous fantastiques, et j'adore que la version PSP de ce jeu permette de jouer avec n'importe quel membre de l'équipe ! Dans cet article, nous allons classer tous les membres de l'équipe jouables en permanence, en

Soda Dungeon

Soda Dungeon Review: Brilliant but lazy

In the bustling world of indie games, where the quest for innovation often leads to both triumphs and missteps, Soda Dungeon emerges as a quirky contender. Combining nostalgic pixel art with a unique blend of dungeon crawling and auto-battling mechanics, this game offers a refreshingly whimsical take on the genre.

Kingdom Hearts

Kingdom Hearts Review: A tale of highs and lows

Kingdom Hearts, a beloved title that intertwines Disney's whimsical charm with the intricate worlds of Final Fantasy, offers a gaming experience as unique as its premise. For those venturing into this crossover realm, the journey is a curious blend of highs and lows. Now, without further ado, I,

Chibi Knight

Chibi Knight Review: Super fun, but super short

In the ever-expanding world of indie games, Chibi Knight stands out as a charming yet modest entry. This game, designed with a blend of retro inspiration and fresh, adorable art, offers a unique, albeit concise, experience. It channels the spirit of classics like Zelda II: The Adventure of Link but

Legend of Zelda

The Legend of Zelda: Four Swords Adventures Review

In the ever-expanding realm of The Legend of Zelda series, Four Swords Adventures emerges as a unique, albeit polarizing, entry. Released for the GameCube in 2004, this title attempted to reinvent the Zelda experience with a multiplayer twist, allowing up to four players to team up in an adventure that

Legend of Zelda

The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker Review: A pirate's life for you and me

The Legend of Zelda series is renowned for its ability to reinvent itself while maintaining the core elements that make it beloved by fans. Among its many iterations, The Wind Waker stands out with its distinctive cel-shaded art style and seafaring adventure. While it departed from the more realistic graphics