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Super Paper Mario Review: Built different, but in a good way

In the realm of video games, few franchises have managed to captivate players with as much charm and creativity as the beloved Paper Mario series. Known for its unique blend of RPG elements and platforming, these games have consistently delivered memorable adventures in the Mushroom Kingdom and beyond. One title,

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Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Review: My second favorite game in my favorite series

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door stands as a beloved gem in the RPG world, adored by players for its unique charm, engaging gameplay, and captivating storytelling. Released for the GameCube in 2004, this installment in the Paper Mario series has captured the hearts of fans with its distinctive paper-based visuals,

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Paper Mario 64 Review: A great game, but outshined by its sequel

Paper Mario 64, a timeless classic that captured the hearts of gamers when it was first released, continues to hold a special place in the world of video games. With its unique blend of RPG elements, innovative battle system, and charming paper-inspired art style, it's no wonder this

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Final Fantasy X-2 Review: The epitome of bipolarity

Final Fantasy X-2, a sequel to the critically acclaimed Final Fantasy X, is a game that divides the fanbase. Some hail it for its innovative battle system and job mechanics, while others criticize its story and sidequests. In this review, we'll take a closer look at the various

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Final Fantasy X Review: I know it sounds selfish, but this is my review!

Final Fantasy X, an iconic entry in the Final Fantasy series and a beloved RPG worldwide, beckons players with its blend of captivating storytelling, memorable characters, and intricate gameplay systems. As we embark on this journey through Spira in this review, I, Brighton Nelson, will explore the game's

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Final Fantasy IX Review: One of the best RPG stories, one of the worst RPG battle systems

Final Fantasy IX, a beloved installment in the iconic Final Fantasy series, stands as a testament to the enduring power of storytelling in video games. This RPG adventure, released during the twilight years of the PlayStation era, weaves a captivating narrative that has left a lasting impression on gamers worldwide.

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Final Fantasy VIII Review: Too weird to live, too rare to die

Final Fantasy VIII is a game that has sparked debates and discussions among RPG enthusiasts for decades, captivating many with its unique charm while leaving others bewildered by its unconventionality. In this review, I, Brighton Nelson, will be diving deep into the intriguing game that is Final Fantasy VIII in

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Final Fantasy VII Review: Most people's favorite, but definitely not mine

Embark on a journey to the unforgettable world of Final Fantasy VII, a timeless classic that has left an indelible mark on the realm of role-playing games. In this review, I will delve deep into the heart of this iconic title, exploring its battle system, storytelling prowess, music, art, characters,

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Final Fantasy V Review: Overrated job system, underrated story

Final Fantasy V is a game that has left a mark on history through its revolutionary job system and lovable characters. It's a game where crystals shimmer with an untold and foreboding power, where warriors from different walks of life unite against a cosmic threat. While generally underrated

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Final Fantasy VI Review: The zenith of the Final Fantasy series

Prepare to embark on the journey of a lifetime in Final Fantasy VI, a game that proves to the world that gaming is so much more than it looks at first glance. This game shows that pixels and polygons can birth a meaningful and epic tale of sacrifice, belonging, and

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Final Fantasy IV: The After Years Review: Derivative, but a welcome surprise nonetheless

Final Fantasy IV: The After Years allows the player to return to the enchanting world of Final Fantasy IV—a realm steeped in nostalgia and adventure. The sequel takes you beyond the original tale, introducing new characters, challenges, and dungeons to unravel. In this review, I, Brighton Nelson, will explore

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Final Fantasy IV Review: Super solid, but not quite sensational

Step into a world where the lines between light and darkness blur, redemption takes center stage, and a classic tale of heroism unfolds—that is the epitome of what Final Fantasy IV is. This game was the pioneer for what we now know as narrative-driven RPGs, and this game is

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Final Fantasy II Review: A flawed, yet fantastic fantasy

I have always loved Final Fantasy II since I played it for the first time back in 2014. While I wouldn't claim it to be the best game in the series, it is truly up there as one of my favorite RPGs I have played. While I do

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Final Fantasy III Review: The best job system of the mainline games

Final Fantasy III, a graceful product of its time, revolutionized the RPG genre with its groundbreaking job system. To this day, Final Fantasy III has some of my favorite gameplay in the entire series, and a lot of great moments that set this RPG apart from the rest of the

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Golden Sun: Dark Dawn Review: Too much of a good thing is a bad thing

Golden Sun: Dark Dawn is often highly criticized as the worst game in the series, and while that is a sentiment I share, this game still was a very solid experience from beginning to end. While this game could not live up to the immense expectations set by its predecessors,

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Final Fantasy Review: The flawed fantasy that started it all

The original Final Fantasy is absolutely iconic and has laid the groundwork for one of the most famous and critically acclaimed franchises of all-time—revered for so many things only made possible by this eccentric entry. I personally find the PSP version of this game to be vastly superior to

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Lost Odyssey Review: Years later, it's still the greatest game of all time

This article marks a monumental event in the RPG Ranked community... as this is our first ever review! I felt obligated to do this game first since it is quite literally my favorite game of all time, and in today's article, I will be telling you why this