UPRC'S PROFILE

Oh yeah, I definitely plan on it.

How I felt after I saw the debut trailer:



Not really digging it. I've tried to enjoy the new "action" battle systems of the more recent games, but I just can't really get into them and enjoy them, so this one's probably going to be a hard pass from me though I'll reserve final judgment until there's some solid gameplay videos out. I also find it really jarring how the cutscenes seem to be realistic/serious and inspired by Game of Thrones or something, but then it cuts to a fight and it's hilariously anime-like with the exaggerated attacks, juggling enemies mid-air, and so forth. Just from the trailer, I get the impression that the game has no idea what it's trying to be from a tonal perspective.

On a positive note, I'm glad that it appears to be a full-on fantasy setting again for the first time in years. Final Fantasy is at its best when it fully embraces fantasy.

Game Boy: Tetris
I could have picked a Mario Land game, but honestly, Tetris on Game Boy is just such a classic. Best puzzle game of all time.

Game Gear: Shinobi
Super enjoyable platformer. Good level design and the ninjas all felt really varied and fun to use.

Gamecube: Mario Kart Double Dash
My favourite Mario Kart game of all time. It was just the total package. So much fun.

Genesis: Shining Force 2
This game is just great fun, plain and simple.

Master System: Aztec Adventure
I barely remember this game because it's been years and years since I've played it, but I remember being a big fan of it.

Nintendo: Super Mario Bros. 3
The best platformer of all time. I'll fight anyone who says otherwise.

PC: Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind
My favourite TES game and favourite PC RPG of all time. Morrowind had amazing atmosphere, incredible immersion, and the most relaxing soundtrack ever. I'm playing it again and am still having lots of fun so many years later.

Playstation: Breath of Fire IV
The best Breath of Fire game by miles. I loved everything about this game. It's pretty telling that I'm picking this over FF9 since I'm a known mega Final Fantasy fan.

Playstation 2: Final Fantasy X
But now I am picking Final Fantasy, but mostly because I adopted a PS2 very late into the console's lifespan and never played too many PS2 games. I did, however, play this game and it was very good.

Playstation 3: Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
This game was a cinematic masterpiece. The gameplay was silky smooth, graphics and music were exceptional, and the character development and game script were worthy of a Hollywood film. When this game ended and I had to say bye to Nate and friends, I almost got choked up because I didn't want to say bye to them.

Playstation 4: SoulCalibur VI
This one was really hard for me to choose something for even though I've played plenty of PS4 games. Ultimately I have to give it to SoulCalibur VI for being one of the best fighting games I've played in years. It is hands down the best in the series in terms of actual fighting engine and mechanics.

Super Nintendo: Ogre Battle: March of the Black Queen
This is my all-time favourite game. No game will ever dethrone March of the Black Queen at the top of that list. It has incredible replayability, surprising depth for an SNES game, a super memorable soundtrack, and graphics that are still rather pretty so many years later. Awesome game and highly recommended for anyone who likes strategy RPGs.

Wii U: Mario Kart 8
I mean, this might change soon because I ordered the Wii U version of Breath of the Wild and that's arriving in a few days, but for now? Mario Kart 8. Not as good as Double Dash, but not far behind. Nintendo poured their heart into this one and it shows. Great track design, really pleasant visuals, and music that will get stuck in your head and leave you humming them even when you're not playing the game.


I also had a DS for a while, but I can't remember anything that I had for it at all.