Articles by Paul Shkreli

Final Fantasy XIII’s combat continues to influence the series
Final Fantasy XIII’s combat continues to influence the series

Approaching the final hours of Final Fantasy XVI, and my mind keeps coming back to an earlier game in the series: Final Fantasy XIII.

feature by Paul Shkreli on 24 July, 2023

ChocoboGP’s crash and burn proves not every game needs seasons
ChocoboGP’s crash and burn proves not every game needs seasons

Square Enix recently released a modified version of ChocoboGP without a season model or microtransactions - which is how it should have been released in the first place.

feature by Paul Shkreli on 06 July, 2023

The next Paper Mario should lean into the series’ RPG roots
The next Paper Mario should lean into the series’ RPG roots

The long-running RPG series starring Mario should look back to move forward.

feature by Paul Shkreli on 26 June, 2023

Final Fantasy IV: The After Years Should Not Be An Afterthought
Final Fantasy IV: The After Years Should Not Be An Afterthought

With the Pixel Remaster project, Final Fantasy IV shines brightly on modern consoles. Without a Pixel Remaster version of the sequel, Final Fantasy IV: The After Years remains in limbo.

feature by Paul Shkreli on 15 May, 2023

Where is SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered?
Where is SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered?

It's been over two years since the release of SaGa Frontier Remastered. While other SaGa remasters have been released, SaGa Frontier 2 is curiously absent. This fan demands answers.

feature by Paul Shkreli on 23 April, 2023

Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp Review
Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp Review

A sleek, yet imperfect presentation coupled with dozens of single and multiplayer missions make Advance Wars 1 + 2 Re-Boot Camp engaging and addictive, for veterans and new recruits alike. 

review by Paul Shkreli on 19 April, 2023

Does The 3rd Birthday Deserve the Crisis Core Remastered Treatment?
Does The 3rd Birthday Deserve the Crisis Core Remastered Treatment?

It’s been 12 years since fans have heard from Aya Brea. Is now the perfect time for The 3rd Birthday to receive the Crisis Core: Reunion treatment?

feature by Paul Shkreli on 28 March, 2023

Wild Arms 3 Blazes Bright as the Series' Best
Wild Arms 3 Blazes Bright as the Series' Best

Twenty years after its release, Wild Arms 3 is the pinnacle of the series. Timeless cel-shaded graphics complement a classic turn-based system, carried on the backs of a charming cast that is as endearing as ever.

feature by Paul Shkreli on 23 March, 2023

Tracing the Lineage of Final Fantasy X-2's Job System
Tracing the Lineage of Final Fantasy X-2's Job System

Final Fantasy X-2's battle system is lauded - and it also holds a place of pride in the series' history.

feature by Paul Shkreli on 13 March, 2023