I wish I could be surprised, but a part of me knew a 2015 release was optimistic on ATLUS’ part. In any case, 2016 looks to be the year of the JRPG.

I understand, but as somebody who followed the game since its announcement and was hyped since day 1, my main gripe stems from the fact that they had an opportunity to do something truly innovative. Instead, they went for a cookie-cutter SRPG, slapped on franchise characters, and called it a day.

I know exactly how you feel. I gave up on it halfway through because it was a constant repetitive grind. If they’d added fighting game controls to the battles (QCF, HC, etc.) and made it into a hybrid SRPG/fighting game, it would’ve been a breath of fresh air. Instead we got a giant pile of fan service.

South Park’s had a tough time captivating my interest the past few seasons, but with the amount of cannon fodder they have this year they can’t possibly screw it up.

It’s gonna come in handy for the RNC debate and South Park season premiere, too!

4 Transformers films and we can’t get a sequel to Pacific Rim. Sigh...

Absolutely! I was shocked after seeing the British one that they’d release such an emotionally watered down version for the States.

The Descent’s British ending should deserve an honorable mention. It’s just so fitting with the rest of the film.

PSO2 on the PS4? A part of me is irrationally holding out hope for SEGA to release it in the west after the PS4 version’s out.

That’s been my million dollar question after seeing the video.

Yeah, those were my initial thoughts too. Considering his exposure to the west, I’d be surprised if he isn’t more receptive to the international market.

That makes sense. I hadn’t had the chance to look through the bulbapedia page, but after doing so it seems quite clear why he was chosen; worked in the banking sector, good with finance, lived in the States, ex-NOA President, plenty of leadership experience in the West and Japan. I think they made the right hire,…

A lot of people seem surprised or dismayed that Nintendo went with a “business guy,” but as a former business student, I’m more intrigued that they picked the guy out of HR. It’s an interesting decision for sure and I hope it pays off.

No worries! I think you’ll really like it. It’s passionately written and gives you an even deeper appreciation of the man.

Also, if you’re into music and/or Koji Kondo’s genius, I highly recommend picking up Super Mario Bros. book from the 33 1/3 series. It’s really well written and provides some great insights into the soundtrack and the man behind it.

It’s actually a new body; the old arm is rusty.

I feel like Yelp really encourages this “customer is always right” asshole behavior due to its influence.

Thanks for this! It just motivated me to quit procrastinating my PADI certification.

I think Yoda really nailed it: “Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering.”

That’s why you get paid the big bucks, huh?