Category: RPG Backtrack

The RPG Backtrack takes some lengthy strolls down memory lane to recall RPGs from the recent past all the way back to yesteryear. Co-hosts Kelley Ryan and Matt Masem lead a raucous group of panelists who all bring opinions both positive and negative to each week’s discussion.

RPG Backtrack 341 – So You Like Suikoden

This week’s RPG Backtrack answers the question, “How many stars does it take to save a world?”  According to the Suikoden series, it’s no less than 108.  We only have four stars for this podcast though: Ryan R., Robert, David, and Michael.

RPG Backtrack 340 – No More Tears

On this week’s RPG Backtrack, we have a freshly hydrated, massively ripped Ganon ready to destroy the world.  What is a poor mute adventurer going to do?  Join us along with Pascal and Wheels as we talk about Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom while we try to build a Korok torture machine. 

RPG Backtrack 339 – We Have Bunnies Now

Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers is the game’s best expansion according to fans.  It bestowed the players with bunnies, lions, and dancers, but most important of all, it let people FINALLY live out their gun-sword fantasies like Squall.  This expansion is the topic of this week’s show, with guests Robert and Noodle. 

RPG Backtrack 337 – More Caninus of War

With the final game in the trilogy releasing this week, the RPG Backtrack crew decided to squeeze in a show about Fuga: Melodies of Steel 2.  As fans of the Little Tail Bronx series, we are excited to re-live the sequel to the surprise hit from CyberConnect2.  Featuring guests Cassandra, Josh, and Ryan C.

RPG Backtrack 333 – Dusk Tales

Atelier April kicks off with a trio of games set in dying worlds.  Josh, Sam, and Wheels all join the show to talk about the Atelier Dusk trilogy (Atelier Ayesha, Atelier Escha & Logy, and Atelier Shallie).

RPG Backtrack 332 – She Isn’t a Blended Metal

Sony’s machine-infested, open-world extravaganza came out with a sequel in 2022.  Sam, Pascal, and Josh join the show as we find out if Horizon: Forbidden West lives up to its predecessor.  Let’s just hope that the haptic triggers on the PS5 controller didn’t give everyone carpal tunnel.

RPG Backtrack 331 – Time Is On Our Side

It was 30 years ago this week that RPG legends Hironobu Sakaguchi, Yuji Horii, and Akira Toriyama gave Japan (and the U.S. five months later) their legendary RPG, Chrono Trigger.  Does this beloved game hold up to the test of time?  Find out with guests Pascal, Ryan R, Wheels, and Jahwon.

RPG Backtrack 330 – Lightning Strikes Twice

We’ve got a double dose of Final Fantasy sequels this week on Backtrack.  The party in these games may dwindle down to one, but at least there are plenty of guests; including Paul, Robert, Mike, and David.  By the way, there are thirteen days before the world ends.  Have fun!

RPG Backtrack 329 – They Watched Too Much Game of Thrones

The Final Fantasy series has come a long way since its roots on the NES. The latest entry brings a darker, more mature tone to this beloved franchise.  Our panel of hosts, including Ryan C, Paul, Pascal, Wheels, and David, all join the show to debate if the Final Fantasy XVI writers watched too much Game of Thrones.

RPG Backtrack 328 – V-Tubers, ENGAGE!

Nintendo’s latest entry in the Fire Emblem series gave us a colorful cast of characters, along with some classics returning in the form of rings. Josh and Cassandra join the cast to talk about the fine art of polishing rings in the middle of combat.

RPG Backtrack 325 – Get in the Sky Armor Glenn

It’s time for RPG Backtrack’s season finale for 2024, so let’s go out with some retro-inspired fun.  Chained Echoes was touted as a throwback to RPG Classics when it released in 2022.  Pascal dons his Sky Armor with the rest of the gang to see if this indie game holds up to its 16-bit forefathers.

RPG Backtrack 324 – My Immortal

The XBox 360 was a JRPG treasure trove in its early days thanks to Microsoft’s attempt to appeal to the east. When they got Hironobu Sakaguchi, the father of Final Fantasy to make a few games, we paid attention. On this week’s show, Pascal, Wheels, and Ryan M. gain immortality while discussing Lost Odyssey.