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Party Chat: A JRPG Podcast

Cameron Hawkins and Kevin Kensonpodcasters.spotify.com
Join Cameron Hawkins and Kevin Kenson as they talk about everything in the world of Japanese Role-Playing Video Games and other Japanese titles. Whether it be news, what we've been playing, or a topic of the show, this is the destination podcast for everything JRPGs.
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Episodes

When Will We See These Nintendo Franchises Next

Cameron and Kevin discuss what they hope to see during this week's Nintendo Indie World, the new fighting game announcements that happened over the weekend at EVO and when we expect the next entry of Nintendo's notable IP will be.

Aug 07, 20252 hr 16 minSeason 1Ep. 32

Pokemon Presents and The Future of the Series

Cameron and Kevin discuss everything announced during this week's Pokémon Presents, Cameron talks about Shadow Labyrinth, Lunar, and Donkey Kong Bananza while Kevin gives his thoughts on No Sleep for Kaname Date and Deltarune. For topic of the show we talk about the future of the Pokémon series. What we want, what we hope they change, and where the series could go.

Jul 24, 20252 hr 27 minSeason 1Ep. 30

The World of Collecting with Orbalology

Cameron and Kevin are joined this week by Emily aka Orbalology from The JRPG Pursuit podcast! We discuss major news from several Japanese developers, the Ghost of Yotei State of Play as well as the highs and lows of being a collector in the video game space.

Jul 17, 20252 hr 18 minSeason 1Ep. 29

The Evolution of Final Fantasy with John Phipps

Cameron and Kevin are joined by John Phipps of Super Deluxe Gamescast this week. We discuss what we hope to get out of the upcoming Ghost of Yotei State of Play, the ongoing absence of the known Final Fantasy IX remake, and the future of the Tales series as it approaches its 30th anniversary. For Topic of the Show we dive into the Final Fantasy series, what makes a Final Fantasy game, and whether it needs to change things moving forward to keep fans interested.

Jul 10, 20251 hr 48 minSeason 1Ep. 28

Our Underappreciated JRGPs with Dallah Games

Cameron and Kevin are joined by Dallah from Dallah Games and The JRPG Pursuit podcast! We discuss the upcoming Capcom Spotlight and SEGA sales numbers. Cameron gives his thoughts so far with Pokemon Violet, Kevin has returned to Final Fantasy II, and Dallah shares his experience with Atelier Yumia. For topic of the show, Dallah has us share a JRPG they feel is underappreciated and eventually we somehow get to the 1993 movie Surf Ninja starring Rob Schneider and Leslie Nielsen.

Jun 26, 20252 hr 54 minSeason 1Ep. 26

Donkey Kong Bananza Direct Reactions and Our Thoughts on the Switch 2 so far

Cam and Kevin go over everything from the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct. Cameron shares his thoughts on Raidou Remastered. Kevin gives updated impressions on Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster and we both give our thoughts on our time with the Switch 2 so far.

Jun 19, 20252 hr 28 minSeason 1Ep. 25

Everything we played at Summer Game Fest

Cameron and Kevin talk about a laundry list of JRPGs and Eastern titles that they got to go hands-on with at Summer Game Fest with a few surprises as well.

Jun 13, 20251 hr 28 minSeason 1Ep. 24

Everything Capcom Showed Us at Summer Game Fest

Cameron and Kevin both went hands-on with Capcom’s newest IP Pragmata as well as behind closed door presentations on Onimusha: Way of the Sword and Resident Evil Requiem.

Jun 11, 202549 min

Persona 4 Remake Seemingly Confirmed and Our Favorite Combat Systems

Cameron and Kevin discuss more news revolving around the highly rumored Persona 4 Remake. Kingdom Hearts IV voice over is currently underway. Cameron has finally returned to Expedition 33 and we talk about some of our favorite combat systems.

May 29, 20252 hr 24 minSeason 1Ep. 22

Dragon Quest I + II HD-2D Preview

Cameron and Kevin both went hands-on with Dragon Quest I + II HD-2D Remake and shares, new features, how they build off the original, and the potential framework of creating a more encompassing trilogy.

May 27, 202528 min

New Kingdom Hearts 4 Info and Our Summer Game Fest Predictions

Cameron and Kevin dissect the new Kingdom Hearts IV screenshots, Kevin reviews the new Sea of Stars DLC, and we give our thoughts on what we should, can, and don’t expect during SGF time in the coming weeks.

May 22, 20251 hr 46 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Raidou Remastered Hands On Impressions

Kevin got the chance to play the opening hours of Raidou Remastered: Mystery of the Soulless Army, and shares his thoughts about the game with Cameron. Deep diving into the combat, demon recruiting mechanics, story structure, quality of life changes to the remaster, and all the interesting things that make this one of the most unique SMT games worth looking into.

May 20, 202534 min

Kingdom Hearts Missing Link Canceled and IGN's Top 25 JRPGs of All Time

Cameron and Kevin talk about the cancellation of Kingdom Hearts Missing Link and what that could mean for the future of the series. Cameron shares his thoughts on Rune Factory Guardians of Azuma and upcoming Indie RPG Nocturne from PAX East and Cam and Kev go over IGN's Top 25 JRPGs of all time to share their agreements, grievances, and frustrations.

May 15, 20252 hr 32 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Shadow Labyrinth Hands on Impressions

Cameron is joined by Lucas White discussing their hands on impressions of playing Shadow Labyrinth, an upcoming dark metroidvania spin on Pac-Man

May 12, 20259 min

Battle Train Hands On Impressions

Cameron and special guest Lucas talk about their experiences playing Battle Train, an upcoming roguelite published by Bandai Namco!

May 11, 20259 min

Bravely Default Remastered Hands On Impressions

Cameron is at PAX East right now and got the chance to go hands on with Bravely Default Remastered for Switch 2! Joining him today is Brendan Groom from Pass the Controller who also got the chance to play, here's their thoughts on some of the updated visuals, gameplay, and most importantly, brand new mini games that are flexing new Switch 2 control styles! Here's their thoughts.

May 09, 202512 min

Chrono Trigger Remake Fake Out and our JRPG Dream Teams

Cameron and Kevin go over one of the most bizarre weeks in JRPG news, with an accidental fake leak of a Chrono Trigger Remake, Expedition 33 continuing to sell well, and odd claims of an Elden Ring movie that might not actually be real. Then for main topic, Cameron and Kevin draft out their dream JRPG teams from across classic games.

May 08, 20251 hr 47 minSeason 1Ep. 19

Expedition 33 Impressions and The State of Turn Based JRPGs

Cam and Kevin talk about their time with Hundred Line, Lunar, and Expectation 33 while discussing the exhausting rehashed talking points that come when a new turn based RPG hits the mainstream.

May 01, 20251 hr 55 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Expedition 33 Review Round-Up, Onimusha II Hands-On, and Our Mount Rushmore of JRPG Protagonists

Cameron and Kevin discuss the recent positive reviews for Expedition 33 as well as new info on Ghost of Yotei and Switch 2 Preorders. Kevin shares his experience playing the beginning of Onimusha 2 Remastered as well as City of the Wolves. Cameron and Kevin both talk about their respective JRPG protagonist Mount Rushmore's, and what they think the objective lineup is.

Apr 24, 20252 hr 37 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Xbox Showcase Announced, Rusty Rabbit, and the Reputation of Limited Run Games

Cameron and Kevin discuss what we may expect at the Xbox Showcase in June and Kevin gives his thoughts on the newly released Rusty Rabbit. For the topic of the show Cam and Kevin talk about the history of Limited Run Games and the company's continued consumer backlash over the years.

Apr 17, 20251 hr 16 minSeason 1Ep. 16

More Switch 2 News and The Best JRPG Soundtracks

Cameron and Kevin discuss the latest updates following last weeks Switch 2 presentation and some of our favorite video game soundtracks and composers.

Apr 10, 20252 hr 12 minSeason 1Ep. 15

The Switch 2 Direct Extravaganza

Cameron and Kevin discusses everything revealed during yesterday's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct and what may come for the future of the system.

Apr 03, 20252 hr 25 min

Our Thoughts on The Final Nintendo Switch Direct

In this bonus episode of Party Chat Cameron and Kevin go over what was announced during the final Nintendo Switch Direct and how it may effect the Switch 2 Presentation next week.

Mar 28, 20251 hr 16 min

Trails Remake Coming in September and What We Want From Nintendo Switch 2

Cameron and Kevin discuss the recently leaked release date for Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter, our time with Xenoblade Chronicles X and Assassin's Creed Shadows, and our hopes, dreams, and predictions of the Nintendo Switch 2 leading up to next week's console presentation.

Mar 27, 20251 hr 49 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Final Fantasy XVI Flops and The History of the Switch

Cameron and Kevin discuss where Final Fantasy XVI could have went wrong after learning the latest sales numbers. Cameron discusses his time with Dragon Quest V so far. Kevin and Cam reminisce on the incredible library of the Nintendo Switch.

Mar 20, 20252 hr 25 minSeason 1Ep. 12
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