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I wonder what's the minimum number of appearances to be considered a major character? Because Larry is in 7 cases (1-1, 1-4, 3-2, 3-5, E1-5, E2-3, and 6-6).

And yeah, Espella should get her own day if you're giving Darklaw and Barnham one.

The Jets have 6 primetime games in the first 11 weeks

I feel like Chocobo Hot & Cold is super overrated by the fanbase because it's one of the few minigames in FFIX that's not hot garbage so it feels great by comparison

Thorn posted...

was it FFIX that had one of the strongest weapons gated behind an extremely tight play time requirement such that the recommended strategy was to like open the PS1 tray at certain points because it would halt the ingame timer (or like leave it on super long to overflow the timer) or am I mixing that up with a different game?

Yeah, you had to reach the end of the game in under 12 hours. And yeah, the alternate strategy was to leave the timer running until it resets, which takes a long time, of course.

Don't think it's quite as dumb as the FFXII one in the poll but it's up there. FFIX has a lot of bad side content.

Can't wait for them to faithfully preserve it all in the remake.

Anagram posted...

Now that I think about it, I should've included lightning dodging.

Overhated mini-game

Getting less than 0 seconds in the chocobo minigame and butterfly catching are both worse minigames within FFX itself, to say nothing of other games in the series

I feel like we nominated Seinfeld and Friends episodes too

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Write a sketch in which Phoenix Wright and Miles Edgeworth debate whether the genre should be called "Metroidvania" or "Search Action."

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Title: The Great Genre Debate

[Scene: A courtroom with Phoenix Wright, Miles Edgeworth, the Judge, and a handful of spectators. The Judge bangs his gavel.]

Judge: Court is now in session. Todays case is an unusual one. Mr. Wright, Mr. Edgeworth, you are here to debate whether the genre should be called Metroidvania or Search Action. You may begin.

Phoenix Wright: Your Honor, the term Metroidvania has historical significance and a strong legacy in the gaming community. It's derived from the combination of two iconic series: Metroid and Castlevania. These games pioneered a unique style of gameplay that emphasizes exploration, power-ups, and nonlinear progression.

Miles Edgeworth: Objection! While Metroidvania does indeed have historical roots, it is also somewhat exclusionary and confusing to newcomers. Search Action is a more descriptive and straightforward term. It immediately conveys what the genre is aboutsearching for items and engaging in action.

Phoenix Wright: But Edgeworth, the term Metroidvania is already deeply ingrained in the gaming culture. Gamers worldwide understand and appreciate the homage to the classic games. Changing the name could alienate long-time fans.

Miles Edgeworth: Hold it! Just because a term is ingrained does not mean it is the most effective or clear. "Search Action" not only describes the gameplay elements precisely but also makes it easier for new players to understand what to expect. Its a term that speaks to a broader audience.

Phoenix Wright: But think about the emotional and nostalgic connections players have with Metroidvania. It evokes memories of discovering hidden areas, gaining new abilities, and the thrill of uncovering secrets. These games are about more than just searching and actiontheyre about the experience.

Miles Edgeworth: Exactly, Wright. And thats why we need a term that captures the essence of that experience without relying on specific titles. Search Action encompasses the exploratory and action-packed nature of the genre without tying it to just Metroid and Castlevania.

Phoenix Wright: You cant deny that Metroidvania has become a genre label that carries weight and respect. Its recognized by developers, critics, and gamers alike. Changing it might cause unnecessary confusion and dilute its meaning.

Miles Edgeworth: On the contrary, Wright. Evolution in language and terminology is essential for clarity and inclusivity. Search Action is an evolution that can help the genre grow and be more accessible. Its a term that reflects the core mechanics in a way that is universally understandable.

Judge: I see both sides have presented compelling arguments. The term Metroidvania certainly carries historical and emotional significance, while Search Action offers a more inclusive and descriptive alternative.

Spectator 1: Your Honor, if I may interjectcould we consider a compromise? Perhaps we could use both terms interchangeably for a period and see which resonates more with the community.

Judge: An intriguing suggestion. What do you think, Mr. Wright, Mr. Edgeworth?

Phoenix Wright: I think its worth a try. If it helps bridge the gap between old fans and new players, Im all for it.

Miles Edgeworth: Agreed. This way, we can honor the past while paving the way for the future.

Judge: Very well. The court concludes that both Metroidvania and Search Action shall be used interchangeably, and the communitys response will guide the final decision. Court is adjourned!

[Judge bangs gavel. Phoenix and Edgeworth shake hands, signaling a respectful truce. Spectators murmur in agreement.]

[End Scene]

(Hold that spectator in contempt of court)

Super Metroid
Symphony of the Night
Hollow Knight
Ori and the Blind Forest

kevwaffles posted...

A lot of stories feel amazing when you put them next to FFXIII.

I like FFXIII!

The Datalog is just a lazy storytelling mechanic though.

Thanks for running this

Characters will be fun!

Raine and Ellone aren't related either

I dunno, I guess I'm one of those people who enjoys deciphering stuff from the context clues instead of having the game outright tell me everything that's going on.

Like I vastly prefer this method of storytelling as opposed to FFXIII just putting all the extra info into a Datalog to read.

Technically Ellone is there to see Laguna, not the other way around. He's up there to do a routine inspection of Adel's Tomb. Ultimecia's plan in space is to get Adel, not Ellone. That was just a happy coincidence for her.

Laguna and Ellone aren't related

I also don't know if that's how you want to give away where Laguna is in the present day

BK_Sheikah00 posted...

I do wonder if FF7R Part 3 will have an affection system to pick who gets the scene under the airship.

I imagine they'll find uses for the affection system in part 3, even if they have to invent a new scenario for it. I don't see them just discarding it, especially since it seems to have been positively received.

Well, there was no threat of a Lunar Cry as far as they were concerned because Lunatic Pandora hadn't shown up yet. There was also no danger of Adel breaking free as far as they knew either. There was no real reason to warn the party about that (and I imagine the fact that she's up there isn't common knowledge).

kevwaffles posted...

The absurdity of space in FF8 in no way has to do with it being impractical technologically. But if someone rings my doorbell right now and tells me it's time to go to space, I'll be a bit taken aback to say the least.

They weren't even going to tell them they were going to space until the party was like "wait where are we going" and the Esthar dudes were like "space duh where else"

Meow1000 posted...

What have the Giants done to deserve any primetime games

Exist in the biggest market

Yeah, it would occasionally happen, but it was usually corrected within the first hour.

MacArrowny posted...

The gameplay of the sidequests is the weakest part. They all kind of feel the same. Rebirth was a major upgrade.

How'd you end up feeling about Rebirth vs. Remake vs. XVI, Leon?

Yeah, Rebirth is what XVI's quests should have been. Quality side content that's rarely super frustrating (not to say they don't exist, but they're not common) and good character interaction with each quest. I kinda wish Rebirth went full Mass Effect 2 and had Loyalty Missions, but maybe we can save it for part 3...!

As far as a ranking, Rebirth is definitely the best of the three. XVI and Remake are close. I might lean XVI because it doesn't have anything as stupid as the Whispers.

Underleveled posted...

It says the hardest course. Rainbow Road really isn't the hardest. It's got a barrier around the entire course and there are pretty minimal hazards. I'd venture to say we'd be driving on Yoshi Valley.

The hardest course is mirror Toad's Turnpike and nobody here is surviving that

Yeah, XVI has a lot of mundane quests, but at least they're over quickly and you do get some good moments out of many of them.

It's like Nier's sidequest system if the sidequests were much less frustrating to complete.

whoever voted F-Zero is a crazy person

I feel like having the worst record in the league is an instant "no prime time games the next year" unless you draft a star QB

This is what happens when you don't make Allen answer for his crimes

Iris turning out to be Klint's daughter was a nice twist, although if she had still turned out to be the daughter of John Wilson even after the reveal about Mikotoba, that would've been kinda hilarious

Going to the moon out of nowhere is weird but traveling to another dimension or another planet out of nowhere, no problem

Miracle worker

Shogun complete!

Really good show! It's crazy how much of this whole story was masterminded by Toranaga, and whenever it wasn't, how quickly he was able to turn it to his advantage.

Mewtwo59 posted...

Did they also bring Auron back to make it so that nothing actually happened in X?

No, but he (allegedly) has a daughter now, who is the narrator of the radio drama

I always expect the games I like to do poorly at game awards shows so it definitely won't be Rebirth

Shogun Episode 9 complete!

Heck yeah Mariko, what a boss she was this entire episode

But darn you Yabushige, you almost made it the rest of the way without doing something dumb

I could never forget

At the end of the radio drama Sin returns in a situation that rivals "somehow Palpatine returned"

That excerpt doesn't even mention that Tidus kicks the blitzbomb out of frustration because he and Yuna have an argument

And then Yuna breaks up with him because she can't tell him he's unsent and she can't bring herself to send him

I warned you

Nah there's plenty of people bad at using it

Oh hey the Titans actually got a primetime game! I thought we'd be one of the teams who got shut out this year.

Meanwhile the Cowboys have six lawl

8/10

The case entitled "The Resolve of Ryunosuke Naruhodo" is solved by Sholmes wiretapping Stronghart and letting the queen listen in, all right then. The ending is pretty dumb despite the Sholmes antics.

I really like the Professor stuff and the truth about Klint and Kazuma's father, but I'm with Para. There's just something about it that didn't have the emotional impact a good Ace Attorney finale usually evokes. I can't really explain it either. I need to replay these games and cement my feelings on them. So yeah, it's good, but I can't call it great.

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Write an episode of Family Guy where Phoenix Wright has to defend Peter Griffin in court against everything he's ever done on the show.

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Title: Family Guy Episode "The Wright Defense"

Act 1: The Arrest

Opening Scene: The Griffin Family Home

Peter Griffin is lounging on the couch, watching TV, when the doorbell rings. Lois answers it to find Joe Swanson, the local cop and their friend, standing there with a serious expression.

Joe: Peter Griffin, you're under arrest!

Peter: (confused) What? What did I do this time?

Joe: Everything, Peter. You're being charged with all the chaos you've caused in Quahog over the years.

Cut to Peter being handcuffed and led to the police car. The Griffin family looks on in shock.

Scene Change: Quahog Courthouse

Peter is sitting nervously at the defense table. The judge enters and calls the court to order.

Judge: Peter Griffin, you are charged with numerous crimes ranging from public indecency to destruction of property. How do you plead?

Peter: (nervously) Uh, not guilty?

Judge: Very well. Who is your defense attorney?

Suddenly, the courtroom doors burst open, and Phoenix Wright, famous attorney, strides in confidently.

Phoenix: Your Honor, I am Phoenix Wright, and I will be defending Mr. Griffin.

Cut to the prosecution table where the prosecutor, Miles Edgeworth, looks on with determination.

Edgeworth: Wright, I hope youre ready for this. The evidence against Mr. Griffin is overwhelming.

Phoenix: (smirking) Well see about that.

End of Act 1

Act 2: The Case Against Peter

Scene: Courtroom

The trial begins with Edgeworth presenting a montage of Peter's misdeeds, including various clips from past episodes showing Peter causing chaos.

Edgeworth: As you can see, Mr. Griffin has a long history of reckless behavior. I call my first witness, Brian Griffin.

Brian takes the stand, looking conflicted.

Edgeworth: Brian, can you recount some of Peter's more destructive antics?

Brian: (sighs) Well, there was the time he burned down a hospital, and another time he started a cult...

Cut to Phoenix, who quickly stands up.

Phoenix: Objection! Brian, isnt it true that despite Peters antics, he has always shown love and loyalty to his family and friends?

Brian: (nodding) Yes, that's true. Peters heart is usually in the right place, even if his actions are... questionable.

The judge ponders this as Phoenix cross-examines other witnesses, including Quagmire, Cleveland, and even Stewie.

Stewie: (testifying) Yes, Peter is a complete buffoon, but hes our buffoon.

Phoenix: (to the jury) Ladies and gentlemen, what we have here is not a criminal mastermind, but a man whose eccentricity sometimes gets the better of him. Hes not malicious; hes misguided.

Cut to Edgeworth, who looks frustrated as the jury begins to show signs of doubt.

End of Act 2

Act 3: The Turning Point

Scene: Courtroom

Edgeworth presents his final piece of evidence: a compilation of Peter's worst moments.

Edgeworth: This footage clearly shows Peters disregard for public safety and order. He must be held accountable.

The jury looks convinced until Phoenix stands up for his closing argument.

Phoenix: Your Honor, ladies and gentlemen of the jury, I ask you to consider the intention behind Peters actions. Yes, hes caused trouble, but he's also brought joy and laughter to those around him. Isnt it possible that Peter's eccentricity is a symptom of his unique charm?

Phoenix calls Lois to the stand.

Phoenix: Lois, can you tell the court about the Peter Griffin that you love?

Lois: (tearing up) Peter may be a handful, but hes a wonderful father and husband. Hes always there for us when it counts. He just... has a strange way of showing it.

The jury murmurs, clearly moved by Lois's testimony. Phoenix makes his final plea.

Phoenix: Let us not punish a man for being himself. Let us instead appreciate the laughter and love he brings to his community.

The jury deliberates and finally returns with a verdict.

Foreman: We find the defendant, Peter Griffin, not guilty.

The courtroom erupts in cheers. Peter hugs Phoenix.

Peter: Thanks, Phoenix. You saved my bacon!

Phoenix: Just doing my job, Peter.

Cut to the Griffin family celebrating outside the courthouse. Joe, Quagmire, Cleveland, and other friends join them.

Lois: (hugging Peter) Lets try to keep out of trouble from now on, okay?

Peter: (smiling) No promises!

The camera pans out as the friends and family laugh together.

End Credits Roll

Tag Scene:

Phoenix Wright is at The Drunken Clam with the guys.

Quagmire: So, Phoenix, ever thought about moving to Quahog?

Phoenix: (laughs) I think Ill stick to lawyering for now.

Peter: Hey, if you ever need a crazy case, you know where to find me!

Everyone laughs as the screen fades to black.

End of episode

(Oh no it wrote a clip show)

If you've survived this long without looking into the radio drama and the background material that accompanies it, keep it that way

kevwaffles posted...

But none of that is even what I meant. Saying "git gud" to the most busted system they ever made is the delusional part.

Most people say the Junction system is bad because they're bad at it. Sorry I didn't realize you're one of the people who doesn't enjoy being good at it!

redrocket posted...

The junction system is a hot mess.

But its a beautiful hot mess.

Correct.

Strife2 posted...

He's been like this for decades...so maybe? If anything is guaranteed in life, it's death, taxes, and Leonhart finding any way possible to find the good in FF8, regardless of situation.

Also Strife2 finding any way possible to find the bad in FFVIII, regardless of situation.

kevwaffles posted...

The Junction system was always terrible.

Git gud

kevwaffles posted...

FFVIII is a good game if you stop after Disc 4.

Fixed

Emeraldegg posted...

ff9 sidequests

More like the FFIX PlayOnline strategy guide

Also LOL never change FFVIII haters

NFUN posted...

source on 1?

It was said in an interview after FFX-2 came out. It was supposed to be the reason there was a character named Shinra in the game. I don't know that it's actually canon though.

Besides, Gilgamesh proves that several of the universes are connected to some degree.

Also XII is confirmed to take place in the same world as Tactics (and Vagrant Story, for some reason).

He meant FFX-2 Yuna clearly

Yeah, five cases, because you have two Japan cases, one case with no trial, and this last case has no jury.

Coffee with nothing in it

Heck yeah all aboard the Cid Telamon train

Also yeah, the Rebirth OST is fantastic. Perhaps one of the most impressive achievements of these two games is how good the music has been. I'm usually not a fan of remakes, remixes, or covers when it comes to music, but Remake and Rebirth nailed it.

Looks like it's a Vikings home game