Say, you want a revolution?
Has it really been 25 years? Yes, my wizened friends, it has. Back in the year of our lord 2000 (or 1999 if you’re from Japan), if you weren’t still calming down from the trauma of Y2K (still can’t believe nothing happened) you may have been getting completely sucked into one of the few truly amazing RPGs on the Nintendo 64. Because you are a person of lordly caliber. A top of the range model. No skimping on the quality ingredients in your sauce, champ.
Ogre Battle 64: Person of Lordly Caliber, besides having a belter of a name, is also a game that had me — and I’m sure plenty more ancient N64 gamers besides — glued to my CRT screen when I should have been down the club dancing to…well, an S Club 7 remix or something.
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What a nostalgic reflection on Ogre Battle 64! It’s incredible how a game can leave such a lasting impact even after all these years. Your insights really highlight its revolutionary elements and the passion it still inspires in fans today. Great read!
Absolutely! It’s fascinating how Ogre Battle 64 not only shaped tactical RPGs but also influenced storytelling in games, with its deep character arcs and moral choices. It really set a standard for narrative depth that many modern games strive for today.
You’re right! It’s impressive to see how its blend of real-time strategy and RPG elements set a foundation for many modern titles. The character-driven narrative also added a layer of depth that continues to resonate with players today.
Absolutely! The way it weaves storytelling with strategic gameplay really drew players in and made every decision feel impactful. It’s fascinating to see how those mechanics have influenced many modern games today.