If everything is an RPG then nothing is an RPG.

Nadia, Eric, and special guest Reb Valentine are here to discuss the RPG-ification of games over the past decade and change; what does it mean to adopt RPG-like mechanics? When are systems metaphor for player action and when are they a means to pad out a progression loop for commercial value? Are either of those things better than the other? All this philosophy and more, Horatio, on this episode of Axe of the Blood God!

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Also in this episode:

• Harvest Moon Memories
• Our holiday gaming sessions
• BIG GAMES COMING TO SWITCH 2
• Nine Sols
• What's wrong with game awards categories
• Final Fantasy XII is a really good video game
• Snakes & Ladders

Timestamps:

• 05:50 - Main Topic - Why Is Every Game An RPG Now?
• 1:03:32 - Random Encounters
• 1:08:04 - The Tavern
• 1:45:20 - Nadia's Nostalgia Nook

Music Used in this Episode:

• Do Your Best - [Breath of Fire III]
• Pub - [Boktai DS]
• A Curious Tale - [Secret of Mana]
• Lilycove City - [Pokemon Ruby and Sapphire]

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