Overview
The Japanese roleplaying game (JRPG) genre is one that is known for bold, unforgettable characters; rich stories, and some of the most iconic and beloved games in the industry. Inspired by early western RPGs and introducing technology and artistic styles that pushed the boundaries of what video games could be, this genre is responsible for creating some of the most complex, bold, and beloved games in historyāand it has the fanbase to prove it. InĀ Fight, Magic, Items, Aidan Moher guides readers through the fascinating history of JRPGs, exploring the technical challenges, distinct narrative and artistic visions, and creative rivalries that fueled the creation of countless iconic games and their quest to become the best, not only in Japan, but in North America, too.Ā
Moher starts with the origin stories of two classic Nintendo titles,Ā Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest, and immerses readers inĀ the world of JRPGs, followingĀ the interconnected history from through the lens of their creators and their stories full of hope, risk, and pixels, from the tiny teams and almost impossible schedules that built the foundations of theĀ Final FantasyĀ andĀ Dragon Quest franchises; Reiko Kodama pushing the narrative and genre boundaries with Phantasy Star; the unexpected team up between Horii and Sakaguchi to createĀ Chrono Trigger; or the unique mashup of classic Disney with Final Fantasy coolness inĀ Kingdom Hearts. FilledĀ with firsthand interviews and behind-the-scenes looks into the development, reception, and influence of JRPGs,Ā Fight, Magic, Items capturesĀ the evolution of the genre and whyĀ it continues to grab us, decades after those first iconic pixelated games released.
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This book title, Fight, Magic, Items (The History of Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, and the Rise of Japanese RPGs in the West), ISBN: 9780762479634, by Aidan Moher, published by Running Press (October 4, 2022) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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