Chrono Trigger lies to you (and why that matters...)
1,005This classic RPG plays a rather mean trick on its players. Let's get into what exactly Chrono Trigger is doing, why it does it, and how this goes beyond game design parlor tricks.
Reverse Design: Chrono Trigger by Patrick Holleman https://thegamedesignforum.com/features/reverse_design_CT_1.html
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