Video Game Terms Explained: JRPG

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Published on February 5, 2024 12:23:26 AM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-qA_ikC8SE

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The term #JRPG gets bandied about frequently - but what does it mean?

Put simply, a Japanese-styled Role Playing Game trends towards a game that focuses on storytelling rather than the illusion of choice. An epic adventure is laid out before our protagonist and his or her party, and they must overcome the obstacles put in their way in order to succeed.

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