10 More Nintendo Switch JRPGs I Havent Played Yet! Just the Gems 2026-09-21 | 10 More Nintendo Switch JRPGs I Havent Played Yet!
These 6 JRPGs Sounded GREAT! But Unfortunately... Just the Gems 2025-10-02 | Upgrade your workspace with FlexiSpot! Don’t miss out on FlexiSpot’s Fall Sale! Enter my exclusive code “C750” and save $50 on the C7 Max ergonomic chair!Shop through FlexiSpot’s website:bit.ly/4nwj3Qw - USbit.ly/46aExwG - CA****Ever played a game that you were so sure was going to be your thing, only to find out it sucks? Maybe it looks like it checks off every box on paper, but the actual experience with the game is nothing but lackluster? I'm breaking down six JRPGs today that got me hyped but left me wanting. Let me know some of your most disappointing games down in the comments!Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Armrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cXFlexiSpot, FlexiSpot C7 Max, FlexiSpot Ergonomic Chair C7 Max, ergonomicchair C7 Max, office chair C7 Max, commercial ergonomic office00:00 Intro00:33 Game 103:25 FlexiSpot C7 Max05:05 Game 207:31 Game 310:02 Game 412:36 Game 515:30 Game 618:00 Outro
Treat your tushy right with FlexiSpots C7 Max with Ergonomic Seat. Just do it. Just the Gems 2025-10-02 | Upgrade your workspace with FlexiSpot! Don’t miss out on FlexiSpot’s Fall Sale! Enter my exclusive code “C750” and save $50 on the C7 Max ergonomic chair!Shop through FlexiSpot’s website:bit.ly/4nwj3Qw - USbit.ly/46aExwG - CACheck out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cXFlexiSpot, FlexiSpot C7 Max, FlexiSpot Ergonomic Chair C7 Max, ergonomicchair C7 Max, office chair C7 Max, commercial ergonomic office
Why Voiceover MATTERS | Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles Just the Gems 2025-09-29 | I tried multiple times to get into Final Fantasy Tactics over the years, but now I've finally done it. And it's all thanks to the voicework from an extremely talented cast. These are my thoughts on Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, out this week on all major platforms. Thanks to @squareenixna for the code, and thanks to you all for watching! Let me know your thoughts down in the comments, too! Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.#finalfantasy #jrpg #finalfantasytactics #rpg Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro00:46 Why Voice Matters05:56 The Rest Matters, Too08:34 Outro
SO Close to Perfect... But... | Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter Review Just the Gems 2025-09-24 | Thanks to @GungHoAmerica for providing the review code.It's hard to believe the Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter remake is FINALLY here, but it is, and we need to talk about it. Does Falcom's latest effort live up to the original? Does it SURPASS it? Check out my review, and let me know what you think down in the comments.Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro00:40 Story & Characters06:26 The Kind of Story This Is08:06 Graphics & Presentation11:21 Gameplay & Combat17:56 Writing & Localization21:25 Conclusions & Outro
Why Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter MATTERS Just the Gems 2025-09-18 | We're finally there - Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter releases TOMORROW (if you're watching this the day it goes up, that is. If not, then it's ALREADY OUT!) And while my review is in the works, it's going to take me awhile longer. In the meantime, I wanted to make a case for why I think this game is extremely important for JRPG fans. Not just existing Trails fans, either. I mean all of us. These are my thoughts, be sure and let me know yours down in the comments.Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro01:37 Why Sky 1st Chapter Matters to You02:44 What Trails Is So Important05:54 The World of Trails07:54 The Trails World, Expanding11:54 Why Sky 1st Chapter Matters to Me16:01 Ree-View Pree-View19:29 Outro
The Top 10 Trails Characters (Youll Disagree!) Just the Gems 2025-09-16 | In celebration of this Friday's release of Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter remake, I'm breaking down my top 10 Trails characters of all time! Yeah, there are gonna be some controversial picks in here, but what fun is life without a little SPICE? Let's get Kiseki crazy and get hyped for the new game together, shall we? And be sure to let me know your top 10 characters in the comments so we can compare notes!Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro02:56 1005:15 908:30 811:30 715:04 618:46 522:43 426:55 329:21 232:03 135:37 Outro
These 10 JRPGs Were WAY Ahead of Their Time! Just the Gems 2025-09-11 | The classics are classics for a reason. They laid the groundwork for the great games that we're experiencing today. And some of them did SUCH a good job of foreseeing the future that it took quite a long time before other games caught on to their brilliance and started emulating them. These are 10 JRPGs that I think were drastically ahead of their time, setting up new storytelling techniques and gameplay systems that future games would one day turn to for inspiration. Did I pick the ones you would have? If not, let me know your choices down in the comments! Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro00:39 Persona 303:06 Xenogears05:44 Phantasy Star IV08:07 Chrono Trigger10:10 Final Fantasy Tactics11:55 Grandia13:58 The World Ends With You15:56 Nier17:53 Earthbound19:32 Dragon Quest V20:56 Wrap-up
The Curse (and Blessing) of Playing Trails Out of Order Just the Gems 2025-09-09 | There has been a lot of Discourse (capital D) around how to optimally play the Trails series. There are hardcore purists who say you MUST start with the first game and play sequentially. There are others who say hey, you can start elsewhere, but you MUST start with the beginning of an arc. And there are still others who say just play whatever game you want, have fun, enjoy yourself. In my opinion, NONE of those ways is truly going to serve every single potential fan out there.My experience playing Trails is pretty out there, in terms of the order I played, and I wanted to share my story, along with the reasons why playing out of order can ACTUALLY be good! AND bad! It's complicated!Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro00:58 Out of order... Out of my hands02:56 Cold Steel... Without Crossbell05:17 Backtracking to Move Forward09:32 Bottom Line 1: Benefits to Playing Out of Order13:31 Bottom Line 2: Problems with Playing Out of Order15:17 Conclusion and Outro
NOT a Kids Series! Digimon Story: Time Stranger Is Cooking This Fall Just the Gems 2025-09-08 | Thanks to @BandaiNamcoAmerica I had a chance to sit down with Digimon Story: Time Stranger this year at PAX West, and I came away SO hyped for this game to come out! This isn't the Digimon you might remember from childhood (if you're as old as me). Unlike certain other monster-collecting series, this one has sort of "grown up" along with its fans, bringing us a dark and deeply cool story and complex, fast-paced command battles. This should definitely be on your radar. These are my thoughts, let me know yours down in the comments!Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro
Dragon Quest I & II Impressions | Rebirth of Giants Just the Gems 2025-09-04 | Thanks again to @squareenixna for the invite! I got to play a bit of Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake, and I have thoughts. Let's talk about it! Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX
Does the New (Old) Octopath Move the Series Forward? Octopath Traveler 0 PAX West Impressions Just the Gems 2025-09-03 | Thanks to @squareenixna for having me over to check out Octopath Traveler 0! This does the most to shake up the formula of the series, and if the final product plays like this, I think fans will be in for a treat. Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX
Final Fantasy Tactics Remaster Hands-on Impressions from PAX West 2025 Just the Gems 2025-09-02 | Thanks to Square Enix for inviting me to check out Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles. How is this remaster shaping up? Will it bring new fans to the game? Will it help old, wannabe fans like me finally get into it?? Let's talk about it.Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX
Were Classic JRPGs Even... Fun? Why Quality of Life Improvements Remove Gameplay Just the Gems 2025-09-01 | I've been playing JRPGs since the very, very beginning, and I have a lot of thoughts on them. As a lover of the classics, I'm so glad so many of them are being remastered for a modern audience. But the quality of life features have always been a little curious to me, and it got me thinking about why and how we play those old classics. Let me know your thoughts down in the comments! Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro02:25 What JRPGs Were Doing Back Then05:30 Were Those Elements Ever... Fun?09:43 Gatekeeping
Trails has the BEST mechanics in JRPGs. Heres proof. Just the Gems 2025-08-28 | If you are a big fan of solid gameplay in your JRPGs, then you absolutely need to play Trails, because Trails has the best, most refined gameplay mechanics of any JRPG series out there! I'll break it down for you here, but let me know your thoughts in the comments, or heck, hit me up on Twitter: x.com/_justthegemsCheck out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro00:33 Turn-Based Combat06:05 Action Combat09:36 Character Progression10:58 Resource Management13:17 Exploration15:51 Quality of Life17:30 Wrap up and Outro
This Indie JRPG Does Almost EVERYTHING Right | Quartet Review Just the Gems 2025-08-25 | Thanks to the publisher for providing the review code. Quartet is the Final Fantasy VI-inspired indie JRPG from developer/publisher Something Classic, and it's been a long time coming. That lengthy development cycle brought us one of the most compelling classic experiences in a long, long time, and I can't wait to share my thoughts with you here!Link to the soundtrack on Bandcamp:tylermire.bandcamp.com/album/quartet-official-soundtrackCheck out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro00:39 Overview02:57 Story05:33 Combat07:46 Character Progression10:14 World Design and Aesthetics11:32 Quibbles13:00 Outro
Ranking Upcoming 2025 JRPGs in Order of HYPE Just the Gems 2025-08-21 | The final few months of 2025 are overloaded with cool-looking JRPGs, so I think we should talk about them, and then I should maybe rank them in order of least-hyped to most-hyped. Whaddaya say? You in? Awesome.Check out these games and my rankings, and let me know which game(s) you're most hyped for!JRPG Pursuit interview with Quartet devs: youtube.com/watch?v=Td6Wx9WWjsgAtelier Yumia review(mia):youtube.com/watch?v=CEqLpiboFIwCheck out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro
Demo Impressions! Trails in the Sky Remake Is 🔥 Just the Gems 2025-08-21 | The time has finally come -- we get our hands on the Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter Remake for the first time! How does it compare to the original, and to the rest of the series? Is it full of nostalgia for fans of the original? And maybe most importantly of all... How is the localization???Check it out, and let me know your thoughts on the demo too!Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro
Ranking All of Trails from WORST to BEST Just the Gems 2025-08-18 | I'm finally going to make a definitive statement about all the Trails games. Even though this might spell the end of me, it has to be said! What is contained in this video is my ranking of every Trails games that's been released in North America. Prepare to be enraged...!And prepare to share your rankings in the comments so we can compare! Thanks for watching!Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro
Was Turn-Based Ever Really GONE? Just the Gems 2025-08-14 | There's been a lot of discussion around the resurgence of turn-based combat in JRPGs, and while it's great that we're seeing more games with that combat, I feel like a lot of the discourse is mixing up the cause and the effect of the whole situation. Let's chat about what happened to turn-based games during the PS3/Xbox 360 era of gaming!Some articles I read in preparation for this video:bit.ly/3Jf0gurbit.ly/416PE6Wbit.ly/3JkzMYlbit.ly/45vZCA3Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX
Which Trails Protagonist is STRONGEST? All Trails MCs Ranked Just the Gems 2025-08-11 | It's a fight to the finish to find out which Trails main character is the strongest of them all! Actually, it's several fights to the finish, because we're not just looking at muscle power, we're looking at ALL the ways strength manifests. Whether it's brainpower, willpower, of the power of a well-time joke, these characters all have a lot to offer. So let's dig into it, shall we? Be sure to let me know how wrong I got this down in the comments, too! Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro02:19 Estelle03:28 Kevin05:21 Lloyd07:30 Rean09:33 Van11:59 First Contest: Personality!13:36 Second Contest: Will!15:20 Third Contest: Mind!17:01 Fourth Contest: Strength!18:37 Summary and Outro
The Critics Are WRONG! 10 MUST PLAY Underrated JRPGs! Just the Gems 2025-08-07 | It's easy to recommend the games that everyone's constantly raving about. But there are SO MANY games that slip under the radar. Either they're not as flashy as the other games coming out around the same time, or they get unfairly reviewed by the wrong players, or they just slip through the cracks. But don't worry, I got your back. These are ten of the very best JRPGs out there, and they are GROSSLY underrated! Take a look and tell me what you think - and also, let me know of any JRPGs you think are underrated so I can consider them for a future video!Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX#jrpg #underrated #eternights #maryskelter #bluereflection #finalfantasyxv #nayuta #visionsofmana #thelongestfiveminutes #omori #harvestella #crystar 00:00 Intro00:33 Game 103:18 Game 206:36 Game 309:34 Game 412:38 Game 515:25 Game 618:36 Game 721:56 Game 824:21 Game 927:28 Game 1030:36 Outro
Its Time for a (Good) Trails Anime Just the Gems 2025-08-04 | Anime is hugely influential on video games, and on JRPGs in particular. And no game is more anime-inspired than the Trails series. That's why I think we need a new anime adaptation of the Trails story. But to make sure we avoid the mistakes of the past, we need to look at where the two previous Trails anime went wrong. Let's talk about it.Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me with a membership on YouTube! Members get access to an exclusive Discord group, so come hang out with us!Or buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro
New Trailer Revealed! Dragon Quest I & II HD 2D Remake Just the Gems 2025-07-31 | The Japanese Nintendo Direct was blessed with this incredible new trailer for Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake -- but don't worry, I gotchu boo. Check it out, along with my thoughts on some of the cool new updates they're making to these classics! New quests? A new PARTY MEMBER? It's getting real, folks. And we only have to wait until October 30th for this to hit every major platform!Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me on Patreon! Get access to a members-only Discord: patreon.com/justthegemsOr buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro
Giveaway! Lacrimosa of Dana Novel Collectors Edition Unboxing! #ys #lacrimosaofdana Just the Gems 2025-07-30 | If you love Ys, you absolutely should read Lacrimosa of Dana by Anna Kashina. And while you're at it, why not grab the collector's edition of the novel? It's a treasure box full of awesome stuff! The publisher sent one along to me to share with you here, but I also bought ANOTHER one on my own so I could give it away to you! Follow the instructions near the end of the vid for a chance to win!
No Sleep for Kaname Date - Spoiler-Free Impressions of the new AI The Somnium Files! Just the Gems 2025-07-25 | The newest entry in the AI The Somnium Files is here, and I am so excited to give you my thoughts! I'd already have this beaten if I hadn't been traveling so much the past week or so, but I needed to at least give you my first impressions, both as a fan of the series and as a massive fan of the Escape Room genre in general. Does this live up to the series's reputation? Check it out.Game played was the original Nintendo Switch version.Thanks to @SpikeChunsoft_eng for the code!Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me on Patreon! Get access to a members-only Discord: patreon.com/justthegemsOr buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro
Rebirths Ultimate Question ANSWERED by Quantum Mechanics Just the Gems 2025-07-23 | Final Fantasy VII Rebirth left us with a LOT of questions, but I believe that at least one of them, the most IMPORTANT one, actually has an answer that's been staring us in the face all along. Come along with me as I abuse my relatively thin knowledge of quantum mechanics to give you a SPOILER-HEAVY theory about what ACTUALLY happens to Aerith at the end of Rebirth, and what it could mean for the final game in the trilogy.One useful resource (that is still admittedly almost entirely over my head) is Physics Forums. Link here: physicsforums.com/insights/the-7-basic-rules-of-quantum-mechanics Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me on Patreon! Get access to a members-only Discord: patreon.com/justthegemsOr buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro
This Indie RPG Could Be the New Shining Force Just the Gems 2025-07-14 | I'm slowly getting acquainted with the modern indie RPG scene, and the more I find, the more optimistic I am about the future of the genre. Case in point, Aegis Force: The Scorian War from Deseret Games. Mixing gameplay reminiscent of classics like Shining Force with what appears to be a story willing to tackle heavy subjects and give us nuanced characters, I have high hopes for this one. The demo is available now, here:store.steampowered.com/app/3154550/Aegis_Force_The_Scorian_WarThis video is NOT sponsored content. See the outro for more information.Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me on Patreon! Get access to a members-only Discord: patreon.com/justthegemsOr buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro
Trails in the Sky - Start With the Remake? Or the OG?? Just the Gems 2025-07-07 | With the Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter Remake coming in just a couple of months, anticipation is high. But if you're new to the Trails series, is it ACTUALLY the best place for you to start? I've been thinking about this a lot lately, and I've come up with some pros and cons of beginning here, instead of with the OG Trails in the Sky. Let me know what you think about all this down in the comments!Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me on Patreon! Get access to a members-only Discord: patreon.com/justthegemsOr buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro
Trails Isnt Perfect Just the Gems 2025-06-27 | Trails is my favorite JRPG series of all time. But even I know it's not PERFECT. There are some long-standing issues that keep the series from being as good as it could possibly be, and now that the early games are being remade, now's the time for Falcom to make some changes! I break down the major problems I have with the Trails series, and I only pick on Cold Steel a little bit! (Okay, more than a little.) Let me know your thoughts on this down in the comments!Oh, and special thanks to the Discord community of The JRPG Pursuit podcast -- your thoughts on this topic really helped inform this video. You guys are all awesome! 💖Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me on Patreon! Get access to a members-only Discord: patreon.com/justthegemsOr buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX
I Was Wrong! (About Trails in the Sky 1st Chapters Localization...) Just the Gems 2025-06-16 | I jumped the gun! If the gun was there, I jumped over it. Don't jump over guns, honestly it's just very dangerous.With a recent website update, GungHo has done a lot to assuage my concerns about the Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter localization they're putting together. But... I still have SOME concerns.Let me know how you're feeling about things in the comments!Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me on Patreon! Get access to a members-only Discord: patreon.com/justthegemsOr buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro
10 JRPGs That NEED a Remake - ASAP! Just the Gems 2025-06-11 | There are a plethora of JRPG remasters out there. We're practically drowning in them! But a remaster is just that -- it's remastering the existing content to play nicer with modern hardware. What I want to see is full-on REMAKES for these 10+ JRPGs that are deserving of way more attention than a half-hearted remaster can offer. Any games you want to see fully remade? Let me know down in the comments, maybe they'll end up in a future video!Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me on Patreon! Get access to a members-only Discord: patreon.com/justthegemsOr buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro00:55 Xenogears 03:47 Breath of Fire Dragon Quarter 06:23 Lost Odyssey 08:41 Chrono Cross 11:51 Zenithia 13:58 Radiant Historia 16:22 Soul Blazer/Illusion of Gaia/Terranigma 19:18 Persona 1 & 2 21:41 Final Fantasy XIII 24:22 Ys V 26:48 Outro
Why Trails Fans Are So Obsessed Just the Gems 2025-06-02 | Maybe you've heard of the Trails series. Maybe you have a friend who won't shut up about it, begging you non-stop to finally give these games a chance. Maybe you ARE that friend and really want a resource to help you convince the naysayers to stop saying nay. Hopefully, this video helps you all. I've been obsessed with Trails for years now, and it's honestly never been a better time to be a Trails fan. So I wanted to lay it all out for everyone -- these are the reasons Trails people are so into this series, and they're also the reasons I think, if you give it a chance, YOU'LL be into it, too.(The Where-to-Start-Trails video I mentioned: youtu.be/urR5ev_VZ7Y)#trails #kiseki #trailsinthesky #trailsofcoldsteel #trailsfromzero #trailstoazure #trailsthroughdaybreak #trailsbeyondthehorizon #trailsintheskyfc Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me on Patreon! Get access to a members-only Discord: patreon.com/justthegemsOr buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro00:54 History 03:50 Characters 09:51 Combat 13:40 Aesthetics 16:41 Interconnected Stories 21:23 Outro
Best Video Game Stories (non-JRPG Edition) Just the Gems 2025-05-27 | Video games have been one of the greatest storytelling mediums for a long time now, and story has always been the primary aspect that drives me to play. I wanted to take some time and talk about seven of what I consider to be the greatest video game stories out there -- and honestly, these stories are so great that they give any stories in any medium a run for their money. (And I'm excluding JRPGs from this list -- JRPGs have an advantage in storytelling in my opinion, so I want to give other types of games a chance to shine.) Let me know down in the comments what games you think have the best stories, so I can start compiling a list of the games I need to get into!Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me on Patreon! Get access to a members-only Discord: patreon.com/justthegemsOr buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro00:34 Control 02:12 AI The Somnium Files 03:55 The Last of Us 05:36 Silent Hill 2 07:44 Interlude 08:01 Heavy Rain 09:44 Enslaved: Odyssey to the West 11:13 Ghost Trick Phantom Detective 12:48 Outro
Im worried about the new Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter Localization Just the Gems 2025-05-19 | Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me on Patreon! Get access to a members-only Discord: patreon.com/justthegemsOr buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2c
Is Switch 2 WORTH IT for JRPG Collectors? Just the Gems 2025-05-14 | Game-key cards. The term alone sends shivers down the spines of physical game collectors. It's Nintendo saying, loud and clear, that the age of ownership is coming to an end. And they plan to rule the new world with an iron fist.Okay, maybe that's a bit dramatic, but it's how it feels. I was SO looking forward to the Nintendo Switch 2 because of how amazing the Switch has been for collectors of JRPGs. But the reality seems to be that maybe it won't be a system worth collecting for. These are my thoughts, I hope you'll tell me yours down in the comments!Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me on Patreon! Get access to a members-only Discord: patreon.com/justthegemsOr buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro
Dragon Quest VS. Final Fantasy! Which Series Is the BEST? Just the Gems 2025-05-12 | It's a fight almost as old as the console wars, and no less bloody. Are you a Dragon Quest kid? Or a Final Fantasy fan? Join me as I break down the differences between these two seminal JRPG series and hand down a verdict on which juggernaut triumphs!#finalfantasy #dragonquest #jrpg Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me on Patreon! Get access to a members-only Discord: patreon.com/justthegemsOr buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro01:04 A Brief History 02:26 Art & Design 05:32 Gameplay 07:36 Music 08:46 Protagonists 11:33 Stories 14:02 In Summary
10 PS2 JRPG Hidden Gems You Can Still Afford! Just the Gems 2025-05-07 | Check out Abdallah at @DallahGames !Gameplay for Tsugunai: Atonement from 10min Gameplay (coming in clutch, I completely forgot I don't have that game anymore... I need to take my own advice asap). Full video here: youtube.com/watch?v=nlEpcC905SYAlso, subscribe to our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me on Patreon! Get access to a members-only Discord: patreon.com/justthegemsOr buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro01:18 Tales of the Abyss 03:14 Final Fantasy X-2 05:58 Digital Devil Saga 08:18 Atelier Iris 10:27 Breath of Fire Dragon Quarter 12:32 Radiata Stories 15:28 Suikoden 3 17:20 Tsugunai Atonement 18:53 Ys: The Ark of Napishtim 19:54 Shadow Hearts Covenant 21:58 Outro
Best JRPG Deals for Golden Week | 20 Gems Under $20 (2025) Just the Gems 2025-05-01 | It's Golden Week 2025, and like every year, Golden Week means a ton of insanely good prices on legitimately great JRPGs! I found the 20 that I think are the best that ALSO happen to be under $20, so check it out, and let me know if there are any other cheap ones I missed!Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me on Patreon! Get access to a members-only Discord: patreon.com/justthegemsOr buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro00:27 Nier Automata 00:59 Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster 01:33 Final Fantasy XV Windows/Royal Edition 02:44 Persona 4 Golden 03:25 Final Fantasy IX 04:03 Chrono Trigger 04:39 Live a Live 05:16 Yakuza: Like a Dragon 05:56 Tales of Arise 06:27 Persona 5 Strikers 07:08 Haven 07:38 Monster Hunter Stories 08:22 Trials of Mana 08:51 Ni no Kuni 09:27 Chrono Cross Radical Dreamers Edition 10:01 Valkyria Chronicles 4 10:32 Persona 3 Portable 11:03 Tales of Vesperia 11:33 Ys VIII 12:00 I Am Setsuna 12:40 (Bonus) Harvestella13:43 Outro
Does Final Fantasy IX ACTUALLY Need a Remake? | 2025 Rumor Reality Check Just the Gems 2025-04-30 | It's the 25th anniversary of Final Fantasy IX, and the rumored remake is more in demand than ever! But... does it even NEED one? I sit down with the facts, and a healthy dose of YOUR opinions (and my own, who am I kidding?) to give you a definitive answer... at least as far as I'm concerned! 😅Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me on Patreon! Get access to a members-only Discord: patreon.com/justthegemsOr buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro
The Rare Way Clair Obscur Tells Its Story Just the Gems 2025-04-23 | We've been waiting for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and it's finally here! I've been enjoying my time with the game so far, but I've only put a few hours in -- still, I wanted to give you my impressions of the way this game introduces its story, because I honestly believe most developers could learn some very important lessons from the way Clair Obscur handles it. It's storytelling genius.Check out our JRPG Podcast, The JRPG Pursuit! New episodes every Wednesday, where we cover a multitude of topics related to our favorite hobby. @JRPG_PursuitPlease consider supporting me on Patreon! Get access to a members-only Discord: patreon.com/justthegemsOr buy me a coffee on Ko-fi! - ko-fi.com/justthegemsTwitter: www.x.com/_justthegemsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/justthegems.netThreads/Instagram: _justthegemsOriginal music ©2023-2025 by me, all rights reserved.Affiliate links for my desk and recording setup:Chair:Herman Miller Aeronamzn.to/41FxDgRHeadrest:Ergokingamzn.to/3QTbEgdArmrests:Aloudyamzn.to/4gV8ZNtDesk Ottoman w/ StorageLinmagcoamzn.to/4bfwkbkMouse:Logitech M720 Triathlonamzn.to/437V8jtKeyboard:Cherry Stream Wirelessamzn.to/4kgrcYAAudio Interface:Vocaster Oneamzn.to/41vHJAEHeadset:Gtheos 2.4GHz Wirelessamzn.to/3D9GpKnElgato Stream Deck NeoElgatoamzn.to/43aVEgFDesk cable management:Delamuamzn.to/3CUiXAVLighting Kit:Neeweramzn.to/3DhYIwVPodcasting/Vlogging Cam:Osmo Pocket 3amzn.to/3XfwhGIWireless Microphone:RODE Wireless MEamzn.to/4hRiQoSDesktop USB Hub:WENTERamzn.to/4icobXETeleprompter:Desviewamzn.to/4hWX2s4Teleprompter Page Turner:Starfavoramzn.to/4gVh2cX00:00 Intro00:40 in media res04:07 Gameplay06:57 Wrap up
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The classic showdown... Final Fantasy, or Dragon Quest? #jrpg #jrpgaming #finalfantasy #dragonquest Just the Gems 2025-04-17 | ...
Do you prefer pixels, or photorealism? #jrpg #jrpgaming #rpg #rpggames #pixelart Just the Gems 2025-04-16 | ...
The secret story BEHIND the story of Final Fantasy XVI #squareenix #finalfantasy #finalfantasy16 Just the Gems 2025-04-15 | ...
Chocobos...or Slimes? #jrpg #jrpgaming #rpg #rpggames #finalfantasy #dragonquest Just the Gems 2025-04-14 | ...
Are you a story-hound, or a combat fiend?#jrpg #jrpgaming #rpg #rpggames Just the Gems 2025-04-13 | ...
Which would you keep? The Mana series? Or Kingdom Hearts? #mana #kingdomhearts #jrpg #jrpggames Just the Gems 2025-04-13 | ...
