I’m always up for trying out a new JRPG franchise. While I have technically played a Star Ocean game, it was only a few hours of The Last Hope when I was a kid. I got hopelessly lost and quit…
Jun 24, 2023 • Subscribe
More like this
RPG Review: Star Ocean -The Divine Force-
And so we finished the last Star Ocean game we will ever play (and probably the last Star Ocean game ever because TriAce is bankrupt again.) Warning: I…
How to fix Star Ocean: The Divine Force
Are you one of those unlucky PC players like me suffering from horrible lag and stuttering? Suffer no more with this quick tutorial! Honestly, Star Ocean has…
Interview: Star Ocean 6: The Divine Force's Character Designer Akiman
Akiman is a renowned character designer who was called upon to help create the world and cast of Star Ocean 6: The Divine Force. We were lucky enough…
RPG Review: Star Ocean 4: The Last Hope
In the not-too-distant future, the earth has gotten into World War 3 and has become so corrupt it’s basically no longer inhabitable by humans. Because of this everyone…
Star Ocean: First Departure R
Star Ocean: First Departure R is a remastered version of the PSP remake of the original Star Ocean on SNES. From what I understand, though there were significant…
Star Ocean: Integrity and Faithlessness
Star Ocean: Integrity and Faithlessness is the fifth entry in the Star Ocean series, a series of JRPGs that combine sci-fi and medieval fantasy elements. This one is…
Fire Force (Episode 36) – Shadows Cast by Divine Light
Joker and Benimaru continue their assault on the Holy Sol church in search of some damning scriptures. To do that, they’ll need to enter the Nether and face…
Anime Brain Fart!
I usually try my best to write posts that are interesting, funny, or at least quirky enough that it might give a moment of enjoyment to a reader’s…
Even the Ocean Review
Note: PS4 Review Code provided by Ratalaika Games Released in 2016 this game was the second project from a duo whose first led project was Anodyne. 4 years…
The Divine Speaker – First Impressions
After much anticipation, indie studio Two and a Half just dropped their 18+ fantasy boys love visual novel, The Divine Speaker!
Star Ocean 2 Second Story R Review: An Incredible Story, Bit Challenging at the End
Star Ocean 2 Second Story R is a Nintendo Switch remaster of a game that came out awhile back that I never got to play. After really enjoying…
Review: VOICES OF A DISTANT STAR
A romance set against the backdrop of space sounds epic, but stories like this prove that it can be intimate and longing as well. VOICES OF ...
Review: Ocean Rescue (2023)
Ocean Rescue 深海危机 China, 2023, colour, 2.35:1, 92 mins. Director: Shen Dong 沈东. Rating: 4/10. Routine, poorly plotted action movie, with Mainland operatives taking on terrorists with a…
The Faraway Paladin – 04 – Divine Protection
Gus manages to fight off Stagnate, but it turns out Stagnate split himself in two. Stagnate’s second half arrives and puts Blood, Mary, and Gus out of commission,…
Rail of the Star Review
Rating: 7/10 Plot: Chitose Kobayashi reflects back on her life as a child in Japanese-occupied Korea as the Pacific War and World War II begin. Breakdown: The response…
The Etymology of the Japanese Word for FART | Japan Station 125
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTz_kge7Puk On this episode of Japan Station, I talk about the origin of the Japanese word for "fart" (onara, おなら).
JapanKyo – Exploring Japan today via news, videos and podcasts
JoJo Stone Ocean – Anime Review
We review the newest instalment in this cult classic anime series – and a great place to start for new fans!
Unexpected Japanese Word Origins: FART | Japan Station 125
This time we're taking a deep dive into the history of the Japanese word for fart: onara. Where did it come from? What is its true meaning? What…
Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure–Stone Ocean: A Long Awaited Re-Review
Greetings, fabulous people of the Internet! Hanime on Anime here, and I’m so glad I’m finally 「Stone Free」 to tell all about today’s review! Last year, I reviewed…
Oshi no Ko Review: A Star is Born
Produced by Doga Kobo Directed by Daisuke Hiramaki Streaming on Hidive As a reviewer, I believe I have some small obligation to be impartial. It’s not possible to…
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure - Stone Ocean - Episode 5 - Star Platinum Punches Stone Free
Joutarou and Jolyne couldn't move, but their Stands could. So, Star Platinum "moved" Stone Free! JoJo's Bizarre Adventure - Stone Ocean - Episode 5.
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Free! – Iwatobi Swim Club
KonoSuba 3 – 05 – Divine Treasures
Kazuma was soaking up the renown from everyone recognizing his name, deeds, and general awesomeness. But once the battle begins, all it takes is for one scared little…
Divine Mercy Chaplet in Japanese
The idea for this post comes from looking for a Japanese translation of the Divine Mercy Chaplet, which our Lord revealed to St. Faustina Kowalska for the conversion…
The Frieza Force Is A Great Workplace, Actually...
Thank you to Lord Freeza for sponsoring this video Edited/Written by @TeeHallumsYT SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/totallynotmark FOLLOW ME ON TWITTER: https://www.twitter.com/totallynotmark FOLLOW ME ON TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@totallynotmark
Anime Corner: Fire Force Review
Playing with fire. What’s the Story? The flames took everything from Shinra, both his mother and brother perished in a house fire that most people think he started, but…
Star Wars: Visions (Review)
Though Star Wars: Visions—a series of animated shorts from about the franchise’s universe created by anime studios (including some of Japan’s most high profiles ones) and now available…
![Featured image for Star Driver [Series Review]](https://cdn.aniblogtracker.com/live/20241110/1731217424.93065.134432.jpg)
Star Driver [Series Review]
DAZZLING THE STAGE! So, this week, after facing burnout from I don’t know what but it left me wanting to lay in bed all day, I was feeling…
Review: Destiny Star Girlfriend
Destiny Star Girlfriend is a fantasy romcom about being bound to the school's cutest girl after a twist of fate makes you inseparable!
The Deep Blue Ocean – Blue Period Ep 10 Review
Yatora and Ryuji bare it all at the ocean. Did they make it back to the surface unscathed? This is a review and discussion for Blue Period Episode…
Review of Fire Force Episode 21: The Hidden Vest and a Personal Universe
Quick Summary In Fire Force episode 21, “Those Connected,” Vulcan and Akitaru Oubi faced off against Giovanni and Lisa. With her magnetic-seeking tentacles of flame, she threatened to incinerate…
The Anti-Social Geniuses Review: Divine Raiment Magical Girl Howling Moon Volume 1
Two Anti-Social Geniuses check out Divine Raiment Magical Girl Howling Moon, and find the name of it is probably the best part of this manga.
Review: Star Wars: Visions: The Manga Anthology
For all the missteps in Disney’s approach to Star Wars since purchasing the IP from George Lucas, there’s one aspect to the business they’ve gotten right: the manga…
St. Pius V Corner: An Unbloody Sacrifice Without A Divine Redeemer
Hence it is that Christ is not only God, but very God indeed – very God of very God, insomuch that He Himself is the Truth, If, then,…
Fire Force, a Frankenstein’s Monster of a Series
One of the anime that I’m enjoying the most right now is last season’s Fire Force. Fire Force is set in an alternate Japan where the phenomenon of…
May the Force Be With You (May 4th) Zen Wisdom From Star Wars! The Dao of Jedi
May 4th has become an iconic day for Star Wars fans across the universe. "May The 4th Be With You" becomes "May The Force Be With You" quite…
Review: Fire Force Episode 15: Hibana Smells a Rat and A Dream Denied
Quick Summary In Fire Force episode 15, “The Blacksmith’s Dream,” Akitaru Oubi and Hibana are both suspicious and annoyed that the imperium sent Viktor Licht to head up the…
A Star Fruit is Born
In what has become a recurring topic in this column, it’s time to introduce a new small publisher to the market! On June 11th, a Twitter account by…
Sakura Wars (2019): The Rebirth of A Star
We celebrate the global launch of Sakura Wars (2019) with a retrospective on where the series has come from, and where Sega's headed with their grand vision
Japanese Music: King Giddra – Star Tanjou (A Star Is Born)
The post discusses the idea of expanding the site’s content to include music, particularly the more obscure and underrated genres. It delves into the story of King Giddra,…
![Featured image for Short movie Time: The Stolen Ocean (2022) review [JFFH 2022]](https://cdn.aniblogtracker.com/live/20220707/1657166551.39064.68529.png)
Short movie Time: The Stolen Ocean (2022) review [JFFH 2022]
Noaya Asanuma proves that he has a creative voice worth listening too.
FUNE WO AMU REVIEW — SAILING ACROSS THE OCEAN OF WORDS
“Since the only test of truth is length of life, and since words survive the chops and changes of time longer than any other substance, therefore they are…
Review: Star Wars: The Mandalorian: The Manga, Vol. 1
When Disney released the first episode of The Mandalorian in 2019, it was almost universally well-received. Featuring brand new characters, a spaghetti western feel (from both the story…
Star⇄Crossed Volume 1 Review
Star⇄Crossed is a fun, body-swap manga with a fun sense of humor that's certainly worth a read based on its first volume.
Honkai: Star Rail (PC) – Review
A different game from HoYoverse that delivers more of the same.
Anime Review 197 Lucky Star
This review contains some spoilers. One of the most drastic medium changes that I witnessed as an anime fan in the west was the reputational shift of older…
All-Star Fruit Racing Review
Note: Review is of the Nintendo Switch version I am not a go kart racer/mascot racing game expert but I have played a fair share of them from…
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker – Film Review
The grand conclusion of a great franchise produced by the gargantuan Disney movie machine hit all of the right points but did little more.
September Bonus Review: Star Trek The Animated Series
It’s no secret that I’m a fan of the Star Trek franchise. The original series, Next Generation and Deep Space 9 all hold a special place in my…
Fire Force (Episode 22) – A Brother’s Determination
Shinra finds himself face to face with his little brother, Sho, but Sho wants nothing to do with him other than that the Evangelist wants Shinra for his…
Fire Force (Episode 27) – A New Flashpoint
The hunt for the Fifth Pillar is on and as usual, the Eighth can’t expect any help from the other Special Fire Forces. They believe it’s a girl…