Cameron Hawkins and Kevin Kenson

Party Chat: A JRPG Podcast

Leisure EN ↓ 122 episodes

Join Cameron Hawkins and Kevin Kenson as they talk about everything in the world of Japanese Role-Playing Video Games and other Japanese titles. Whether it be news, what we've been playing, or a topic of the show, this is the destination podcast for everything JRPGs.

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Cameron Hawkins and Kevin Kenson

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Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Xbox Showcase Announced, Rusty Rabbit, and the Reputation of Limited Run Games 17.04.2025

Cameron and Kevin discuss what we may expect at the Xbox Showcase in June and Kevin gives his thoughts on the newly released Rusty Rabbit. For the topic of the show Cam and Kevin talk about the history of Limited Run Games and the company's continued consumer backlash over the years.

More Switch 2 News and The Best JRPG Soundtracks 10.04.2025

Cameron and Kevin discuss the latest updates following last weeks Switch 2 presentation and some of our favorite video game soundtracks and composers.

The Switch 2 Direct Extravaganza 03.04.2025

Cameron and Kevin discusses everything revealed during yesterday's Nintendo Switch 2 Direct and what may come for the future of the system.

Our Thoughts on The Final Nintendo Switch Direct 28.03.2025

In this bonus episode of Party Chat Cameron and Kevin go over what was announced during the final Nintendo Switch Direct and how it may effect the Switch 2 Presentation next week.

Trails Remake Coming in September and What We Want From Nintendo Switch 2 27.03.2025

Cameron and Kevin discuss the recently leaked release date for Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter, our time with Xenoblade Chronicles X and Assassin's Creed Shadows, and our hopes, dreams, and predictions of the Nintendo Switch 2 leading up to next week's console presentation.

Final Fantasy XVI Flops and The History of the Switch 20.03.2025

Cameron and Kevin discuss where Final Fantasy XVI could have went wrong after learning the latest sales numbers. Cameron discusses his time with Dragon Quest V so far. Kevin and Cam reminisce on the incredible library of the Nintendo Switch.

Atelier Yumia Review 14.03.2025

Cameron has played the latest game in the Atelier franchise Atelier Yumia. Cam discusses with Kevin his experience as a first time player to the series and what players old and new should expect in this revamped entry.

New Chrono Trigger News and Where's the Best Place to Start a JRPG Franchise 13.03.2025

Cameron and Kevin go over what new Chrono Trigger projects could be in the works, the reveal of Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter voice cast, the Suikoden remaster, and what are the best entries to begin in respective JRPG franchises.

Pokémon Presents and the History of Suikoden with Aidan Moher 06.03.2025

Cameron and Kevin are joined by Fight, Magic, Items Author Aidan Moher who recently announced his new book on Suikoden I + II from Boss Fight Books. They discuss all the news from last week's Pokemon Presents, a new Suikoden game, and Aidan's journey as a book writer. Make sure to check out Aidan's newsletter here! https://astrolabe.aidanmoher.com

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Spoilercast - One Year Later 28.02.2025

Cameron and Kevin are joined by Kevin Diaz from IGN and PlayStation Source to talk about where they stand on Rebirth a year after its initial release. They discuss what they love and dislike about the combat, gameplay, story as well as predictions on the future of this ambitious Remake project.

NieR 15th Anniversary Event and Unique Battle Systems We Want to See Return 27.02.2025

Cameron and Kevin discuss what potential news could come out of the upcoming Nier 15th anniversary livestream and what battle systems that were only in a single game that we would love to see come back.

Monster Hunter Wilds Review 24.02.2025

Cameron and Kevin discuss the hotly anticipated Monster Hunter Wilds, but will it meet the expectations fans of the series have been waiting for?

Final Fantasy x Magic the Gathering First Look and The Future of RGG 20.02.2025

Cameron and Kevin go over everything revealed from the Final Fantasy and Magic the Gathering crossover, the latest roadmaps for current fighting games and our hopes and predictions from RGG in the coming years.

Everything Announced at PlayStation State of Play and What Makes a Definitive Version of a Game 13.02.2025

Cameron and Kevin discuss all the news from yesterday's State of Play and how we determine the definitive version of a game.

Trails Through Daybreak II Review 07.02.2025

Cameron has played the latest entry in the Legend of Heroes series Trails through Daybreak II and talks about how the franchise continues to be one of the most overlooked in gaming and how Daybreak II sets up the future of the series.

Monster Hunter Wilds, Onimusha, and More Movie Adaptations 06.02.2025

Cameron and Kevin go over the Capcom Spotlight, Expedition 33 and Sleeping Dogs movie announcements, and developer made characters versus player made characters in JRPGs.

Ninja Gaiden 4, Expedition 33, and The Best JRPG Parties 30.01.2025

Cameron and Kevin discuss Ninja Gaiden and Expedition 33 from the Xbox Developer Direct. The new(ish) head of Sony Interactive Entertainment has been announced. We talk about our hands-on time with Ninja Gaiden II Black and Final Fantasy II as well as the best JRPG parties (part 1 of who can really say?).

Switch 2 Officially Revealed, Dynasty Warriors Origins, and Silent Protagonists 23.01.2025

Cameron and Kevin go over everything that was seen during the Switch 2 reveal, our thoughts on Dynasty Warriors Origins and Tales of Graces f Remastered as well as disussing the questions "Is there still a place for silent protagonists in JRPGs?"

Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero Review 23.01.2025

Cameron and Kevin review Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero, the latest title from Nippon Ichi Software, what it brings to the tactics genre, and how NIS can improve on their future titles.

Switch 2, Xbox Surprise, and what new game reveals may be on the horizon 16.01.2025

The Switch 2 has finally arrived? Cameron and Kevin discuss the future of Nintendo, the new entry of a Japanese IP seemingly being revealed at the upcoming Xbox Developer Direct, and our hopes and dreams of JRPG announcements and updates for 2025.

The Worrisome Future of PlatinumGames and Our Most Anticipated Games of 2025 10.01.2025

Cameron and Kevin discuss lead developers from PlatinumGames leaving the company and what that could mean for the future of the studio. Cam shares his experience with Paper Mario The Thousand Year Door and for the Topic of the Show Kev and Cam go over the upcoming game slate of 2025 and which games excite us the most.

What is a JRPG? and Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana Review 07.01.2025

Welcome to the first episode of Party Chat: A JRPG Podcast! Cameron and Kevin discuss Falcom's upcoming game slate and Japanese developers speaking on their 2025. Cameron reviews Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana while Kevin speaks on his time with Visions of Mana and we answer the simple question, "What is a JRPG?"

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