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Rayman PlayStation Review and Longplay – A Timeless 1995 Classic Introduction In the mid-90s, the platforming genre was thriving, but few titles captured the magic of the era quite like Rayman on the PlayStation. Released in 1995 by Ubisoft, this 2D platforming masterpiece introduced players to a limbless hero whose charm, fluid animation, and breathtaking worlds helped define the system’s early library. The vibrant art style, precise gameplay, and unforgettable …

Part 7: Chapters 13 & 14 played through by DashingDerek. I had to reupload this. They copyrighted both the audio and video for the the credits. That part has now been removed. Part 1: https://youtu.be/9Lyy9HGzrMw Part 2: https://youtu.be/5so8AEPlriE Part 3: https://youtu.be/vpc3rrggF-I Part 4: https://youtu.be/zNzuGwYDOso Part 5: https://youtu.be/wyt04hQWTPE Part 6: https://youtu.be/IGklBzo0hqI Part 7: https://youtu.be/tEGDwPa0rm0 Written tutorial/walkthrough: https://retro-replay.com/guides/final-fantasy-7-rebirth-walkthrough/ Review here: Chapter Synopsis Chapter 13 In Chapter 13 of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, …

Part 7: Chapters 13 & 14 played through by DashingDerek. Part 1: https://youtu.be/9Lyy9HGzrMw Part 2: https://youtu.be/5so8AEPlriE Part 3: https://youtu.be/vpc3rrggF-I Part 4: https://youtu.be/zNzuGwYDOso Part 5: https://youtu.be/wyt04hQWTPE Part 6: https://youtu.be/IGklBzo0hqI Part 7: https://youtu.be/rk9kRMb2kaQ Written tutorial/walkthrough: https://retro-replay.com/guides/final-fantasy-7-rebirth-walkthrough/ Review here: Chapter Synopsis Chapter 13 In Chapter 13 of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, titled “Where Angels Fear to Tread,” Cloud and his team pursue the Shinra helicopter carrying the Keystone to the Temple of the …

Part 6: Chapters 11 & 12 played through by DashingDerek. Part 1: https://youtu.be/9Lyy9HGzrMw Part 2: https://youtu.be/5so8AEPlriE Part 3: https://youtu.be/vpc3rrggF-I Part 4: https://youtu.be/zNzuGwYDOso Part 5: https://youtu.be/wyt04hQWTPE Part 6: https://youtu.be/IGklBzo0hqI Part 7: Written tutorial/walkthrough: https://retro-replay.com/guides/final-fantasy-7-rebirth-walkthrough/ Review here: Chapter Synopsis Chapter 11 In the eleventh chapter of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, titled “The Long Shadow of Shinra,” Cloud and his companions arrive in Nibelheim, a town eerily reconstructed after a mysterious incident. As …

Part 5: Chapters 9 & 10 played through by DashingDerek. Part 1: https://youtu.be/9Lyy9HGzrMw Part 2: https://youtu.be/5so8AEPlriE Part 3: https://youtu.be/vpc3rrggF-I Part 4: https://youtu.be/zNzuGwYDOso Part 5: https://youtu.be/wyt04hQWTPE Chapter 9 “The Planet Stirs,” follows Cloud and his companions as they escape the Corel Region aboard a large buggy. Their journey is interrupted by Yuffie’s sudden collapse, steering the group south towards a Mako reactor. Players are given the choice to return to The …

Part 4: Chapters 8 played through by DashingDerek. Part 1: https://youtu.be/9Lyy9HGzrMw Part 2: https://youtu.be/5so8AEPlriE Part 3: https://youtu.be/vpc3rrggF-I Written tutorial/walkthrough: https://retro-replay.com/guides/final-fantasy-7-rebirth-walkthrough/ Review here: Chapter Synopsis. Chapter 8 In the glittering realm of the Gold Saucer, the eighth chapter of “Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth,” titled “All That Glitters,” unfolds with our heroes stepping off their whimsical flying carriage. Barret, who has recently faced his haunted past, now guides the party through this …

Part 2: Chapters 4-5 played through by DashingDerek. Part 1: https://youtu.be/9Lyy9HGzrMw Part 3: https://youtu.be/vpc3rrggF-I Written tutorial/walkthrough: https://retro-replay.com/guides/final-fantasy-7-rebirth-walkthrough/ Review here: Chapter Synopsis. Chapter 4 Parade of Deception: Cloud Infiltrates the Shinra Stronghold With the Mythril Mines behind them, Cloud’s team sees the Shinra metropolis of Junon ahead. But dangers lurk below the city too. In the humble village Under Junon, a monstrous serpent attacks! Our heroes defeat the threat and rescue …

Part 3: Chapters 6-7 played through by DashingDerek. Part 1: https://youtu.be/9Lyy9HGzrMw Part 2: https://youtu.be/5so8AEPlriE Written tutorial/walkthrough: https://retro-replay.com/guides/final-fantasy-7-rebirth-walkthrough/ Review here: Chapter Synopsis. Chapter 6 A Tropical Distraction: Fun in the Sun Goes Awry Basking in the warm shores of Costa del Sol, Cloud yearns for relaxation after harrowing sea voyages. But securing lodgings proves challenging among bustling crowds. Just as hope fades, a familiar face generously shelters the group. Eager to …

The first 3 chapters of FFVII, as played through by DashingDerek. Part two (chapters 4 and 5): https://youtu.be/5so8AEPlriE See our written tutorial/walkthrough here: https://retro-replay.com/guides/final-fantasy-7-rebirth-walkthrough/ Review here: Chapter Synopsis Chapter 1: The Adventure Begins: A Tale of Cloud’s Fateful Mission Our story opens with Zack bravely rescuing Cloud amidst crashing helicopters and debris. After an emotional reunion with Aerith, we flashback five years to a fateful mission. A younger Cloud accompanies …

In The Hunt: A Deep Dive into the Underwater Classic on PS1 “In The Hunt,” a title often overshadowed by its terrestrial counterparts, is a gem of the PlayStation 1 era that deserves more recognition. Developed by Irem, a company known for creating the legendary “R-Type” series, “In The Hunt” was released on the PS1 in 1995. The game, which I affectionately refer to as the “Metal Slug of the …

Retro Review: “The Adventures of Little Ralph” – A Hidden Gem on the PS1 It’s not every day that one stumbles upon an obscure classic that should have been a household name. “The Adventures of Little Ralph,” a 2D platformer released exclusively in Japan for the PlayStation in 1999, is one such title. I had the pleasure of discovering this game only in 2024, and it’s a damn shame it …

Retro Review and Longplay: R-Type Delta – A Timeless Shmup Classic for the PlayStation 1 R-Type Delta, released in 1999 for the PlayStation 1, marked the series’ explosive entry into the 32-bit era. As a venerable member of the shoot-’em-up (shmup) genre, it was tasked with carrying the weighty legacy of its arcade forebears. Now, more than two decades later, it’s time to revisit this classic and see how it …

Publisher: Square Co., Ltd. Platform: PlayStation Release Date: November 20, 1997 (Japan); May 5, 1998 (North America) Genre: Shoot ’em up Introduction Einhänder, a side-scrolling shoot ’em up (shmup) released by Square during the golden era of the PlayStation, is a game that remains a cult classic among retro gaming enthusiasts. In an era dominated by RPGs and 3D platformers, Einhänder stood out as a unique offering with its cyberpunk …

This game was a lot of fun. I played through it with my son Derek, and then David jumped in the last 3 levels or so and helped us beat Shredder. I guess this has up to 6 players, so I am going to try and do another run-through with 4 local and 2 online if that is possible. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge – A Retro Review for …

Retro Review: Mega Man 8 – A Polished Leap to 32-Bit Mega Man 8, marking the Blue Bomber’s splash onto the PlayStation in 1997, represents a significant chapter in the franchise’s history. Developed by Capcom, the venerable studio behind the series, this installment was released to celebrate Mega Man’s 10th anniversary. As the first game in the main series to leap onto the 32-bit platform, Mega Man 8 expanded upon …