Lost Odyssey
News, coverage and analysis tracking Lost Odyssey across the outlets.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 director thinks devs will eventually "be able to churn out a game in 5 seconds with a prompt," but he hopes they're not any goodGuillaume Broche, lead developer at Sandfall Interactive, believes that while AI could eventually allow for games to be generated instantly with a prompt, he hopes these creations won't be good. His studio is not using generative AI for creative work, though they are exploring its use for administrative tasks. Broche also mentioned that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a spiritual successor to the JRPG Lost Odyssey.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is "sort of the successor" to Final Fantasy creator's overlooked JRPG Lost Odyssey, lead says: "Truly one of the most powerful, emotional experiences of my life"Guillaume Broche, director of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has praised Hironobu Sakaguchi's JRPG Lost Odyssey, calling it a successor to his own work and one of the most powerful emotional experiences he's had as a gamer. Broche highlighted Lost Odyssey's linear structure, random battles, and ambitious story, noting its rarity as a turn-based game with realistic graphics. He also mentioned that Lost Odyssey is available digitally on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 studio Sandfall isn't bothered that people may not like its next game, and that's the most refreshing thing I've heard all weekSandfall Interactive founder Guillaume Broche expresses a refreshing lack of concern about whether players will like the studio's next game, emphasizing that their previous success with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 stemmed from creative vision rather than trend-chasing. This philosophy is highlighted as a stark contrast to the current industry climate of corporate pressure and iterative franchises, suggesting that a focus on unique, personal projects resonates with audiences.
The follow-up to one of my favorite RPGs of the 2020s finally has a demo, and it does not disappoint: Bat people, a mushroom hellscape, and funky JRPG combat from bizarro world 2005Entropy, a JRPG from Lovely Hellplace, has released a playable demo on Steam with an early access launch date of August 18. The game features a party system with up to 14 members, permadeath mechanics reminiscent of Fire Emblem, and a unique combat system with row-based positioning. Its art style and unsettling atmosphere evoke mid-2000s JRPGs with a distinct, freakish spirit.
"Whoa what a wild reaction" - Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi reacts to backlash after praising an AI-generated FF6 remake trailerFinal Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi expressed surprise at the backlash he received for praising an AI-generated trailer for a hypothetical Final Fantasy 6 remake. Sakaguchi, who also shared AI-generated art for Lost Odyssey, stated that while the AI remake isn't viable as-is, he senses potential in the technology. He left Square Enix in 2003 to found Mistwalker, which received funding from Microsoft for games like Blue Dragon and Lost Odyssey.
Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi responds to the backlash after shouting out a Final Fantasy 6 AI mock-up goes…Hironobu Sakaguchi, the creator of Final Fantasy, has responded to fan backlash regarding an AI-generated mock-up of Final Fantasy 6. He stated that his initial positive reaction was instinctual and acknowledged that while the technology may not be perfect now, it holds future potential. Sakaguchi also shared that he recently experimented with animating concept art from Lost Odyssey.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Director Says Clair Obscur’s Success Shows Appetite for More Action GameplayNaoki Hamaguchi, director of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, believes modern gamers desire more action elements, citing Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 as an example of a turn-based RPG successfully integrating real-time mechanics. He suggests this trend reflects a player preference for both strategic depth and immediate feedback. Hamaguchi also discussed the challenges of adapting the original Final Fantasy 7's combat for the Remake trilogy.- If you love Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, find a way to play Lost Odyssey – the cult-classic RPG that remains one…Lost Odyssey is a cult-classic JRPG from developer Mistwalker, helmed by Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi, that remains playable today via backwards compatibility on Xbox Series X and Xbox One. The game explores themes of memory, transition, and immortality through fragmented tales of immortal characters and a world blending fantasy with a magic-industrial revolution. Despite some dated elements and pacing issues, its narrative depth and classic JRPG structure make it a memorable experience.
Microsoft's Project Helix sounds like it could be better for gamers than the Series X but in a way that is worse…Microsoft's Project Helix, potentially launching in late 2027 or 2028, aims to offer a PC-like gaming experience with Xbox integration at a competitive price. While it could be more appealing than the Xbox Series X due to its PC-like features and potential cost savings, the article questions if this direction is ultimately beneficial for Xbox's console presence and the broader gaming market.- Xbox och Xbox 360 – de gyllene generationernaThis article analyzes the impact and legacy of Microsoft's Xbox and Xbox 360 consoles. It details their development, key games like Halo and Gears of War, the success of Xbox Live, and their influence on the console gaming landscape, highlighting how they challenged established players like Sony and Nintendo.
The 10 Best Video Games of 2025This article ranks the 10 best video games released in the first half of 2025, highlighting titles like Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and Elden Ring Nightreign. The list features a diverse range of genres, from action RPGs and JRPGs to kart racers and survival games, praising innovation, storytelling, and gameplay mechanics.