Final Fantasy & Kingdom Hearts Union

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FF Union 196: If You Could Only Ever Play One Final Fantasy... May 07, 2019

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Final Fantasy has been such an expansive franchise, but with so many games to choose from... how could you ever just pick one?

Well, that's our challenge today, as we discuss with main-line game we'd like to play for the rest of our lives, while also discussing how we'd make the same decision with the franchise's mobile titles.

In addition, we've got some cracking questions round expanded stories with other potential Final Fantasy remakes and also, delving into how Final Fantasy XIII actually manage to spawn two sequels!

Music this episode is by FalKKonE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xFBmSTFQ9rg

KH Union 169: Kingdom Hearts 3 ReMIND + Epic Review Conclusion! Apr 30, 2019

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Not only do we have the EPIC conclusion to our Kingdom Hearts 3 review, but we've also had a huge news blast where ReMIND was announced!

Yep, it's a two-part episode this time around, as the big finale gets some in-depth discussion as each of the conflicts is broken down in some rather granular detail.

And then, there's the news blast. Not only have they announced Critical Mode, but Kingdom Hearts 3 ReMIND was also unveiled. It will come with plenty of paid and free content - plenty to keep us busy!

Music this episode is provided by Luna Lorrain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=22v9OLyh1X0

FF Union 195: Final Fantasy 7 Remake: Expanding The Expanded Universe Apr 23, 2019

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With E3 2019 getting ever-closed, we decided to take a look this episode at how we'd like to see Square Enix utilise the Compilation of Final Fantasy VII within the Final Fantasy 7 Remake!

Yep, we're going to be talking about utilising characters from Before Crisis, Crisis Core and Dirge of Cerberus and how post-launch popularity of certain characters could also sway their decisions!

We've got a specific focus around characters featured within Midgar, but there's plenty of room for discussions around Professor Gast, Cissnei, Zack Fair and Genesis!

Music this episode is provided by FamilyJules: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4ZGC3FTtqI

KHU 168: Kingdom Hearts 3 Extended Review (The Keyblade Graveyard) Apr 16, 2019

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It's time for the next part of our rather extensive review, which sees a two-hour special for the Keyblade Graveyard!

As we've done in our previous review episodes, there's a significant focus around the story... but we'll also be looking at the level design and general gameplay, the visual presentation and the general impression it left on us!

We've also got a question about the possibility of the Kingdom Hearts franchise appearing on Nintendo Switch!

Music this episode is provided by UprisingGrand: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emTmH1Mv5dA

FF Union 194: Square Enix's Japanese Shake-Up Continues Apr 09, 2019

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With the start of Square Enix's new financial year, there's been plenty of change afoot!

It's seen a continuation of the changes we saw at the end of last year when Hajime Tabata left to pursue new ventures, as Hideo Baba (Head of Studio Istolia) has also now resigned from the company.

Square Enix have also published more information around the restructure that's seen the business divisions merged, to hopefully make development efforts much more streamlined.

Oh, there's a small piece of news too, relating to a large-scale project that YoshiP is working on, that the Final Fantasy VII Remake!

Music this episode is from Sschafi1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMqVgKAAnvY

KHU 167: Kingdom Hearts 3 Extended Review (Caribbean + San Fransokyo) Apr 02, 2019

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Even though Kingdom Hearts 3 has now been out for a little while, our extensive review is continuing in earnest and this episode we're tackling The Caribbean and San Fransokyo!

We've also got a fantastic discussion topic that was suggested from the community around the lyrics of Chikai and Don't Think Twice and what they symbolise, so we hope you enjoy our deep dive into that particular topic!

Music this episode is from Musicality: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0SWngOE5pm4

FF Union 193: Celebrating Nobuo Uematsu Mar 26, 2019

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To celebrate Nobuo Uematsu's birthday, we figured it would be a fantastic opportunity to have a show dedicated to his career so far!

Having joined Square back in 1985, Uematsu-san has gone on to have such an impactful career within the video game music industry, not least due to his involvement with the Final Fantasy franchise.

It's a testament to his talents that he was able to have so much longevity, with his older works will standing up decades later.

For this episode, we run-through his career, including the highs and lows, as well as a brief interlude into what the legendary composer is doing these days!

Music this episode is from EDM producers BOSSFIGHT and NewGamePlus: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8HcjqQOIFw

KH Union 166: An Interview With Pixar's Tasha Sounart Mar 19, 2019

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We have a very special guest this episode, as we're interviewing Tasha Sounart, who works at Pixar and was a consultant on Kingdom Hearts 3!

In a wide-ranging interview, we ask Tasha about numerous things like... how involvement with Kingdom Hearts 3 actually came around and the relationship that evolved with the Kingdom Hearts team!

But that's not all.... as the gang also continue their discussions around Kingdom Hearts 3! This episode it's all about Monstropolis and Arrendale, so hopefully you enjoy that too!

Our music this episode is from the very talented Ru's Piano: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0SWngOE5pm4

FF Union 192: My Favourite Final Fantasy Protagonist Mar 12, 2019

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We've ventured into antagonists, so it's only fair that we venture into the world of protagonists... but that's not all this episode!

Outside of discussing the various protagonists that have graced the Final Fantasy franchise over the years, we're also taking a look at potential cross-over games that would benefit from classic Final Fantasy mechanics.

Oh, and we also have a rather extensive news update for you all, so hopefully you enjoy that!

Music this episode is provided by Belzifer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEWbtoU4mik. Make sure you comment on his video to let him know we sent you!

KH Union 165: Kingdom Hearts 3 Ultimania Goodness! Mar 05, 2019

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With the release of the Kingdom Hearts 3 Ultimania, we've gained access to a whole host of glorious information and we're going to be delving into all of it today!

There's numerous topics to discuss, from what the DLC may be (including Critical Model and Kingdom Hearts 3 Final Mix), but also what may happen next with the franchise and some of the more nuanced pieces of information around why certain decisions were made and even cut content!

It's another extensive episode, so we hope you enjoy the discussions!

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