AS HAS BEEN stated often on these pages, RPGs are hardly a bastion of innovation. The basic template has stood the test of time. There are plenty of ways to improve it (many of which are slowly gaining acceptance, such as the minimization of random battles), but the general RPG standard still manages to entertain people. However, speaking personally, I have to say that the aforementioned standard, while still entertaining (at least, it's something to do and it doesn't completely turn me off), long ago ceased to be thought-provoking or interesting in any way. MORE >>>

Editor's Comments

   Welcome to RPGamer's latest editorial column. Today we have one new editorial by frequent-submitter Cidolfas on the subject of multiple character viewpoints; it's so original, it deserves Featured Reader status. There's also an interesting classic editorial by Mike Huang about mini-games and other destractions in RPGs.

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