217: Bravely Default w/ Wes

Is Bravely Default A Flawed Masterpiece or Forgotten Classic?

In this episode, Wes, Josh, and Nate dive deep into Bravely Default: Flying Fairy and its HD Remaster across Switch, Steam, and Xbox. We trace its origins from Final Fantasy: The Four Heroes of Light to the Octopath Traveler series, break down why the "Brave & Default" risk-reward combat system was ahead of its time, and share why this game holds such a special place in our gaming memories. Is Bravely Default the ultimate evolution of classic turn-based JRPGs, or does its controversial late-game structure hold it back from true greatness?

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