Episode 08: Cyberpunk Drama + Chrono Trigger Nostalgia – Then vs Now Gaming Talk!

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From the chaos of modern cyberpunk headlines to one of the greatest RPGs of all time—this episode of the DMG Gaming Podcast takes you on a ride through gaming’s past and future.

Grant and Ed dive into recent controversies and development drama in the cyberpunk world, then pivot to celebrate Chrono Trigger, the timeless JRPG that still sets the gold standard for storytelling.

🕹️ Inside This Episode:

• Cyberpunk dev struggles: Delays, layoffs, and player backlash
• What happened to the promise of futuristic RPGs?
• Chrono Trigger retrospective: Why it still matters
• Story, music, characters—why this SNES gem holds up

Whether you're craving retro RPG love or curious about what’s going wrong with modern sci-fi titles, this episode hits both timelines.

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