This illuminating interview with graphic designer Kenichi Nemoto covers the conception and design of the Sega Saturn cult classic Shinrei Jusatsushi Taromaru.
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Earthbound – 1994 Developer Interview
This Earthbound interview between Shigesato Itoi and writer Hajime Kimura originally appeared in the 9/94 edition of Family Computer Magazine.
Yoko Shimomura x Michiru Yamane (2023)
This massive interview with Yoko Shimomura and Michiru Yamane originally appeared in the book Game Ongakuka Interview Shuu.
Ginga Force – 2013 Developer Interview
This pre-release Ginga Force interview was originally featured in volume 6 of Shooting Gameside and looks at the game’s design and origins.
Super Mario Bros. – 2015 Developer Interview
This Super Mario Bros interview with Takashi Tezuka originally appeared in the 11/30/2015 edition of Sankei Shinbun as part of SMB’s 30th anniversary.
Phantasy Star IV – 1993 Developer Interviews
Phantasy Star IV – 1993 Developer Interviews This lengthy Phantasy Star IV interview was compiled from several shorter pre-release magazine interviews conducted in 1993. It covers the usual bases, exploring the origin of the development and its relation to other Phantasy Star games. I’ve also included a commentary from Rieko Kodama, and a full interview… Continue reading Phantasy Star IV – 1993 Developer Interviews
Noriyoshi Ohba x Rieko Kodama (2001)
Originally featured in the Sega Consumer History book, this interview with Noriyoshi Ohba and Rieko Kodama is a nostalgic look back at their careers.
Phantasy Star Online – 2002 Developer Roundtable
These two lengthy Phantasy Star Online developer interviews originally appeared in the PSO Episode 1&2 Setting Materials book.
Paper Mario – 2000 Developer Interviews
In these interviews, developers from Nintendo and Intelligent Systems discuss the making of the original Paper Mario, an RPG with a unique papercraft aesthetic.
Cyberbots – 1998 Developer Interview
This Cyberbots interview with producer Takashi Kyono and designer Katsuhiro Nakano originally appeared in the 10/98 issue of Gamejin magazine.