2006 brought many incredible JRPGs that, even today, can stand on their own and provide fresh experiences to fans of the genre.

If the JRPG grind is getting you down and you want something to test your mind, here are 8 JRPGs that reward slow, thoughtful play more than grinding.

Once upon a time, open-worlds were not synonymous with quantity but rather non-linear quality. Way ahead of its time, Beyond Good & Evil makes full use of the Hillys, with nearly every area serving ...