The time-traveling classic, Chrono Trigger, from the then Enix-less Squaresoft is definitely one of the best RPGs of its generation, with an equally stimulating soundtrack to stir you up. But just when you thought you've heard it all, some guys apparently found the subtle midi melodies not down enough, so here they are, jamming to the Crono's theme music, the Chrono Trigger Rap.

Oh, before I forget, there's gonna be some language, be advised.

Starting today, July 8th, all the way until August 2nd, take a few minutes to browse through GameStop and you're gonna find thousands of games, both new and used, all at US$ 20 or less. Talk about a huge sale.

For those who haven't heard yet, Mega Man 2.5D is a fan-made project created by Swedish animator Peter Sjostrand. "2.5D" simply means that the game is right between 2D and 3D, taking Sjostrand's definition of 2.5D of course. This new vid came out earlier today, and for those who grew up with Mega Man like me, seeing MegaMan and ProtoMan work together is fangasm at its finest.

Lots of big news for this week's recap, so you'd better stay comfy. There's a hell lot of games coming to the Wii and DS in 2009, and we have news on the biggest that the two platforms are gonna get - whether they're the Pokemon remakes, Monster Hunter 3, and a bunch of retro WiiWare games, we've got ya covered. With a lot of games coming, it probably explains why the DS sold a million last April, so the new DS owners will have a lot to play and choose from. Quit wasting your time reading this babble, 'cause you're gonna read them again in the full article. Or not.

Even if Chrono Trigger stands as one of the best RPGs ever to come out the then Squaresoft bag of tricks, you might say that Square Enix didn't follow-up on the fame as well as the fans would like. So along came Chrono Trigger: Crimson Echoes, a fan-created ROM hack sequel to the time-travelling adventures of Crono and company. Unfortunately for the devs of the project, Square Enix just whipped out the dreaded C&D order, demanding that they destroy the 98% complete project. You might feel as bad as I do especially after you watch the trailer.

Guinness World Records EIC Craig Glenday put together an unspecified group of industry experts to form a judging panel and rated the most influential games of all time. So who makes it to the top of their list? Keep your favorites in mind, then find out after the jump.

You've seen every screenshot, watched every movie, pre-ordered and camped out to get a hold of the game on day one, frantically ripped off the wrapping, shoved it into your machine of choice and then... disappointmenton. Here's how we felt, what about you folks?

It's been another week, and now we have the latest from Media Create. Animal Crossing: City Folk comes in at #1, followed by handheld releases Chrono Trigger DS and Mobile Suit: Gundam vs. Gundam. Find out if your favorite game made it to the top of the software charts.

Do you still have money to burn for the holidays? Figured out how to spend it yet? Well, Famitsu went on a survey, asking the Japanese about their holiday game spending plans. Read what the Japanese are planning to buy and why they're getting them. It might actually help you decide on which stuff to get after you read the full article.

Square Enix is doing another teaser countdown promotion, this time for a game centering on Bahamut. Another remake? A whole new game dedicated to one of Final Fantasy's iconic summons?

No idea. We'll know in 4 days though. Tick tock, tick tock.