Was Xenogears ahead of its time… or doomed from the start? From its rejected Final Fantasy origins to the heartbreak of Disc 2’s rushed finale, this video unpacks the turbulent development that forged one of the most beloved cult classics in JRPG history. A remake may be a long shot — but the story behind the original is unforgettable. #Xenogears #XenogearsRemake #JRPG #SquareEnix #GamingHistory #CultClassic #TetsuyaTakahashi #PS1Games #XenogearsDisc2 #GameDevelopment 🎮 Chapters: 00:00 Intro – Why Xenogears Still Hurts 02:00 Final Fantasy's Rejected Cousin 03:12 Mech, Music & Mayhem 04:31 When the budget said Nope 05:40 Heavy Themes, Tough Translation 06:47 From Cult Classic to Legacy Legend 07:38 Will Square Enix Ever Remake It?