We've had a strained relationship with the Wild Arms series. We love the western-style in the games and with that, the music and costume designs are generally above par. So you can imagine our dismay at the fourth iteration in the series on the PS2 ... but the gameplay had the most potential (we say potential because it was very, very easy). Essentially, they always get one thing right in each game, but never carry over the good ideas. Enter Wild Arms XF for the PSP -- an SRPG version of the franchise. The above video shows off some of the classes available in the title and their abilities. Honestly, the game looks pretty sweet. We'll keep an eye on it, if you do!

Here's a pretty comprehensive look at the upcoming PSP-exclusive SRPG, Wild Arms XF. This Japanese trailer clocks in at three minutes, and showcases the attractive 2D sprites the game employs. It'll be interesting to see whether or not Wild Arms XF has the stuff to compete against Square Enix's Final Fantasy Tactics.

Every great Japanese RPG needs to have anime cutscenes and a bubbly J-pop intro. Wild Arms XF, the upcoming PSP-exclusive SRPG, is no different. This newly released Japanese trailer reveals gameplay, but with the usual Japanese anime-inspired trimmings. Of course, we're not complaining -- as is the case of titles like this, it's part of the charm.

We tried thinking up a more original headline than this. Seriously. However, there isn't much to note in this new batch of screenshots from the upcoming Wild Arms XF. It looks juts like every other anime-inspired SRPG out there, with some simple, but attractive 2D graphics, and a genre-standard HUD. Maybe a few of our more Japanese-inclined readers can decipher a few new details from the newly updated website.

The floodgates have opened as new information continues to pour in about the PSP-exclusive Wild Arms XF. This strategy RPG may not feature 3D graphics like its predecessor, but it remains beautiful, thanks to some meticulously crafted sprites. See some more hot grid-based action after the break.

The official Japanese Wild Arms XF website has opened, although it doesn't provide too much information. IGN, however, has uncovered a treasure trove of new details on the upcoming PSP-exclusive SRPG:

• "Set once again in the land of Falgaia, Wild Arms XF tells the story of Clarisa, a knight in the army of the peaceful kingdom of Elecius. The story begins when the queen is killed in what appears to be more than just an accident."
• "During battle, you move the members of your party in turn with the enemies."
• "By connecting your PSP to your PS2 via USB, you'll unlock six secret bosses in Wild Arms 5. XF sees more benefit, as you get better items and rewards and even get to see some special events."

As PSP Fanboy reader trystero said: "Handhelds and SRPGs go together like glue and ... well, more glue." Hopefully, Wild Arms XF will prove to be a worthwhile addition to the PSP library.
[Thanks, Thien!]