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PoPoRoGue is a Japan-only JRPG and the direct sequel to PoPoLoCrois Monogatari for the same console. This is a series of isometric, sprite-based JRPGs with a great fairytale style of art design, a classic Western fantasy setting, and very memorable, light-hearted characters from all walks of life. In PoPoRoGue, protagonist Pietro has already defeated the Ice Demon from the first game, and is welcomed home as a hero. However, he soon gets bored of a normal boy's life and sets out in search for adventure once again.

PoPoRoGue has the same turn-based tactical combat system as the first game, where you move around a grid-based area and attack with skills or magic. It has no random encounters, as enemies are present on the overworld and can be avoided. Enemies will even chase you if you flee a battle! Also, dungeons are procedurally-generated, and interestingly, all your secondary party members can be hired out as mercenaries to carry out missions and return to you with rewards.

PoPoLoCrois II also exists for the PSX, but it is actually the third game in the series.