The Longest Five Minutes is a unique role-playing game developed by Nippon Ichi Software and SYUPRO-DX, and published by NIS America. Released for the Nintendo Switch in 2018, this game stands out with its storytelling structure where the final boss battle occurs in the opening minutes, and the protagonist re-experiences past events through flashbacks. The genre combines traditional JRPG elements with a narrative-centric approach, challenging players to piece together the hero's memories to reclaim his lost powers and history before the decisive battle concludes.