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RPGs Coming This Week, 6/23/24

Posted by Gio Castillo on June 23, 2024

In this edition of RPGs Coming This Week: visual novels! We have multiple high-profile VNs launching in quick succession this week, plus an adventure game that (literally) hits close to home. I’m excited. You’re excited. Let’s check them out! Until Then – June 25th (PS5, Windows, Linux) Now here’s s… Read More »

Adore

Posted by Ben Love on June 22, 2024

Ever since Pokémon came onto the scene in the mid-90s, monster-collecting RPGs have been a mainstay subgenre. A surge of similar games hit the market in that era, most adopting a similar turn-based RPG format. While most major publishers have abandoned experimenting with the subgenre outside of a ha… Read More »

Little-Known Galaxy

Posted by Neal Chandran on June 21, 2024

When people think of the “cozy RPG” subgenre, a prime example that comes to mind is Stardew Valley. With its happy blend of farming, community building, and exploration, Stardew Valley has amassed a strong and loyal following. Carbon & Kay’s debut title, Little-Known Galaxy, is best described as… Read More »

Retro Encounter 422 – Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Spoilercast

Posted by Michael Sollosi on June 20, 2024

You can’t go back, but you can move forward. Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes was one of the most hotly anticipated RPG releases of 2024, as a successor to the fan-favorite Suikoden series in all but name, written and designed by Suikoden’s late creator Yoshitaka Murayama. So did Eiyuden live up to… Read More »

Ace Attorney Investigations Collection Launches September 6th

Posted by Gio Castillo on June 18, 2024

Of the many bombs dropped during today’s Nintendo Direct, the most shocking (and exciting) may have been Ace Attorney Investigations Collection, a compilation of the two Investigations spin-off titles in the Ace Attorney series. Ace Attorney Investigations Collection is due out on September 6th for… Read More »

Mario & Luigi: Brothership Sets Sail November 7th

Posted by Gio Castillo on June 18, 2024

Opening today’s Nintendo Direct was Mario & Luigi: Brothership, the latest in the long-running RPG series featuring Nintendo’s signature sibling duo. It’s coming to Nintendo Switch on November 7th. Fans probably weren’t expecting this anytime soon—or at all—considering longtime Mario & Luigi… Read More »

Hands-On with New World: Aeternum and Throne and Liberty at Summer Game Fest

Posted by Zach Wilkerson on June 18, 2024

Amazon Games keeps trying to stamp its mark on the MMO genre, but if early indications of their new one (and their updated one) are anything to go by, they still have a few things to learn if they want to compete with the bigger ones in the space. At the recent Play Days event at Summer Game Fest, I… Read More »

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Releases September 26th

Posted by Tin Manuel on June 18, 2024

In today’s Nintendo Direct, fans of the series were surprised with the announcement of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. Players can enjoy an entirely new adventure as they (finally) take on the role of Princess Zelda. The game launches on September 26th for the Nintendo Switch. Based on the tr… Read More »

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake Launches November 14th; Dragon Quest I & II Coming in 2025 [UPDATE]

Posted by Gio Castillo on June 18, 2024

So that’s why it took so long. The latest Nintendo Direct saw the formal re-debut of Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, now with a release date of November 14th. We know from the last teaser that it’s coming out on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. Check out our hands-on… Read More »

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake Lands This Fall: Our Hands-On Impressions

Posted by Zach Wilkerson on June 18, 2024

Folks, it’s finally here. Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake will release on November 14th of this year. I had the chance to spend 45 minutes exploring the early part of the game at Summer Game Fest’s Play Days, and at the end of that time I had tears in my eyes. Not just because I got to… Read More »

Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree

Posted by Jerry Williams on June 18, 2024

This review is for those who are satisfied with Elden Ring’s base game and are not sure if a return to The Lands Between is necessary. If you’ve done multiple playthroughs, love everything FromSoftware has done, and have already done some prep for the DLC, you know you’re buying it. Shockingly, not… Read More »

Rhythm Encounter 137 – Pirates Ahoy!

Posted by Hilary Andreff on June 17, 2024

Avast, ye scurvy dogs! This here episode of Rhythm Encounter be now the property of RPG Pirates. (Note: episode actually contains only a minimal amount of pirate speak.) Join the crew with Captain Hilary, Audra “Quick Draw” Bowling, “Gemstone” Jim Turner, and Kyle “Feat of Strength” Cantelon as they… Read More »

RPGs Coming This Week, 6/16/24

Posted by Gio Castillo on June 16, 2024

In this edition of RPGs Coming This Week: one of the most anticipated video game expansions ever, and some smaller games unfortunately releasing in the same timeframe. Granted, the audience overlap is probably not significant, so these other titles could find some degree of success. Let’s give them… Read More »

Bloomtown: A Different Story Demo Impressions

Posted by Audra Bowling on June 15, 2024

Bloomtown: A Different Story is a traditional RPG unfolding in a seemingly idyllic Americana setting. The game’s unique narrative revolves around twelve-year-old Emily and her younger brother Chester, sent to live with their grandfather in Bloomtown for the summer. Expecting a mundane time of runnin… Read More »

Dungeons of Hinterberg Preview

Posted by Abraham Kobylanski on June 15, 2024

Welcome to Hinterberg! Hit the slopes and hit some enemies as you explore this resort town in the mountains of Austria in Dungeons of Hinterberg. Meet charming friends and support small local businesses with some shopping. Enjoy food from the local eateries and get involved with restaurant drama. Se… Read More »

Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin

Posted by Audra Bowling on June 13, 2024

It’s time to ride on, pawtner! Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is the second spinoff game for the challengingly rewarding Monster Hunter action RPG series. MHS shakes up the formula by putting you in control of a versatile monster rider instead of a formidable monster hunter. Monster riders… Read More »

Monster Hunter Stories

Posted by Abraham Kobylanski on June 13, 2024

Ever wonder who would win between a shark-frog and a hippo-gorilla? Even if this isn’t a question you’ve asked, Monster Hunter Stories aims to answer it. You may be more familiar with the Monster Hunter series, but this spin-off is back with a few enhancements, and it’s here to claim its place at th… Read More »

Retro Encounter 421 – Grandia II Part I

Posted by Michael Sollosi on June 13, 2024

Inside every cynic, there is a disappointed idealist. Grandia II felt like an RPG ahead of its time in 2000, with sophisticated active-time battles, smart underlying systems, and clever writing anchored by Ryudo, Grandia II’s sarcastic protagonist. Today’s episode of Retro Encounter… Read More »

Summer Game Fest: Monster Hunter Wilds Demo Preview

Posted by Zach Wilkerson on June 12, 2024

The Monster Hunter series has taunted me for years, but I’ve never dipped my toes in. Maybe it’s because the gear grind doesn’t sound like my speed or because fans of the series love it so intensely it’s a bit intimidating. After watching a brief 30-minute gameplay demo of Monster Hunter Wilds at Su… Read More »

Visions of Mana Launches August 29th for PS5, PS4, XSX, and PC

Posted by Tin Manuel on June 12, 2024

Visions of Mana is arriving sooner than rumors suggested. Developer and publisher Square Enix has announced that the newest entry in the Mana series will be released worldwide on August 29th, for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and the Microsoft Store. Check out the a… Read More »

Retro Encounter Final Thoughts: Omori

Posted by Michael Sollosi on June 12, 2024

Michael Sollosi Before starting Omori, I knew it by reputation. This is an RPG about trauma and depression, and it handles those two topics earnestly in the form of a retro-styled RPG. But Omori is also considerably more. Sadness, joy, and anger are status effects-slash-status buffs that are employ… Read More »

Phantom Blade Zero Hands-On Preview at Summer Game Fest

Posted by Mario Garcia on June 11, 2024

With impressive trailers that spotlight the game’s eye-catching combat, sick-looking combos, and ruthless action, Phantom Blade Zero piqued my interest in experiencing how the game actually feels to play. Does the gameplay hold up to the intensity of its visuals? After checking out a demo at Summer… Read More »

Path of Exile 2 Impressions at Summer Game Fest

Posted by Mario Garcia on June 11, 2024

My time with Path of Exile 2 at Summer Game Fest began with the age-old question: among warriors, archers, casters, and the like, what character class would I choose to play? To help with my decision, the menu came with nifty previews of the skills that each of the twelve classes would unlock down t… Read More »

Dragon Age: The Veilguard First Hour Impressions at Summer Game Fest

Posted by Zach Wilkerson on June 11, 2024

“Choices and consequences.” That’s what the Creative Director of Dragon Age: The Veilguard, John Epler, repeatedly promised while showing me and a few others the opening hour of the game at Summer Game Fest’s Play Days. Of course, Dragon Age has always been about choices and consequences. Now, it se… Read More »

Random Encounter 298 – Not-E3 2024 Extravaganza!

Posted by Jonathan Logan on June 11, 2024

On this week’s Random Encounter, we’re all in on Not-E3 2024! For video game fans, this is one of the biggest weekends of the year, with nonstop announcements, trailers, and demos to fill your every waking hour! They’ve sure been filling ours, and that’s why we’ve assembled an expert panel to break… Read More »

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