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Retro Encounter 423 – Grandia II Part 2

Posted by Zach Wilkerson on June 27, 2024

Deep fried Retro! This week we get the panelists back together to chat about the second half of Grandia II. Listen in while we talk about late game changes in tone, how well the pacing holds up, and if Ryudo is still endlessly hilarious. Featuring: Zach Wilkerson, Ben Love, Claton Stevenson; Edited… Read More »

SteamWorld Heist II Preview

Posted by Ben Love on June 26, 2024

Thunderful Gothenburg wowed me nearly a decade ago with their tightly-tuned turn-based strategy tile SteamWorld Heist. Taking a 2D side-scrolling approach to strategy proved to be a stroke of genius, relying on steady aim and careful positioning of your colorful cast of Steambots rather than behind-… Read More »

Building a Modern Classic – Infinity Knights: Xross Developer Interview

Posted by Mike Salbato on June 25, 2024

We covered the reveal of Infinity Knights: Xross from Timesea Studio a couple weeks ago. This up-and-coming Australian studio is run by three brothers who grew up on video games and decided to harness that passion and knowledge to build their own action RPG. Infinity Knights: Xross aims to deliver s… Read More »

Wander Stars Demo Impressions: Super Fire Edition!

Posted by Audra Bowling on June 24, 2024

Martial arts and the power of words combine in interactive anime-styled turn-based RPG Wander Stars! Step into the role of aspiring martial artist Ringo as she reluctantly joins forces with the enigmatic and somewhat shady Wolfe in a star system-spanning adventure to find the pieces of the mythic Wa… Read More »

Random Encounter 299 – We’re (Monster) Hunting for Some Nintendo News!

Posted by Jonathan Logan on June 24, 2024

On this episode of Random Encounter, we’re breaking down all the RPG news from the June 2024 Nintendo Direct and chatting about the recent re-release of Monster Hunter Stories and its sequel! As usual, Nintendo’s latest showcase brought the house down with a flurry of surprises. Far from the Switch… Read More »

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 »

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