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Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time

Posted by Niki Fakhoori on July 4, 2025

We make the most of the one life we have by layering it with diverse experiences and developing meaningful connections with others. Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time seeks to replicate this intricate tapestry by weaving together a variety of gameplay styles and risks becoming a “Jack of all t… Read More »

Retro Encounter 463 – Fallout: New Vegas Part II

Posted by Zach Wilkerson on July 3, 2025

You hear that? Richie Marcus likes Retro Encounter! In today’s episode, the panel gets back together to discuss the second half of Fallout: New Vegas. Our conversation covers The Strip, the endgame, the DLC, and of course, Richie Marcus. Does The Strip live up to its name? Which ending did we pick?… Read More »

Date Everything!

Posted by Neal Chandran on July 2, 2025

If Lucille, late blues icon B.B. King’s immortalized guitar, could talk… oh, the stories she could tell! Francesca, WWE wrestler Xavier Woods’ trombone, is a famed character unto herself in pro wrestling lore. I named my #1 bass guitar Hepzibah. We’ve had many adventures together, and she’s even had… Read More »

CANADAFan: RPGs and Adventure Games from the Great White North

Posted by Jonathan Logan on July 1, 2025

“Made in Canada” used to be kind of a joke in the entertainment industry. Back in the late ’90s, Rick Mercer (one of Canada’s greatest satirists and the host of Talking to Americans) starred in a brilliant Canadian television series, Made in Canada. He played a cutthroat television executive working… Read More »

Crowdfunding Chronicles: DOWNHILL

Posted by Tina Olah on June 30, 2025

It’s common practice to control the main character in a video game, but this time, she knows someone is pulling her strings! DOWNHILL is a bewitching pixel-graphic action RPG and debut title from all-female trio Sisterhood Games.

Random Encounter 326 – Back to Business as Usual

Posted by Jonathan Logan on June 30, 2025

On this week’s Random Encounter, we’re back to business as usual! Not-E3 and the release of the Switch 2 hit us like a hammer. But now that things have finally settled down, it’s time to chat about some games! First up, Aleks gets a chance to talk up the long-awaited Chapters 3+4 of Toby Fox’s follo… Read More »

Ranking The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy’s Routes

Posted by Sean Cabot on June 29, 2025

When tactical RPG The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy was described by its directors Kazutaka Kodaka and Kotaro Uchikoshi as having one hundred different endings, I was skeptical. It’s the kind of hyperbolic claim that dares you to doubt it. Of course, one hundred endings later, I’m here to infor… Read More »

RPGs Coming This Week, 6/29/25

Posted by Audra Bowling on June 29, 2025

All is tranquil in this edition of RPGs Coming This Week. No fast-paced or turn-based combat on the horizon, just games that require a lot of reading — not unlike what you’re doing right now. But I promise this article will be a lot more brisk than your average visual novel, so let’s just get starte… Read More »

Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX

Posted by Zek Lu on June 28, 2025

Coming off the heels of two widely successful games, Kingdom Hearts II had a high bar to meet upon its release in 2005. More than meeting expectations, it was critically lauded and, like Kingdom Hearts before it, later received a definitive Final Mix re-release, which did not see Western gaming audi… Read More »

Deus Ex: Mankind Divided

Posted by Matt Wardell on June 26, 2025

In the not-so-far future of 2029 (okay, it’s slightly farther from Deus Ex: Mankind Divided’s 2016 release), the world is still reeling from the “Aug Incident” that struck two years earlier, as depicted in Deus Ex: Human Revolution (2011). Humans—or “naturals”—are disconcerted and distrustful of the… Read More »

Deus Ex: Human Revolution Director’s Cut

Posted by Patrick Gann on June 25, 2025

In 2011, Deus Ex: Human Revolution revitalized a franchise, garnering heavy praise yet alienating fans of the original who sought a faithful “immersive sim” follow-up. Two years later, Deus Ex: Human Revolution Director’s Cut launched to PC and all current consoles, including the series’ first foray… Read More »

Deus Ex: Invisible War

Posted by Pete Leavitt on June 24, 2025

The shining reputation the first Deus Ex enjoys is no accident. Director Warren Spector has stated that Ion Storm’s John Romero asked him to make the game of his dreams without budget restrictions and with a large marketing push. Under those circumstances, visions of grandeur seem inevitable. What i… Read More »

Deus Ex

Posted by Tom Naylor on June 23, 2025

[Editor’s Note: June 23rd, 2025 marks the 25th anniversary of the original Deus Ex. In honor of this, we have asked our review team to offer fresh looks at all four mainline games in the series. Be on the lookout for those later this week!] Twenty-five years ago today, we were given a glimpse into t… Read More »

Rhythm Encounter 160 – Foliage Ocean: The Second Story

Posted by Mike Salbato on June 23, 2025

It’s been nearly nine years since we published our first episode about RPG forest music, so it is high time we revisited the topic! Forest music comes in several varieties, from contemplative to mysterious, upbeat to foreboding, and many more. Today’s long-awaited episode covers RPG music with a rea… Read More »

RPGs Coming This Week, 6/22/25 [UPDATE]

Posted by Adem Yilmaz on June 22, 2025

In this edition of RPGs Coming This Week, we run the gamut from strategy RPGs to visual novels. This lineup feels like it offers something for everyone — even more than it usually does. I, for one, can’t wait to dive in. Let’s do this! Gales of Nayeli – June 23rd (Windows) Gales of Nayeli is a grid-… Read More »

Retro Encounter 462 – Deus Ex RetroSpective

Posted by Jonathan Logan on June 19, 2025

We always love to celebrate birthdays here at Retro Encounter, and one of our all-time favourite RPGs/immersive sims has a big one coming up! Deus Ex is turning 25 years old! In honour of this momentous occasion, we’ve assembled a panel of fans to chat about each entry in the series. Whether you’re… Read More »

RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army

Posted by Zek Lu on June 18, 2025

As someone who grew up with RPGs, I’ve long championed remasters of forgotten titles, especially now that most classic games are no longer accessible on modern platforms. Reviving lost titles has never been more important. Enter RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army, one of the best ex… Read More »

Digimon Story: Time Stranger Hands-On Impressions at Summer Game Fest 2025

Posted by Mario Garcia on June 18, 2025

I’ve heard great things about the Digimon Story series, but unfortunately, I haven’t had the chance to check these games out yet. Digimon Story: Time Stranger is making me want to rectify that, as I had a fantastic time with the title during Summer Game Fest. From developer Media.Vision and publishe… Read More »

Summer Game Fest 2025 Demo Round-Up: Petal Runner, Blighted, and More

Posted by Mario Garcia on June 17, 2025

Summer news season is in full swing, and I had the chance to get hands-on with some fantastic upcoming titles at Summer Game Fest! From an adorable, pixelated Game Boy Color throwback to a cozy mix of dungeon-crawling and shopkeeping, there was no shortage of creativity on display in this year’s lin… Read More »

Random Encounter 325 – Time for a Switch 2!

Posted by Jonathan Logan on June 16, 2025

On this week’s Random Encounter, we’ve finally recovered from Not-E3, so now it’s time to talk about the Switch 2! Nintendo’s long-awaited follow-up to the Switch has finally released and, surprise, it’s still the Switch! The Nintendo Switch 2 is burning up the sales charts and already consuming cou… Read More »

RPGs Coming This Week, 6/15/25

Posted by Audra Bowling on June 15, 2025

In this edition of RPGs Coming This Week, dating sims and devil summoners! Not in the same game, though, but I’m certain Persona enjoyers will appreciate what’s on here. I’m also certain there is at least one otome game out there that is the exact intersection of those two concepts. To round it all… Read More »

TOEM 2 Hands-On Impressions at Summer Game Fest 2025

Posted by Mario Garcia on June 14, 2025

Adorable environments, a neat black-and-white aesthetic, endearing characters, and some cozy photography are all par for the course in upcoming adventure title TOEM 2! From developers Something We Made and co-publishers popagenda, this sequel to 2021’s TOEM: A Photo Adventure is slated for release i… Read More »

Steam Next Fest RPG & Adventure Demos to Check Out This Weekend [UPDATED]

Posted by Mike Salbato on June 13, 2025

The latest Steam Next Fest kicked off last week, meaning this weekend (until June 16th at 10:00 am PT) is your last chance to check out many of the demos available during the event! But where did the week go? How do you decide what to spend the next 50-ish hours playing in case the demos vanish on M… Read More »

Magic: The Gathering x Final Fantasy at Summer Game Fest 2025

Posted by Mario Garcia on June 13, 2025

The highly anticipated Magic: The Gathering and Final Fantasy collaboration has been a lovely thing to witness. It’s brought some fantastic energy into both these franchises and absolutely oozes passion for the worlds within them. With that context, I was stoked to get the opportunity to speak with… Read More »

Lost RPG Navinosuke: The Yo-kai Buster Gets Switch Revival

Posted by Gio Castillo on June 12, 2025

Unreleased Game Boy Advance RPG Navinosuke: The Yo-kai Buster will finally see the light of day. It’s coming to Nintendo Switch in early 2026. The creature collector title is being rebuilt by Kohachi Studio, which employs former members of original Metal Slug developer Nazca. Multiple representative… Read More »

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