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Random Encounter 239 – RPGFans in Wonderland

Posted by Jonathan Logan on April 4, 2022

On this episode of Random Encounter, it’s tabletop RPGs, farms, and Zelda-likes. Oh my! Neal returns to Random to talk about the recent Borderlands spinoff, Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands, Brian shares his thoughts about how Rune Factory 5 has advanced the series, and Greg returns to chat about Arietta of… Read More »

Rhythm Encounter 81 – April Fool’s Karaoke Day!

Posted by Jonathan Logan on April 1, 2022

Do you miss the days when you and your friends would be sitting around, bored out of your minds on a Friday night, until someone randomly said “Hey! Let’s go to karaoke!” Well, you’re in luck cause the crew at RPGFan is inviting you on an RPG karaoke night you’ll never forget! To celebrate April Foo… Read More »

Retro Encounter 330 – Salt and Sanctuary

Posted by Michael Sollosi on March 31, 2022

Three hosts enter. One leaves satisfied, one leaves salty, and the third… is still on the island. For Retro Encounter’s third and final game of Metroidvania Month, three panelists took on Ska Studios’ Salt & Sanctuary, a 2016 action RPG inspired heavily by both Metroidvania games and From Softwa… Read More »

Rhythm Encounter 80 – Final Fantasy: Remastered Pixels

Posted by Mike Salbato on March 28, 2022

Once we heard some of the music in the Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster titles, we knew they would warrant their own episode. With Final Fantasy VI finally releasing last month, we we able to listen to the updated soundtracks to all six games, and each one is a delight. In today’s episode of Rhythm Enco… Read More »

Retro Encounter 329 – RPG Adaptations III

Posted by Michael Sollosi on March 26, 2022

Of warrior mice and podcast men. Adaptations! In advance of an RPGFan feature later this month, three Retro Encounter panelists talk about their favorite stories and IP from outside the realm of video game RPGs, and how they each could be adapted into RPGs. 1980s novels aimed at young adults, 2000s… Read More »

Random Encounter 238 – Project Chaotic Chaos

Posted by Jonathan Logan on March 21, 2022

On this episode of Random Encounter, it’s pure chaos as the panel walks Jono through their thoughts on some of the latest RPGs! Making their first appearance on the show, Izzy is here to break down the “story of an angry man” that is Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin. Then Niki shares… Read More »

Retro Encounter 328 – Super Metroid

Posted by Mike Salbato on March 17, 2022

A couple weeks ago, we kicked off Metroidvania March with an episode on Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow. Today we turn our attention to what is, in many ways, the true origin of this sub-genre of adventure games, and the first half of its name before “-vania” would be added in subsequent years: Super Me… Read More »

Rhythm Encounter 79 – A Toast to Tanioka

Posted by Mike Salbato on March 14, 2022

Maybe you know Kumi Tanioka as a composer, arranger, or pianist, or maybe you don’t know her at all! But considering her immense contributions to Final Fantasy XI and the Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles series over the years, you may have heard her work, regardless. Today our small panel convenes t… Read More »

Retro Encounter 327 – Pokémon Fantasy Draft

Posted by Michael Sollosi on March 11, 2022

Jay Bilas is on hand to break down Flying-type wingspans. It’s time to d-d-d-d-draft! Several RPGFan staff are enjoying Pokemon Legends: Arceus in the early days of 2022, so four Retro Encounter panelists are celebrating good times by drafting teams of their favorite monsters and trainers from the P… Read More »

Random Encounter 237 – First Fantasies II/IV

Posted by Jonathan Logan on March 7, 2022

On this episode of Random Encounter, the panel looks back to the golden age of RPGs with the Pixel Remasters of Final Fantasy IV, V, and VI! We tackled the first three entries in the Pixel Remaster series (I, II, and III) back in Episode 221, but it’s time to move to a new generation of console, the… Read More »

Retro Encounter 326 – Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow

Posted by Michael Sollosi on March 3, 2022

First of all / I’m the soloist / The soul controller Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow was a highlight of the run of handheld Castlevania games of the 2000s, starring the soul-collecting teenager Soma Cruz. Four panelists with varying levels of Castlevania experience played or replayed Aria of Sorrow for… Read More »

Random Encounter 236 – Fromergency Elden Ring Episode

Posted by Jonathan Logan on February 28, 2022

On this emergency bonus episode of Random Encounter, we’re taking over Rhythm Encounter’s usual timeslot to talk about a game that has every RPG fan buzzing: Elden Ring! (Rhythm Encounter will return in two weeks on its regular schedule.) The latest Souls-like masterpiece from the wizards at FromSof… Read More »

Retro Encounter 325 – Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Part II

Posted by Michael Sollosi on February 25, 2022

In which we all followed the Light, and read spoilers on the Dark Three Retro Encounter panelists finished runs of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic this month, and discover the truth of the Star Forge, the Sith Academy, and Darth Revan. Droids guarding riddles, Sith guarding crystals, and one… Read More »

Random Encounter 235 – A Whole New (Open) World

Posted by Jonathan Logan on February 21, 2022

On this episode of Random Encounter, we’re talking about two games that take place in very different types of open worlds! First up, Caitlin walks us through the expansive open world of Horizon Forbidden West, the sequel to Horizon Zero Dawn. Improving on the original in almost every way,… Read More »

Retro Encounter 324 – Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Part I

Posted by Michael Sollosi on February 17, 2022

A few decades ago, in a BioWare far, far away… Way back in 2003, Knights of the Old Republic was a standout RPG for the original Xbox that helped raise the public profile of BioWare, a sizeable Canadian developer of western-style RPGs. And less than a year before KOTOR is slated for a huge remake,… Read More »

Rhythm Encounter 78 – The Power of Feelings, Baby

Posted by Mike Salbato on February 14, 2022

Ah, Valentine’s Day. That day when a little cherub works as hard as Santa Claus, flying around the world and launching volleys of heart-tipped arrows into the buttocks of potential lovers. That’s how it works, right? In this episode, our panel brings eight tracks to represent several forms of love a… Read More »

Retro Encounter 323 – The Dark Pictures Anthology: Little Hope

Posted by Michael Sollosi on February 11, 2022

Abandon some hope, ye who play this game In a semi-sequel to Retro Encounter’s 2019 attempt to play the horror adventure sensation Until Dawn, the same two panelists reconvene with the 2020 Dark Pictures Anthology title, Little Hope. 17th-century witch trials, building character traits, and navigati… Read More »

Random Encounter 234 – Gotta Catch ‘Em All (Or They’ll Eat You)

Posted by Jonathan Logan on February 7, 2022

On this episode of Random Encounter, it’s time to pull out our pencil-and-paper Pokédex because we’re going back to when Pokémon ruled the Earth! Pokémon Legends: Arceus is the latest entry in the long-running Pocket Monsters series, and just about everyone is talking about how it could revitalize f… Read More »

Retro Encounter 322 – Skies of Arcadia Part II

Posted by Alana Hagues on February 5, 2022

Skies of Arcadia has big ambitions in the second half of the game, and the Retro crew are finally allowed to sail beyond the sunset! With a new ship, their own secret base, and their very own crew to hand, these four foolhardy sailors discuss their favourite discoveries, crew members, and superbosse… Read More »

Rhythm Encounter 77 – Music of the Year 2021

Posted by Mike Salbato on January 31, 2022

Over on Random Encounter & Retro Encounter, we’ve talked about our favorite games of 2021, and now it’s time to discuss our favorite music! Four panelists come together with an extra-large playlist today, covering a wide range of music released throughout the year. Yes, Final Fantasy XIV: Endwal… Read More »

Retro Encounter 321 – Skies of Arcadia Part I

Posted by Alana Hagues on January 28, 2022

Once dubbed the official Retro Encounter game, 2000’s Dreamcast classic Skies of Arcadia finally sails on to the show. It’s a fickle ship to get your hands on, but luckily, four Retro Encounter regulars are onboard to discuss this RPG all about optimism, friendship, exploration, and adorable space b… Read More »

Random Encounter 233 – The Best RPGs (and More) of 2021!

Posted by Jonathan Logan on January 24, 2022

On this episode of Random Encounter, it’s time to look at some of the best games of the previous year! RPGFan has released our annual Games of the Year feature, and this week, we’re taking a deep dive. Join Jono, Alana, Brian, and Wes as they dig into the various categories, pick out their personal… Read More »

Retro Encounter 320 – This Episode Is Not About RPGs, Again

Posted by Michael Sollosi on January 20, 2022

RPGFans? Not today, we’re not! Here at RPGFan, we write and talk about RPGs almost nonstop, but that’s not all of who we are as fans of video games. Today, five RPGFan staff discuss ten of their favorite video games or series that aren’t quite RPG enough for RPGFan, in a self-indulgent sequel… Read More »

Rhythm Encounter 76 – Smashing Tunes

Posted by Mike Salbato on January 17, 2022

Whether or not you play Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, you may know that Nintendo’s latest entry in its fighter series features more than a few characters from RPGs: 31 of its 82 characters are from our beloved genre, and that number grows if you want to bend the rules and include Mario characters beca… Read More »

Retro Encounter 319 – Top Ten PS2 RPGs

Posted by Michael Sollosi on January 13, 2022

What will be the Final Fantastic game among our Personal picks? It’s a new year, and Retro Encounter rings in 2022 with a bang, counting down a ranked list of fourteen PlayStation 2 RPGs, compiled from the panelists’ own preferences, to eventually crown an official Retro Encounter Best PlaySta… Read More »

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