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Over Requiemz
The mystical land of Oz has captured the imagination of many and is heralded as one of the earliest portal fantasy series ever penned. Over Requiemz is a decidedly different take on the tale, blending familiar concepts and ideas within a darker fantasy setting to create a choice-heavy VN otome narra… Read More »- Article
- Early Access
Entropy Early Access Review
After playing the Steam Next Fest demo for Entropy back in June, the dark fantasy RPG from Dread Delusion developer Lovely Hellplace shot up in my most anticipated list. Between the gothic, grimy, low-poly PlayStation-inspired visuals and the bizarre, off-kilter atmosphere of the Gloaming Isles, I w… Read More »- Article
- News
RPGs Coming This Week, August 16–22, 2026 – Darkness, Death, and Maybe the Tin Man
A bizarre-looking RPG, a reboot of a legendary visual novel, a Souls-like and a Hades-like walk into a bar, and… find themselves in the land of Oz? Look, this week’s games wouldn’t be frequenting the same bars, but that’s okay. The games in this edition of RPGs Coming This Week cover a lot of genr… Read More »- Article
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Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter Brings Intrigue, Battle, & More in New Promotional Trailer
Falcom and GungHo Online Entertainment have released a new trailer to promote Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter, their upcoming RPG remake. The footage showcases a stylish sizzle reel of what players can expect from Estelle and Joshua Bright’s continuing journey, highlighting cinematic battles, geopolit… Read More »- Article
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Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault Launches September 2nd for Consoles and PC
11 bit studios and developer Digital Sun have announced that their shopkeeping RPG sequel Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault will launch its 1.0 version on September 2nd for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch 2, and Windows via Steam. The game launched into Steam Early Access last Octobe… Read More »- Review
Signy & Mino: Against All Gods
Signy & Mino: Against All Gods is a turn-based RPG by AN Productions- the studio behind the Soda Dungeon mobile games. Signy is a girl who lost her parents in a tragic fire when she was a child. Mino is a dog who found Signy when he was a lost puppy and sensed that she needed him as much as he n… Read More »- Article
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Disney To Livestream “Deep Dive into Kingdom Hearts” Retrospective Panel on August 15th
Disney has announced that a retrospective panel for the Kingdom Hearts series will be hosted at D23 today, August 15th, their biennial fan convention. Titled “A Deep Dive into Kingdom Hearts,” the panel will also be livestreamed at 4:30 PM PT/7:30 PM ET via the series’ official YouTube channel. Nota… Read More »- Review
Pokémon Pokopia DLC Part 1: Bubbly Basin
When Pokémon Pokopia was released earlier this year, I was blown away. Omega Force and Game Freak crafted an undeniably wholesome and engaging life simulation game that puts Nintendo’s own Animal Crossing to shame, combining the freeform building and quest-based exploration of Dragon Quest Builders… Read More »- Review
Steins;Gate Re:Boot
I have two distinct perspectives when it comes to remakes and remasters. Firstly, as someone who cares about video game history and preservation, I think it is important to grant access to the original titles. Simultaneously, I believe that it is important to widen access as much as possible and, wh… Read More »- Article
- Retro Encounter
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Retro Encounter 492 – The Best and Worst Kids in RPGs
Being off Retro Encounter makes Cuno sad! This week on Retro Encounter, our host returns to talk about a topic near and dear to him: the best and worst kids in RPGs. We know know children are usually the worst in media, so what does a good one look like? How many of them are secretly much older? Whi… Read More »Feature
Crowdfunding Chronicles: Robot Rhapsody
From the developers of Beloved Rapture comes Robot Rhapsody, a ’90s style JRPG inspired by sci-fi favorites like Neon Genesis Evangelion, Final Fantasy VII, and of course Xenogears, with an all-too timely story about resistance against powerful tech corporations.- Article
- Preview
It’s Over, Star Wars Games. Zero Company Has The High Ground! Star Wars Zero Company Preview
When it comes to the Star Wars franchise, there exists a weird split, as many franchises have. For every good movie, there seem to be two or three bad ones; for every great show, two or three stinkers show up. The Star Wars games are no exception to this rule. In fact, they probably follow this rule… Read More »- Article
Travelling At Night Impressions
Travelling At Night exists in an era where the Disco-like is becoming pervasive. Heck, I’ve commented upon as much myself, and my fellow colleagues at RPGFan have enjoyed their fair share, many featuring a metaphysical (and often literal) thread back to the glum, glorious shores of Revachol. Recentl… Read More »- Article
- Random Encounter
- Podcast
Random Encounter 353 – Under the Gothic Sea
On this episode of Random Encounter, we’re taking a figurative deep dive into some DLC and a remake of a classic game! First, Ben is following up on his glowing Pokémon Pokopia review with a look at the game’s new DLC, Bubbly Basin. Just like in the base game, you play as a Ditto rebuilding society,… Read More »- Article
- News
RPGs Coming This Week, August 9–15, 2026 – Bound
This time on RPGs Coming This Week, we have cards, we have romance, we have both shiny, polished visuals and rough, grungy visuals, and even some uh, insurance adjusters? We certainly can’t say we’re lacking for variety this week, and all of this week’s titles are joined by yet another big release l… Read More »- Review
Shadowrun Trilogy
At the crossroads between cyberpunk and fantasy exists Shadowrun. Originally a tabletop RPG from 1989 (currently on its sixth edition, as of 2019), it’s now a franchise sporting multiple campaigns, novels, and video games. The first of which was Shadowrun for the SNES in 1993, a moderately well-rece… Read More »- Review
Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch
Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch fills a gap in the strategy RPG landscape that somehow has not been done as competently, yet simply, to date. Sprinkle in some roguelite design that rewards losing, outstanding voice acting, and a short yet engrossing tale, and you have yourself a hidden gem. Release… Read More »- Review
Lunarium
Ave, a young knight in training, hails from the peacefully idyllic Starfall Village. Peaceful, that is, until she finds it threatened by logic-defying, nightmarish creatures. While attempting to protect her home, she’s defeated by one such monster only to be brought back from the brink by Lune, a my… Read More »- Article
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Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Direct Reveals Fresh Ideas and a Unique Narrative
Nintendo finally gave Fire Emblem fans a deep-dive into the narrative, mechanics, and structure of the newest entry in the long-running strategy RPG franchise, Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave. The Direct presentation contains over 20 minutes of details on the title: The Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Dir… Read More »- Article
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Switch 2 Edition Impressions – A Worthwhile Upgrade
I read a bit about the Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Switch 2 upgrade before purchasing it, and reviews are mixed. Still, there were enough positives that I decided to take the plunge. Boy am I glad I did. To my eyes, Xenoblade Chronicles 2 looks so much better, both docked and handheld, that it… Read More »- Article
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Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Showcases New Content, Outifts & More In Overview Trailer
Nintendo and developer Monolith Soft have released a new overview trailer for Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. It showcases what players can expect from this new edition, ranging from substantial performance upgrades to exclusive new content. Check it out below! Xenoblade Chronicle… Read More »- Article
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Thimbleweed Park 2 Brings Mystery, Murder, & Adventure to PC, Mac, & Linux in Early 2028
Terrible Toybox have revealed Thimbleweed Park 2, a sequel to 2017’s X-Files-inspired adventure game. It will release in early 2028 for PC, macOS, and Linux via GOG.com and Steam. Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series, and PlayStation versions have also been confirmed. The announcement dovetailed with a pair… Read More »- Review
Beast of Reincarnation
I look up. I see a high ledge calling to my RPG instincts; surely, there’s a good item up there. First I leap up to a lower ledge, then I use my hair to make a bridge across to another platform. From there I make a leap of faith, barely making it one ledge higher, where I use my hookshot to move eve… Read More »- Review
Gothic 1 Remake
Before I get into any nitty-gritty of Gothic 1 Remake, I want to preface and say I am an anti-remake person by nature. One of my biggest gripes with gamers, gaming press, and the discourse around video games over the last few years is the notion that a game can be “outdated,” that video games have b… Read More »- Article
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RPGs Coming This Week, August 2–8, 2026 – Ugly Monsters, Cute Monsters, Crops, and More
This week we have two extremes related to developer Game Freak, with their new AAA action RPG (ironically not launching on a Nintendo platform), plus Nintendo & Koei Tecmo bring a new dimension to this year’s hit Pokémon building game. But we also have a trio of great indie titles, with two bran… Read More »- Article
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Pokémon Pokopia Bubbly Basin Expansion Pass Content & Free Update Coming August 5th
Nintendo and co-developers Game Freak and Omega Force have announced that Pokémon Pokopia will receive the first part of its Expansion Pass on August 5th for Nintendo Switch 2. Titled Bubbly Basin, the new content expands the world of Pokopia by introducing underwater exploration for Ditto, alo… Read More »Music Review
Blue Reflection Official Soundtrack
Blue Reflection is a game I really enjoy; certain elements of it I’d say are even best-in-class of the genre. It is definitely a game of two halves, though, with other elements really letting the game down. On the positive side, you have the beautiful, nostalgic, summery yet minimal aesthetic of the… Read More »- Article
- Retro Encounter
- Podcast
Retro Encounter 491 – The Legend of Zelda Tier List Part II
Your tier list met with a terrible fate, hasn’t it? This week brings Part II of Retro Encounter’s legendaryThe Legend of Zelda tier list. There are still 11 more entries to cover and the final ranking to decide. How do less popular entries like Spirit Tracks stack up against classics like A Link to… Read More »- Review
The Relic: First Guardian
When a code for The Relic: First Guardian came across my desk, I was eager to snatch it up. Generic title aside, the game promised “fresh takes on [action RPG] combat” and a gritty spin on Korean folklore wrapped in a somewhat Souls-like bundle. I had hope in Korean devs Project Cloud Games and thei… Read More »- Review
Verho – Curse of Faces
While FromSoftware fans like me are rabid for more Souls-likes new and old, it seems they have shifted away from the first-person action RPG King’s Field series that acted as a spiritual predecessor to Demon’s Souls. Enter indie dev Kasur Games with Verho – Curse of Faces. Rarely do I see such open… Read More »- Article
- Random Encounter
- Podcast
Random Encounter 352 – Legally Distinct Princess of Twilight
On this episode of Random Encounter, we poke Nintendo’s lawyers with a stick. They don’t notice. First up, we are exploring the latest entry in a long-running series of RPG-esque board games, Culdcept Begins! This soft reboot of the Culdcept series features a new graphical style and streamlined game… Read More »- Article
- News
RPGs Coming This Week, July 26–August 1, 2026 – Everyone is Here!
Sometimes you wonder how so many releases happen on the same day. In this edition of RPGs Coming This Week, our special day is Thursday, July 30th, wherein most of our 11 (or 14, technically) games launch. Is it just the end of the quarter for a lot of publishers? Maybe even some end of fiscal year… Read More »- Feature
Game Music Festival: Persona Grooves
If you read our recent review of the Hitoshi Sakimoto concert, you know what a great time RPGFan had at that event. It was organised by the marvelous Game Music Foundation, a Polish group of game music enthusiasts who work tirelessly to bring their passion to an international audience. The Persona G… Read More »- Review
Celestial Return
Much like its vibrant, cyber-grafted cast, Celestial Return stitches together a disparate collage of cyberpunk influences. The game bleeds the gritty attitude of Cyberpunk and Shadowrun through its dialogue and worldbuilding, echoes the internalized psychology and abstract art of Disco Elysium, and… Read More »Music Review
Nintendo Switch Pokémon Legends: Z-A + Mega Dimension Super Music Complete
The timing of Pokémon music releases can be strange. Sometimes we wait years before Nintendo and The Pokémon Company release a full OST. But with Pokémon Legends: Z-A, the turnover was relatively quick! Nintendo Switch Pokémon Legends: Z-A + Mega Dimension Super Music Complete is a 5 CD set that rea… Read More »- Review
Disgaea Mayhem
In my review of Disgaea 7 last year, I concluded that the series was long overdue for a shakeup. Disgaea 7 addressed many fan demands after the disastrous Disgaea 6, yet in doing so revealed just how stale the series formula had become. After hitting peak mechanical refinement in Disgaea 5, the seri… Read More »- Review
Dusklight (The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess)
It’s been almost 20 years since The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess, still the last traditional 3D Zelda to grace our Nintendos, first arrived in its edgy “T for Teen” glory. While the game has already gotten a proper remaster treatment in 2016 with Twilight Princess HD, it remains solely accessi… Read More »- Article
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RPGs Coming This Week, July 19–25, 2026 – Deep Reading, Disgaea, and Donuts
When prepping today’s RPGs Coming This Week, we kept finding more games whose releases snuck up on us. Originally I was going to talk hopefully about Disgaea’s new action RPG spin-off and a new platform to experience Tidus’ laugh, but by the time we finalized our list, we have a narrative-heavy game… Read More »- Review
Utawarerumono: Past and Present Rediscovered
Over two decades have passed since the humble (and somewhat dubious) beginnings of the Utawarerumono series as an adult visual novel/tactics RPG hybrid, and exactly twenty years since the subsequent console-friendly rehabilitation it received with its PlayStation 2 release. From here, the series evo… Read More »- Article
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