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How To Save On Monster Hunter Stories PC Preorders Ahead Of Next Month's Launch

Monster Hunter Stories PC preorder deal offers discount with additional content. [ more ]

GameSpot

Get Rune Factory 3's Collector's Edition For Only $35 At Amazon

Rune Factory series combines life sim mechanics with deep RPG elements.

Rune Factory games on sale include special edition collectibles and standard editions at reduced prices. [ more ]

GameSpot

Preorder Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Ahead Of Its Switch Debut

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door remake launches on Nintendo Switch on May 23 with updated HD visuals and additional changes.

The iconic GameCube RPG is highly acclaimed as one of the best RPGs in Nintendo history, praised for its gameplay and characters. [ more ]

VG247

Darker than Final Fantasy, harder than Persona - there's never been a better time to get into Shin Megami Tensei than with SMT5: Vengeance

Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance aims to bring back the series' notorious difficulty. [ more ]

Kotaku

This Unreleased Capcom Game Lives On In The Caves Of Dragon's Dogma 2

Dragon's Dogma 2 is reminiscent of the long-awaited Deep Down game.

Dragon's Dogma 2 excites fans with its unique gameplay elements and narrative. [ more ]

VG247

After Dragon's Dogma 2, one thing is clear: it's time for a Dead Rising Reboot

Dragon's Dogma 2 is a unique RPG that stands out by ignoring modern trends in big-budget games since 2012.

Dragon's Dogma 2 and Dead Rising share an experimental mindset and a willingness to be obtuse and difficult in gameplay. [ more ]

Kotaku

Even More Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth And Dragon's Dogma 2 Tips

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is a complex RPG with crucial decision-making and min/maxing elements.

Dragon's Dogma 2 NPCs are affected by a mysterious plague, impacting gameplay significantly. [ more ]

GameSpot

Dragon's Dogma 2 Buying Guide: All Editions, Delivery Estimates, And More

Dragon's Dogma 2 offers a deep combat system and a sense of adventure.

Buyers should be aware of technical issues in the PC version, but discounts may be available. [ more ]

Kotaku

Dragon's Dogma 2's Newest Class Is Giving Medieval Darth Maul

Dragon's Dogma 2 launches on multiple platforms on March 22, offering new class options like the Mystic Spearhand.

The game expands on the original with a larger open world, new gameplay mechanics, and creative evolutions, such as the Mystic Spearhand class. [ more ]

Kotaku

Delisted Spy RPG From Fallout: New Vegas Devs Is Back And That's Great

Alpha Protocol, a cult classic RPG, is back on GOG.com with improvements like full controller support and original licensed music.

Despite its flaws, Alpha Protocol's return offers a chance to experience a unique spy-themed RPG set in a modern world. [ more ]

VG247

If the best Xbox exclusive of this generation comes to Nintendo Switch, everyone should be excited

The term 'pentimento' refers to a change an artist makes to their work as progress on the project continues, which is fitting for a game about history and questioning the recorded past.

The future of Pentiment as a Microsoft-only game is uncertain, and there is a possibility that it may be released on PlayStation and Nintendo consoles. [ more ]

VG247

One of my favourite RPGs of all time just turned 21 years old - and it's as good today as it was in 2003

Unique RPG battle system

Innovative soundtrack by Shoji Meguro

Mature story drawing from various philosophies [ more ]

Kotaku

Persona 3 Reload: The Kotaku Review

Persona 3 Reload is a remake of the 2006 RPG that enhances the original game

The remake maintains the iconic story while updating visuals, mechanics, and music [ more ]

VG247

Marvel's Midnight Suns is finally getting the attention it deserves

Marvel's Midnight Suns is gaining positive attention on social media after discounts and inclusion in the Humble Choice bundle.

The game is a blend of XCOM-style tactics, relationship simulation, and card battling, with a roster of Marvel characters. [ more ]

GameSpot

Granblue Fantasy: Relink Review - Smooth Sky Sailing

Granblue Fantasy: Relink is a return to the RPG roots of the Granblue Fantasy series but with some stumbles along the way.

The game features incredible aesthetic design, with beautiful 2D illustrations recreated in full 3D, vibrant battles, and a powerful orchestral soundtrack. [ more ]

GameSpot

Avowed Release Window Confirmed, And Lots Of New Footage Shown Off

Avowed, the latest RPG from Obsidian Entertainment, was featured during the Xbox Developer Direct and new gameplay was shown.

The game will not be a full open-world like Skyrim or Fallout, but will have multiple smaller zones like The Outer Worlds.

Avowed will have extensive combat options, moral decisions that shape the narrative, and an envoy protagonist exploring The Living Lands. [ more ]

Kotaku

Obsidian's Avowed Will Defy One Major RPG Trend

Avowed is a first-person RPG with lively combat and large, sprawling levels

Companions will be integral parts of the story but cannot be romanced [ more ]

VG247

Avowed lead says there's "choice and consequence" for how you build your character

Avowed, the upcoming RPG from Obsidian, doesn't have one perfect build according to gameplay director Gabe Paramo.

The game focuses on choice and consequence, allowing players to customize their character's loadout and abilities. [ more ]

Kotaku

New Obsidian RPG Avowed Shows Off Slick Movement, Reveals First Companions

Avowed is a choices-based RPG with an action-oriented approach to combat.

The game features a magical elemental system for combat and exploration. [ more ]

GameSpot

Avowed's Open-Zone Areas Are Similar To The Larger Side Of The Outer Worlds' Maps

Avowed will feature open-zone areas similar in size to The Outer Worlds.

Quests in Avowed will have discoverable and missable elements, with dialogue-based choices affecting outcomes. [ more ]

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Toucharcade

1 week ago

Ranking All of the SaGa Games on Mobile, Nintendo Switch, and Steam

SaGa series offers diverse and unconventional RPG experiences, which may not appeal to all players initially. [ more ]

The Verge

2 weeks ago

Atlus' new fantasy-meets-Persona RPG launches in October

ReFantazio, Atlus' new RPG project, combines action combat with tactical turn-based gameplay, remixing Persona-style combat in an intriguing way. [ more ]

Engadget

2 weeks ago

Metaphor: ReFantazio, a fantasy RPG from the Persona 5 team, comes out in October

Atlus announces RPG 'Metaphor: ReFantazio' release date on October 11 with turn-based combat system and time management element similar to Persona games. [ more ]

Toucharcade

3 weeks ago

Comedy RPG 'Athenian Rhapsody' From Solo Developer Nico Papalia and Top Hat Studios Hits Mobile, Consoles, and PC on May 14th

Athenian Rhapsody is a unique RPG game with a combination of elements from Earthbound, Undertale, Cooking Mama, and WarioWare. [ more ]

VG247

3 weeks ago

Looking for the next RPG to sink your teeth into? The Metaphor: ReFantazio development stream is a must-watch!

The upcoming Metaphor: ReFantasio development livestream will provide insight into the new RPG ATLAS game. [ more ]

Polygon

Unicorn Overlord just came out, but you can already save $20

Vanillaware's new game Unicorn Overlords offers a visually stunning, content-rich RPG experience, reminiscent of their previous title, 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim.

Unicorn Overlords is recommended for portable gameplay on Nintendo Switch or PS5 due to its engaging content that makes players want to explore continuously. [ more ]

Toucharcade

1 week ago

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Dark Fantasy Roguelike RPG 'Loop Hero' Is Now Available on Mobile Worldwide Through Playdigious

Loop Hero is now available on mobile platforms as a free-to-start release with a one-time unlock priced at $6.99. [ more ]

Polygon

The Outer Worlds: Spacer's Choice Edition is free on Epic for the next week

Spacer's Choice Edition of The Outer Worlds, including DLC, is free on Epic Games Store until April 11.

Game features graphical improvements, character customization, morally ambiguous choices, and engaging companions similar to other iconic RPG franchises. [ more ]

GameSpot

Granblue Fantasy: Relink Deluxe Edition Is 25% Off At Amazon

Physical copies of Granblue Fantasy: Relink, including the Deluxe edition, are discounted on Amazon after only a month of release.

The Deluxe edition includes the base game, artbook, soundtrack CD, postcard set, and DLC items for $76, down from $100. [ more ]

VG247

Sand Land: A perfect epitaph to Akira Toryiama, I wish I had a game like this when I was growing up - final preview

Sand Land RPG is a fitting tribute to Akira Toriyama's legacy.

The game combines elements of innocence, humor, and deep philosophical reflections. [ more ]

GameSpot

Larian CEO Says It's Not Wizards Of The Coast's Fault It's Not Making Baldur's Gate 4

Larian Studios will not create a Baldur's Gate 3 sequel nor DLC, stating the decision was best for the studio. Vincke praised Wizards of the Coast for their support.

Larian is looking forward to applying lessons from BG3 to new characters, indicating updates like more mod support and cinematics are still planned. [ more ]

Toucharcade

The Best Mobile Games of 2024 So Far - Caves of Lore, LUIOSAC, Adventure to Fate Lost Island, Warframe, Ex Astris, and More

Ex Astris is a premium RPG with a blend of semi-real-time and turn-based elements, though it has some areas that need improvement.

Adventure to Fate Lost Island is a polished RPG worth trying out, offering an engaging experience for its price point.

Yes, Your Grace, a kingdom management RPG, was ported to mobile and provides a satisfying gameplay experience on touchscreen devices. [ more ]

VG247

Baldur's Gate 3's director was once on board with doing a sequel, but now he's aiming for "a very big RPG that will rule them all"

Larian isn't developing DLC or Baldur's Gate 4, focusing on a new RPG

CEO Swen Vincke emphasizes creating 'a very big RPG that will rule them all' [ more ]

GameSpot

Baldur's Gate 3 Takes Home Another Game Of The Year Award

Baldur's Gate 3 dominates in Game of the Year awards

Larian Studios excels at the 24th Game Developers Choice Awards [ more ]

Toucharcade

'Adventure to Fate Lost Island' Review - Get Lost For Hours In This Great RPG

Adventure to Fate: Lost Island is a follow-up to the original game series after several years.

The game offers new quests, enemies, loot, and abilities while maintaining a traditional RPG experience without in-app purchases or ads. [ more ]

VG247

Dragon's Dogma 2 took five years to develop - but the ideas behind it have been 12 years in the making

Dragon's Dogma is no longer a cult hit, but a popular and well-selling series with a large fan base.

The original Dragon's Dogma has sold over 7 million copies, comparable to other successful Japanese RPG titles like Persona 5 and Final Fantasy games. [ more ]

VG247

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's own Aerith shares her take on gaming's longest running shipping war

The voice actor for Aerith in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth shared a pragmatic view on the love triangle debate between Cloud, Aerith, and Tifa.

White emphasized that in an RPG like Final Fantasy 7, players have the freedom to choose their preferred romantic interest for Cloud. [ more ]

Toucharcade

New 'SaGa Emerald Beyond' Gameplay Showcase Goes Over the Game's Combat and More Ahead of Its Launch Next Month

SaGa Emerald Beyond is the first new game in the series in nearly a decade.

The game features strategic combat system and will be released on multiple platforms on April 25th. [ more ]

Toucharcade

SwitchArcade Round-Up: 'Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection', Plus Other New Releases and Sales

Classic Star Wars Battlefront games collection released.

Dungeon Drafters offers grid-based dungeon crawling with card-based battle system. [ more ]

GameSpot

Sea Of Stars Is Getting A Co-Op Mode In The Future

Sea of Stars expanding with new co-op mode for three players.

Game maintains turn-based gameplay with co-op timed hits mechanic. [ more ]

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Vampire Survivors' Vinyl Soundtrack Vol. 1 Releasing Thursday on iam8bit

Vampire Survivors vinyl soundtrack released for $42.99 on iam8bit's storefront.

The music in the vinyl is by Daniele Zandara and Will Davies, shipping in a 2xLP set on blood splatter red vinyl. [ more ]

Toucharcade

TouchArcade Game of the Week: 'Adventure to Fate - Lost Island'

Adventure to Fate - Lost Island offers extensive customization options with 12 classes, 10 races, and 6 job types.

The game features randomized layouts and enemies for replayability, offering unlimited character slots and accessibility for the blind. [ more ]

Kotaku

Chrono Trigger Director Asks What Fans Would Want In A Remake

Fans eagerly anticipate a Chrono Trigger remake.

Yoshinori Kitase contemplates potential ways to revitalize Chrono Trigger. [ more ]

Kotaku

Kotaku Readers Pick The Best Final Fantasy For Newcomers

Fans debate best entry point for newcomers to the Final Fantasy series.

Various Final Fantasy games are considered as good starting points for newcomers. [ more ]

VG247

Octopath Traveler has been delisted from the Nintendo eShop, but you probably don't need to worry

Octopath Traveler temporarily delisted from Nintendo eShop, possibly due to publisher change.

Game accessible on other platforms like Steam and My Nintendo Store. [ more ]

Kotaku

Everything We Know About Metaphor: ReFantazio

Metaphor: ReFantazio is a dark medieval fantasy RPG with a blend of traditional fantasy tropes and modern aesthetics.

The development team of Metaphor: ReFantazio includes key Persona game veterans like Katsura Hashino, Shigenori Soejima, and Shoji Meguro as well as talent from other renowned projects. [ more ]

Kotaku

FF7 Rebirth Materia Basics And Recommended Loadouts

Materia in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is essential for gaining new powers, spells, and stat boosts.

There are five types of materia in Rebirth organized by color: Magic, Command, Complete, Summoning, and Support. [ more ]

Kotaku

Yuffie Is Better Than Ever In FF7 Rebirth

Yuffie is the best party member in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth due to her unique combat style.

Players can create a versatile party in Rebirth by utilizing different characters for various combat situations. [ more ]

Kotaku

16 Things To Know Before Starting Final Fantasy VII Rebirth

The open world activities start after meeting Chadley at Bill's Chocobo Ranch.

Synergy Skills and Abilities are crucial in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. [ more ]

Kotaku

Here's How Much Space You Need To Clear For Final Fantasy VII Rebirth

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is 145.7 gigabytes, roughly three times the size of an average 50 GB game.

Games these days typically install to the internal SSD to accommodate their large file sizes. [ more ]

Kotaku

Where And When To Watch The Big Pokemon Day Presentation

The Pokémon Day Presents showcase streams on February 27 at 9 a.m. ET/6 a.m. PT on the official Pokémon YouTube channel.

Expectations for the showcase include potential announcements for a new RPG game, with rumors suggesting a Pokémon Black and White remake for the Nintendo Switch. [ more ]

Toucharcade

Premium Mobile RPG 'Ex Astris' From 'Arknights' Developer Is Now Available on iOS and Android Worldwide

Ex Astris is a premium RPG with a blend of real-time and turn-based combat.

The game features cross-platform saves but requires purchasing on both platforms. [ more ]

GameSpot

Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth Is Already Discounted To $40

Infinite Wealth game on sale for $40, lowest price seen

Game praised for RPG systems, lovable characters [ more ]

GameSpot

Shin Megami Tensei 5: Vengeance Announced, Coming To More Than Just Switch

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance includes new storyline and content for multiple platforms.

Other games like Star Wars Battlefront: Classic Collection and Xbox titles announced during Nintendo Direct. [ more ]

Kotaku

Play This Short But Stylish Atlus RPG Before It Leaves Game Pass Next Week

Soul Hackers 2 offers a shorter gameplay experience compared to other Atlus RPGs, taking around 20-31 hours to complete the main story.

The game's cyberpunk world and characters, along with a unique gameplay concept, provide a refreshing experience for players. [ more ]

GameSpot

PlayStation Plus Extra And Premium Games For February Announced

Nine games are coming to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium in February.

The Outer Worlds: Spacer's Choice Edition and Tales of Arise are among the games being added to PS Plus Extra and Premium. [ more ]

Kotaku

Upcoming Game Delays Release To Avoid 'Busy' February

The Thaumaturge, a narrative-focused turn-based RPG, has been delayed until March to avoid a crowded release schedule in February.

The game's developers and publishers want to give the game more breathing room and ensure it receives the attention it deserves. [ more ]

Kotaku

How To Get Persona 3 Reload's True Ending

Persona 3 Reload is a long RPG with a branching path for its ending.

To get the true ending, players must spare Ryoji on New Year's Eve. [ more ]

VG247

Yes, Daggerfall Unity's creator is planning his own classic TES-style game, but don't expect to play it soon

Gavin Clayton, creator of Daggerfall Unity, plans to develop his own game in the style of the classic RPG

The game will have a big world, complex systems, and mod support similar to Daggerfall Unity [ more ]

Polygon

All 21 Persona games and spinoffs, ranked

Persona is a popular RPG subseries that has been around for over two decades.

The games have a calendar-based schedule, focusing on social outings and activities outside of school. [ more ]

Kotaku

Palworld, Persona 3 Reload, And More Of This Week's Best Tips

The end of January and first week of February saw the launch of highly anticipated RPGs.

The 'Pokémon With Guns' sensation has gained over 20 million players in just two weeks. [ more ]

Toucharcade

'Zenless Zone Zero' New Gameplay Trailer Showcased at State of Play, in Development for PS5 As Well as Mobile and PC

Zenless Zone Zero is an urban fantasy action RPG that is confirmed for release in 2024 on iOS, Android, and PC, and also for unannounced consoles.

A new gameplay trailer for Zenless Zone Zero was showcased during Sony's State of Play event, confirming its development for PS5.

The game is expected to make use of the PS5 DualSense controller haptics and adaptive triggers. [ more ]

Kotaku

Granblue Fantasy: Relink Has The Best Demo In Recent Memory

The Granblue Fantasy: Relink demo is a great way to try out the game and see if it's worth buying.

The demo offers different options: Tutorial, Story, and Quest, allowing players to experience different aspects of the game. [ more ]

VG247

Granblue Fantasy: Relink review

Granblue Fantasy: Relink is a fully-fledged, 3D, RPG take on the long-running mobile gacha game.

The game serves as an ad for the original mobile game, making it difficult to review as a standalone experience. [ more ]

Toucharcade

Premium Mobile RPG 'Ex Astris' From 'Arknights' Developer Launches on February 27th With Pre-Orders Now Live

Ex Astris, a premium RPG by developer Hypergryph, is finally getting a global release date.

The game features cross-platform saves with an in-game account, but players need to purchase it on both platforms. [ more ]

Kotaku

Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth: The Kotaku Review

Yakuza: Infinite Wealth is a direct sequel to Yakuza: Like a Dragon, featuring turn-based combat and RPG elements.

The game provides a satisfying and intriguing tale of mystery and organized crime in a digestible RPG format. [ more ]

GameSpot

How To Get Dr. Ratio For Free In Honkai: Star Rail

HoYoverse is offering a limited-time event five-star character, Dr. Ratio, for free in the game Honkai: Star Rail.

Players can claim Dr. Ratio for free by accessing the mail feature in the game and clicking on the starred mail titled 'Subscription Reply from Dr. Ratio.' [ more ]

Kotaku

Everything You Need To Know About Final Fantasy VII, Before Rebirth

The original Final Fantasy VII game was released in 1997 and is considered one of the most influential games of all time.

There are several prequels, sequels, and spin-offs in the Final Fantasy VII universe, collectively known as the Compilation of Final Fantasy VII. [ more ]

Ars Technica

5 months ago

Review: Switch's Super Mario RPG remake updates one of the SNES's weird gems

Super Mario RPG: The Legend of the Seven Stars was a beloved game developed by Square and Nintendo for the Super Nintendo.

The game combined a unique battle system and an RPG-style story structure with the familiarity of the Mario series.

Nintendo and Square had a messy breakup after the release of Mario RPG, and Square shifted its attention to Sony's PlayStation consoles. [ more ]

Polygon

8 months ago