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Xbox Partner Preview Announced for March 26th, Includes In-Depth Look at Stranger Than Heaven
Microsoft announced an Xbox Partner Preview showcase for March 26th, focusing on third-party titles like Stranger Than Heaven, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, and S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl. The event will feature in-depth looks, new reveals, world premieres, and Game Pass announcements.
These are my 20 RPG freak pick must-plays for $10 or less in the Steam Spring Sale
This guide highlights over 20 role-playing games available for $10 or less during the Steam Spring Sale, focusing on less obvious but highly recommended titles. It includes games like Arx Fatalis, Deus Ex: Invisible War, and Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous, detailing their developers, release years, and unique selling points.
I've spent eight hours exploring the Steam Spring Sale with our Games Editor, and these are the 10 best games on…
This guide highlights the best deals from the Steam Spring Sale, featuring ten recommended games available at significant discounts. The list includes titles like Control Ultimate Edition, Silent Hill f, Fallout: New Vegas, and Chivalry 2, with a focus on value and quality for PC and Steam Deck players.
Shadow of the Road is a Final Fantasy Tactics-inspired RPG that dares to answer life's biggest question: what if there were robot scorpions in 19th century Japan?
Shadow of the Road is a new tactical RPG inspired by Final Fantasy Tactics, set in an alternate 19th-century Japan infused with steampunk elements. Developed by Another Angle Games and published by Owlcat Games, the game features turn-based combat with a diverse party and a unique setting that blends historical context with fantastical technology. A demo is available, showcasing the game's hand-crafted encounters and isometric perspective.
On Sale
Humble Bundle is offering a "RPG Masters" bundle featuring games from Beamdog and Owlcat Games, including Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous and Baldur's Gate 3. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to charity.
Shadow of the Road Reveals Ishida “The Boulder” in New Character Spotlight
Another Angle Games and Owlcat Games have revealed Ishida the Boulder, a frontline defender character for their upcoming tactical RPG, Shadow of the Road. The new trailer showcases Ishida's tanking abilities and personality, highlighting his role in combat against both human and supernatural foes. The game is set in a war-torn Feudal Japan blending historical inspiration with Japanese mythology and steampunk technology, featuring turn-based tactical combat and story-driven choices. A playable demo is available on PC via Steam.
The latest Humble Bundle packs 9 CRPGs, including some of the best to ever do it, for a little over $20
The latest Humble Bundle, titled 'RPG Masters', features nine CRPGs and three expansion packs for just over $20. The bundle includes classics like Baldur's Gate, Planescape: Torment, and Icewind Dale, alongside modern titles such as Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous and Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader. An outlier in the bundle is Mythforce, a first-person shooter roguelite developed by Beamdog.
The future of RPGs is isometric
The isometric role-playing game genre is experiencing a significant resurgence, driven by the success of titles like Baldur's Gate 3 and Disco Elysium. This trend sees developers embracing the classic top-down perspective, bridging the gap between modern AAA RPGs and older, more hardcore cRPGs, with new projects emerging across indie, AA, and even AAA studios.
As Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy gets an early gameplay look-in, Rogue Trader gets an infinitely brief DLC teaser
Owlcat Games has released a brief teaser for upcoming DLC titled 'The Infinite Museion' for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, focusing on investigating Trazyn the Infinite's vault. Additionally, early alpha gameplay footage for their other Warhammer 40,000 CRPG, Dark Heresy, was shown, offering a glimpse into combat mechanics. No release dates have been announced for either.
Owlcat just teased a new Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader DLC, and it's all about everyone's favorite relic-hoarding necron, Trazyn the Infinite
Owlcat Games has teased a new DLC for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader titled The Infinite Museion, which will feature the Necron character Trazyn the Infinite. The DLC will explore Trazyn's obsession with the Von Valancius dynasty and introduce a new companion with a unique combat style.
Galaxies Autumn 2025 Showcase: Teaser trailer, broadcast time, and more
The Galaxies Autumn Showcase will feature new announcements, world premieres, and updates on upcoming games. The event will be broadcast on October 23rd at 8 PM GMT on Twitch and YouTube, hosted by Jane Douglas. Expected reveals include a survival-crafting title from Unifiq, a new Dumb Ways to Die game, MOUSE: PI For Hire, and updates from Nacon, Team 17, and Blumhouse Games.
