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Why Autosave Games Are the Only Games Parents Play | TAG
This article argues that autosave functionality is the most crucial feature for parents playing video games, especially in 2026. It highlights games like Slay the Spire 2, Balatro, and Cyberpunk 2077 for their robust autosave systems, while cautioning against titles with infrequent or manual save points, which can lead to significant progress loss due to unpredictable interruptions.
BG3 Act 2 Restart Guide for Returning Players | TAG
This guide provides a framework for Baldur's Gate 3 players returning to the game after a long break, focusing on resuming progress in Act 2 without restarting. It emphasizes using the game's built-in recap tools, respecing party members, and assessing player engagement with romances and choices before committing to continue or restart. The guide also offers advice on common recovery situations and when an actual Act 1 restart might be necessary.
8 Games Worth Returning To in 2026 (Plot Optional) | TAG
This guide highlights eight games suitable for players returning after a long break, focusing on titles with minimal plot baggage or robust in-game recap features. Games like Hades II, Slay the Spire 2, and Minecraft are recommended for their roguelike or sandbox nature, while Baldur's Gate 3 and Cyberpunk 2077 offer strong journal and codex systems for resuming RPGs. Elden Ring: Nightreign and Stardew Valley are also included for their forgiving mechanics and clear progression.
How to Restart a Game You Haven't Played in Months | TAG
This guide provides a framework for adult gamers to re-engage with games they haven't played in months without restarting. It outlines a four-step process: auditing your save file, recapping the story in 15 minutes, playing a 30-minute test session, and then deciding whether to continue, restart, or abandon the game. Specific advice is offered for titles like Baldur's Gate 3, Elden Ring, Helldivers 2, and Cyberpunk 2077.
Baldur's Gate 3 lead Swen Vincke "is an unstoppable machine" who "will have engines re-written to make sure that the quality is there," says Fallout: New Vegas dev
Former Obsidian senior designer Chris Avellone praised Larian Studios founder Swen Vincke's commitment to quality in game development, citing his leadership on Baldur's Gate 3. Avellone, who worked with Vincke on Divinity: Original Sin 2, described Vincke as an "unstoppable machine" dedicated to ensuring high standards.
Owlcat Games’ Romance Writing Problem: All Three Female Love Interests Are Cannibals
Owlcat Games, known for RPGs like Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous, has acknowledged an unusual pattern in their character writing: all three of their current female romance options are cannibals. This oversight highlights challenges in character diversity and the potential for unconscious repetition in game development. The studio is praised for its transparency in admitting the mistake, which serves as a case study for better character creation oversight and systematic review processes in the industry.
The 10 best story-driven RPGs as decided by a lifelong fan who lives for great storytelling
This article ranks the 10 best story-driven RPGs, highlighting games celebrated for their compelling narratives and player choice. The list includes titles like Disco Elysium, Undertale, and Mass Effect Legendary Edition, with a focus on immersive storytelling and character development.
10 Best Western RPGs to play in 2026
This article ranks the 10 best Western RPGs available to play, focusing on games developed in Europe or America that emphasize deep character customization and player-driven narratives. The list includes titles like Baldur's Gate 3, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, and Disco Elysium: The Final Cut, highlighting their unique gameplay mechanics and storytelling.
After over 1,000 hours in Baldur's Gate 3, I'm scared to hear Larian say Divinity might be an even bigger RPG: "There is no limitation anymore on how big an act can be"
Larian Studios' technical director Bert van Semmertier revealed that their in-house Divinity Engine has been upgraded for the upcoming Divinity RPG, removing limitations on act size that affected Baldur's Gate 3. This change allows for potentially larger and more expansive game worlds, a prospect that excites players who have invested heavily in Baldur's Gate 3.
BAFTA: Clair Obscur och Dispatch vinner lika många priser
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch were the biggest winners at the BAFTA Games Awards 2025, each taking home three awards. Clair Obscur was named Game of the Year, also winning for best debut and best lead performance for Jennifer English. Dispatch received awards for best animation, sound, and supporting performance for Jeffrey Wright. Arc Raiders was recognized for its multiplayer component.
10 Best turn-based RPGs to play in 2026
This list highlights 10 of the best turn-based RPGs to play in 2026, featuring a mix of indie gems, JRPG classics, and modern masterpieces. The ranking includes titles like Baldur's Gate 3, Persona 5 Royal, and the upcoming Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, covering various platforms such as PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.
Games Radar ranks the best RPGs with romance options
Games Radar has published a list ranking the best role-playing games that feature romance options. The list includes titles such as Dragon Age Inquisition, Mass Effect Legendary Edition, and Baldur's Gate 3, highlighting how these relationships can deepen player connection to the game's narrative and world.
I've ranked the best RPGs with romance options, from Fire Emblem to Mass Effect
This ranking highlights the 10 best RPGs featuring romance options, emphasizing games where these relationships deepen the narrative and world. Titles like Dragon Age: Inquisition, Mass Effect Legendary Edition, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt are praised for their well-integrated romantic storylines and companion bonds.
10 RPGs Under 30 Hours That Tell a Complete Story | TAG
This article argues that shorter Role-Playing Games can be more memorable and accessible than longer ones, especially for busy adults. It highlights ten RPGs that offer complete stories in under 30 hours, including Disco Elysium, Citizen Sleeper, and Pentiment, discussing their unique strengths and completion times.
Baldur's Gate 3 was canceled at Obsidian "because of an accounting error" – "Very suspicious on Interplay's part," says former dev
Obsidian Entertainment's planned Baldur's Gate 3 was canceled around 2008 due to an alleged accounting error by publisher Interplay Entertainment, according to former developer Chris Avellone. Avellone expressed suspicion about the cancellation, noting that the team was then moved to the unreleased Fallout 3 project, Van Buren. The article also briefly mentions Larian Studios' successful Baldur's Gate 3.
After the death of Dragon Age, it's a megaton bummer to go back and hear BioWare's founders talk about the…
This article revisits a 2009 interview with BioWare co-founders Ray Muzyka and Greg Zeschuk regarding Dragon Age: Origins. The founders expressed optimism about the franchise's future and BioWare's creative direction, unaware of the studio's later struggles and their own departures. The piece contrasts the studio's past successes with its more recent challenges.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 follows Baldur's Gate 3 to become the second game ever to win all five major GOTY…
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has achieved a rare feat by winning all five major Game of the Year awards, including the BAFTA for Best Game. This makes it the second game ever, after Baldur's Gate 3, to accomplish this sweep. The title from Sandfall Interactive also won awards for Best Debut Game and Best Performer.
I guess I shouldn't be surprised that 43% of you care the most about a game's world when it comes to RPGs
A poll reveals that 43% of RPG players prioritize exploring a game's world above all else. Story and impactful choices followed closely, while combat, characters, and side quests were also significant factors for many. Music was the least prioritized element among respondents.
The voices of Astarion and Lae’zel Are reuniting for an official D&D show called Dungeon Masters
Baldur's Gate 3 voice actors Neil Newbon and Devora Wilde are starring in Wizards of the Coast's new official Dungeons & Dragons actual play series, Dungeon Masters. The show, launching April 22 on YouTube, will feature unreleased D&D content and aims to replicate the excitement of live D&D sessions.
Wizards of the Coast's official D&D actual-play series will feature Neil Newbon and Devora Wilde from…
Wizards of the Coast is launching a new official Dungeons & Dragons actual-play series titled Dungeon Masters, featuring actors Neil Newbon and Devora Wilde from Baldur's Gate 3. This anthology series will tie directly into upcoming D&D releases, starting with a gothic-horror campaign set in Ravenloft. Each episode will include a free play-along pack with encounters and monster stats.
