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The JRPG Players Guide to Handheld Game Consoles, Part 1: The New Toys
This guide explores handheld gaming options for JRPG players, focusing on modern devices like the Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch, as well as budget-friendly retro handhelds from companies like Retroid and Anbernic. It discusses how to choose a device based on desired games, portability needs, and budget, highlighting specific JRPGs that perform well on different platforms.
Japanese gamers vote on most influential game and series, favorite character, favorite developer, more
Famitsu magazine's 40th-anniversary survey of over 5,000 Japanese gamers revealed Nintendo as the favorite developer and Mario as the favorite character. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild was highly recommended, while Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest series dominated influence and sequel requests. Masahiro Sakurai was named favorite creator.
Capcom Wants to Nurture Old IP Like Devil May Cry, Ace Attorney With “Sequels, Remakes, Ports”
Capcom plans to "nurture" classic intellectual properties like Devil May Cry and Ace Attorney through sequels, remakes, and ports. The company aims to expand its user base and improve performance by revitalizing these older franchises, alongside its core IPs of Resident Evil, Monster Hunter, and Street Fighter. While new games for Okami and Onimusha are in development, franchises like Breath of Fire, Darkstalkers, and Dino Crisis were not explicitly mentioned in these plans.
Preview: SNES RPG Meets Celtic Tradition - Can 'Forge Of The Fae' Stand Out In The Pixel-Art Crowd?
Forge Of The Fae is a new pixel-art RPG from indie developer Datadyne that blends SNES-era inspirations with Celtic mythology and steampunk elements. The game features a unique turn-based combat system with Adrenaline Points for special skills and an ARC Crystal System for magic customization. While currently slated for a 2027 release on PC and consoles including Nintendo Switch, the developer aims to further lean into its Celtic roots.
Pragmata Final Hands-On Preview | The Outerhaven
A preview of the upcoming game Pragmata highlights its unique visual style and gameplay mechanics. While some speculate about connections to the Mega Man series due to shared themes, the game appears to be a distinct experience. Players are expressing interest in remasters of older titles like Viewtiful Joe and Breath of Fire, alongside a desire for less frequent installments in established franchises like Resident Evil.
Ben Diskin Won’t Return as Mega Man, Cites AI Protections and Union Contract
Voice actor Ben Diskin will not return to voice Mega Man, citing concerns over artificial intelligence protections and union contracts. The discussion touches on the future of voice acting in games and mentions other Capcom titles like Pragmata and Viewtiful Joe.
Capcom Has More Games to Reveal Before April 2027
Capcom has confirmed plans to announce new, unreveiled games before April 2027, in addition to its previously disclosed titles like Pragmata and Onimusha: Way of the Sword. The company will continue to focus on both new releases and sales from its catalog of older games. Upcoming releases include Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection, and Pragmata across multiple platforms.
Nacon postpones game showcase after filing for insolvency
Nacon has postponed its upcoming game showcase following the company filing for insolvency. The article includes comments from users discussing various games such as Pragmata, Mega Man, Viewtiful Joe, Resident Evil, and Breath of Fire, with some expressing anticipation for Pragmata's release and others lamenting the lack of remasters for older titles.
