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Xbox Partner Preview March 26: S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 and The Expanse Lead Sci-Fi Gaming Showcase
Xbox announced an upcoming Partner Preview event for March 26th, highlighting S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl and The Expanse: Osiris Reborn as key sci-fi titles. The showcase will also feature Stranger Than Heaven and new Xbox Game Pass announcements, aiming to deliver a significant sci-fi gaming experience.
Seismic Squirrel Explores the Visual Identity of Aether & Iron in Dev Diary #5
Seismic Squirrel released a developer diary detailing the creation of Aether & Iron's decopunk noir visual identity, with Narrative Lead Tyler Whitney explaining the artistic evolution. The narrative-driven RPG, set in an alternate 1930s New York, will launch on Steam on March 31, 2026. The game features writing talent from Mass Effect and Far Cry, and a score by Grammy winners Christopher Tin and Alex Williamson.
Science Confirms RPG Players Hit Hardest by Post-Game Depression
A new scientific study confirms that players of role-playing games experience the most severe post-game depression upon completion. Researchers, including Dr. Janowicz, attribute this to the deep player agency, character bonds, and immersive worlds inherent in RPGs, which create a strong emotional investment that is difficult to leave behind. The findings validate the long-held community sentiment about the emotional impact of finishing epic RPGs like The Witcher 3, Persona, Mass Effect, Baldur's Gate 3, and Final Fantasy.
The great RPG debate: Defined playable characters or blank slates?
This opinion piece from PC Gamer's RPG column debates the merits of pre-defined characters versus blank slates in role-playing games. It explores popular titles like Baldur's Gate 3, Mass Effect, and Disco Elysium to illustrate the strengths of each approach to player character design.
Massively Overthinking: The nine games portrait of you
This article features Massively OP staff members sharing their personal lists of nine core video games that have shaped them. Contributors discuss foundational titles, franchise representations, and personal favorites across various genres, including MMOs, JRPGs, and action RPGs, reflecting on their impact on their gaming identities and creative work.
The Steam Spring Sale Is Back With Deep Discounts on AAA Games
The Steam Spring Sale is offering significant discounts on various AAA titles, including Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Fallout: New Vegas, Mass Effect Legendary Edition, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, and The Long Dark. These deals provide a cost-effective opportunity for players to acquire popular games, with some titles seeing substantial price reductions.
Exodus Receives its First Gameplay Trailer, Deeper Showcase Coming This Summer
Archetype Entertainment has released the first gameplay trailer for its upcoming sci-fi action RPG, Exodus. The trailer showcases combat with various firearms, platforming using a grappling gun, and intriguing environments. A more in-depth look at the game is promised for this summer, with a 2027 release planned for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
First Look At Exodus Gameplay, More This Summer | Console Creatures
Archetype Entertainment has released a first look at gameplay for their upcoming sci-fi RPG, Exodus, scheduled for a 2027 release. The game casts players as The Traveler, tasked with stealing alien technology to save humanity amidst Earth's demise, with choices impacting the narrative due to time dilation. A longer gameplay reel is expected this summer.
First Look At Exodus Gameplay, More This Summer | Console Creatures
Archetype Entertainment has released a first look at gameplay for their upcoming sci-fi RPG, Exodus, scheduled for a 2027 release. The game casts players as The Traveler, tasked with stealing alien technology to save humanity amidst Earth's demise, with choices impacting the narrative due to time dilation. A longer gameplay reel is expected this summer.
Exodus, the space opera epic with trailers narrated by Matthew McConaughey, drops a trio of gameplay clips that still…
Archetype Entertainment has released new gameplay clips for their upcoming space opera RPG, Exodus, which features narration by Matthew McConaughey. The clips showcase combat, traversal with a 'railclaw,' and environmental exploration, drawing comparisons to the Mass Effect series. The game is expected to launch in early 2027.
First look at Exodus gameplay confirms what most have been thinking: It’s Mass Effect reborn
The upcoming science fiction RPG Exodus, developed by Archetype Entertainment with many former BioWare employees, shows strong Mass Effect influences in its debut gameplay footage. The game features third-person combat, squadmate recruitment, and a time dilation mechanic that impacts the narrative. While still in development with a planned 2027 release, Exodus aims to be a spiritual successor to the beloved Mass Effect series.
Mass Effect-like space RPG Exodus drops another in-game trailer, much to the misfortune of Biggs "The Bolt" Keil
The space RPG Exodus, developed by former BioWare staff, has released a new trailer showcasing its Mass Effect-like gameplay, including cover-based shooting and squad mechanics. The trailer also features a glimpse of an antagonist named Biggs "The Bolt" Keil and introduces a grappling hook mechanic, hinting at exploration elements.
Mass Effect veterans roll out gameplay teases for new Mass Effect-like RPG Exodus ahead of a big summer reveal
Archetype Entertainment, a studio founded by Mass Effect veterans, has released the first gameplay footage of its upcoming sci-fi RPG, Exodus. The video showcases combat mechanics, traversal, and hints at the game's mysteries, with more detailed showcases planned for the summer ahead of its early 2027 launch.
"We were never going to make Mass Effect": Skyrim and Fallout artist says when it came to Starfield, the…
Bethesda's lead artist Istvan Pely stated that Starfield was designed to explore a realistic section of the galaxy, differentiating it from BioWare's Mass Effect series. He explained that the focus was on the vastness of space and improving systems to deliver content to players, rather than creating numerous fully realized planets.
Sci-Fi gaming author, William C. Dietz has passed away
William C. Dietz, an 80-year-old author known for writing novels based on popular gaming franchises, has passed away. His family confirmed his death on Sunday, March 15. Dietz authored books for series including Halo, StarCraft, Mass Effect, Resistance, and Star Wars.
Avowed on PS5 – Making the wait for The Elder Scrolls 6 a little less painful
Obsidian Entertainment's fantasy action RPG Avowed is now available on PlayStation 5 as part of Microsoft's multiplatform strategy, offering an experience reminiscent of The Elder Scrolls series. The game features a vibrant world tied to the Pillars of Eternity universe, a compelling cast of characters, and flexible combat mechanics. While not as sprawling as Skyrim, Avowed provides a focused narrative with rewarding exploration and smart design choices, making it a strong contender in the RPG genre.
Mass Effect Actor Questions Whether "Culture" And "Ethos" That Made Original Games Is Still There
Jennifer Hale, the voice of Commander Shepard in the Mass Effect franchise, expressed both excitement and concern for the future of the series. She questions whether the original creative culture and ethos that defined the early games remain intact at BioWare, especially given recent company changes. Hale hopes for the return of Commander Shepard and believes the Mass Effect universe has significant untapped potential for new stories.
Journey composer Austin Wintory played an unreleased song from his canceled 'dream job of all time' during the Game Developers Choice Awards, just to drive home that the industry's doing great
During the 26th Annual Game Developers Choice Awards, composer Austin Wintory performed a piece of music from a canceled 'dream job' project at Humanoid Games. Wintory revealed this was a therapeutic coping mechanism for the project's cancellation after the studio closed in 2024. The awards ceremony also honored industry figures like Rebecca Heineman and Julian Lefay.
SAROS PS5 Game Puts Character Development Front and Center
The upcoming PlayStation 5 exclusive SAROS is prioritizing deep character development to create more engaging and relatable virtual personas. Developers are leveraging the PS5's technical capabilities, such as its SSD and haptic feedback, to enhance storytelling and emotional connection with players. This focus on character-driven narratives aims to make SAROS a memorable experience in a competitive gaming market.
14 years later, former EA exec is still mad about getting the "Worst Company in America" award over BP and Bank of America just because "f***ing Colonel Shepard dies in Mass Effect 3"
Former Electronic Arts executive Peter Moore expressed frustration that EA was voted "Worst Company in America" twice, arguing that the award was disproportionately focused on the ending of Mass Effect 3. He contrasted this with environmental disasters by BP and economic issues caused by Bank of America, suggesting the gaming industry's controversies were unfairly amplified. Moore acknowledged other criticisms like SimCity's launch and microtransactions but defended EA's inclusive goals.
