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Under Mythos announced for Nintendo Switch
Kadath, a studio founded by Yoichi Miyaji, producer of the Lunar RPG series, has announced its debut title, Under Mythos, for Nintendo Switch in 2028. This dark fantasy RPG combines peaceful hot spring inn management with dungeon exploration and action combat as the world descends into madness.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword proves the parry formula is far from stale, you just need to get freaky with it
Onimusha: Way of the Sword is praised for its innovative approach to the parry mechanic, offering multiple layers of defensive options that keep combat engaging. While some games may overuse parries, Onimusha demonstrates the mechanic's potential for depth and player expression, contrasting with Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice and Nine Sols.
Guild Wars 3's approach to combat and movement is like nothing I've ever seen in an MMO before: 'One of our big goals when we make a new game in the Guild Wars franchise is to set out and try new things'
ArenaNet's Guild Wars 3 aims to innovate within the MMORPG genre with a focus on dynamic movement and visceral action combat. The game, set 1,000 years before Guild Wars 2 in the land of Orr, introduces mechanics like wall running, mantling, and seamless transitions between gliding and combat, all powered by a momentum system. This approach aims to create a fluid experience distinct from traditional MMOs, with developers Colin Johanson and Kevin Stocker highlighting how movement directly impacts combat effectiveness.
Hordeguard: Winds of the North – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
Hordeguard: Winds of the North is a Viking fantasy defense game combining tower defense, real-time strategy resource management, and action combat. Players defend their settlement by building fortifications, upgrading structures, and fighting directly, with RPG progression through upgrade cards. The game also features local split-screen cooperative play.
Mistfall Hunter Interview – Game Balance, Beta Feedback, PvE Mode, PC Features, And More
Bellring Games discusses Mistfall Hunter's development, focusing on player feedback from beta tests that led to changes in early game progression and combat systems. The developers emphasize the importance of PvE content in an extraction RPG and highlight how their genuine third-person action combat differentiates the game from traditional shooters. They also confirm plans for a pure PvE mode and detail PC features like ultrawide support and various upscaling technologies, alongside console targets for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Eternal Ragnarok (Switch 2)
Granblue Fantasy: Relink offers a unique and enjoyable JRPG experience on the Switch 2, featuring fast-paced action combat and stunning visuals. While the main story is short, the game provides ample side content and co-op options to keep players engaged. It serves as an excellent entry point for newcomers to the Granblue Fantasy franchise.
Indie fantasy MMO Misa Online shares eight minutes of pre-alpha gameplay
Indie developer Misa Games has released an eight-minute pre-alpha gameplay video for its fantasy MMORPG, Misa Online. The footage showcases the game's world, action combat, and various mechanics, set in a world threatened by creatures emerging from interdimensional portals. Preorder packs are currently available for purchase.
Past Fate opens the Depths of Korag and changes its combat model in latest patch
The early access MMORPG Past Fate has released a new patch that opens the Depths of Korag, a large underground area featuring ancient ruins, mines, and new threats. The update also revises the combat system to a more action-oriented tab-targeting approach, increasing difficulty and requiring players to utilize dodging and blocking more effectively. Additional changes include new fishing content, HUD adjustments, and increased character stamina.
Bite Sized Reviews: Demon Lord
Demon Lord: Just a Block is an indie roguelite that successfully blends grid-based movement, turn-based tactics, and action combat with a humorous narrative. Despite minor balance issues with some power-ups and a few interface glitches, the game offers engaging tactical gameplay and a satisfying progression loop for its reasonable price.
My Time in Evershine Preview – Shine On, You Crazy Governor
My Time in Evershine is a life-sim RPG where players act as the governor of a town built on the ruins of an old world. The preview showcased resource gathering, action combat against bandits and a robot boss, and puzzle-solving using serums. The game features a cozy visual style and is planned for release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Flameseeker Chronicles: I’m hyped for Guild Wars 3 – but dreading it too
A Guild Wars 2 player expresses mixed feelings of hype and dread regarding the announcement of Guild Wars 3. While excited for a fresh start free of Guild Wars 2's accumulated 'cruft' and the potential for a console audience, concerns remain about the new game's action combat, the potential impact on Guild Wars 2's ongoing development, and whether Guild Wars 3 will cater to existing player preferences.
Medieval: Chronicles Looks to Offer Deep Strategic Gameplay Along With Gruesome Up-Close Action Combat | IGN Preview
Chronicles: Medieval aims to blend deep strategic gameplay with visceral close-quarters action combat. Developer Raw Power has enlisted the vocal talents of actors Tom Hardy and Lars Mikkelsen for the project.
Review: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (Switch 2) - Some Rough Edges, But Still A Great Game
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on Nintendo Switch 2 offers an engaging JRPG experience despite some visual and performance compromises. The port retains the expansive open world, deep combat system, and heartfelt story of the original, making it a strong addition to the Switch 2's library. While resolution is soft and frame rates can dip, the overall immersion remains high, especially in portable mode.
Review: Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition Is a Pristine Port
Tales of Arise: Beyond the Dawn Edition is a well-executed port for the Nintendo Switch, offering a smooth experience with its active combat system and impressive visuals. The complete package includes the base game and its expansion, providing a strong JRPG experience that runs admirably at 30fps in handheld mode, though it doesn't match the performance of the PlayStation 5 version.
Drakantos – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Drakantos is a new retro MMORPG featuring nostalgic pixel art, fast-paced action combat, and over 20 unique playable heroes. The game emphasizes cooperative gameplay with friends in the fantasy world of Eldras, offering dynamic dungeons and a competitive PvP system. Players can sign up for the beta to experience the blend of gameplay and storytelling.
MMORPG Drakantos opens signups for its late May test of PvP modes, action combat, and free movement
Upcoming MMORPG Drakantos, developed by Wingeon Game Studios, will hold a closed beta test for its PvP modes on May 22-24. This test will focus on the game's new action combat system and free movement mechanics, which have been fundamentally reworked since the last beta. Players can sign up via Steam, and past testers will receive invitations for friends.
Slay the Spire Meets Sekiro in This Quirky PS5 Deck Builder
Witch the Showdown, an anime-style parry-action deckbuilder from Citales Games and Perp Games, is set to release on PlayStation 5 in 2027. The game combines deck-building mechanics with Sekiro-like precision and quick reactions, offering a boss rush experience with adjustable difficulty levels. A demo is currently available on Steam.
Moonlighter Dev Digital Sun Reveals ReVamp, a Dracula Tower-Defensevania
Digital Sun, known for Moonlighter and Cataclismo, has announced its new project, ReVamp, a gothic castle-defense roguelite where players control Dracula. The game, currently in development for PC, tasks players with building and defending Dracula's fortress against waves of human invaders using strategic castle construction and monster armies, with Dracula himself joining the fight when needed. ReVamp features a roguelite progression system fueled by combat, with over 100 room layouts, 40 minion types, and 20 enemy types.
Swordeye is an upcoming MMO hardcore action combat dungeon crawler
Swordeye is an upcoming hardcore MMO slasher developed by ALX Theory, set to release in 2026. It features brutal directional combat and focuses on players competing to ascend a dangerous tower filled with traps and enemies. A new playtest is scheduled for March 26th to 31st, introducing the Othari raid and proximity voice chat.
Nekome: Nazi Hunter confirmed for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC; story trailer
Nekome: Nazi Hunter, a single-player, third-person action combat game, has been confirmed for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. A story trailer has also been released for the upcoming title.