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Final Fantasy 7 Revelation battle lead still doesn't know the "correct" way to balance between real-time and turn-based combat, but that's why he's not "tired" of working on the trilogy
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation battle director Teruki Endo admits he still hasn't found the definitive balance between real-time and turn-based combat after working on the trilogy. He believes this ongoing challenge is what keeps him engaged with the project. The FITS system is highlighted as a way to enhance Materia-based customization.
Japan: Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave shifts 127K physical copies and Switch 2 sells 34K units
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave debuted at the top of the Japanese physical sales charts, selling 127,131 copies for the Nintendo Switch 2. The Nintendo Switch 2 console also saw strong hardware sales, moving 34,000 units.
The spiritual successor to classic JRPG Wild Arms has seemingly been cancelled, four years after its Kickstarter raised…
Armed Fantasia, a spiritual successor to the Wild Arms JRPG series, has been cancelled by its publisher 505 Games, a subsidiary of Digital Bros. The game was one of several projects for which Digital Bros decided to discontinue development, four years after its Kickstarter campaign raised nearly $3 million. The cancellation follows a rocky development period and strained publisher relations, despite the completion of a vertical slice build.
PAX West 2026 - Scenes from the Show Floor
PAX West 2026 highlighted a strong showing of indie games, with major publishers like Nintendo and Capcom absent. The event featured new sections like the Indie Incubator and Artist Alley, drawing large crowds to independent developers. Several promising titles were showcased, including the roguelite FPS MURDEER, the JRPG-inspired Terra Nova: Legend of the Runes, and the physics-based 3D platformer The Box is Alive.
Colourful JRPG Armed Fantasia has been cancelled, four years after a successful Kickstarter campaign descended into delays and lawsuits
The JRPG Armed Fantasia, a spiritual successor to the Wild Arms series, has been officially cancelled by publisher 505 Games and its parent company Digital Bros. This decision follows a troubled development cycle that began with a successful Kickstarter campaign in 2022, which raised significant funds but led to delays and a lawsuit involving the related game Penny Blood and its publisher Dangen Entertainment.
Wild Arms spiritual successor Armed Fantasia, which was planned for Nintendo platforms, has been cancelled
The JRPG Armed Fantasia, a spiritual successor to Wild Arms that was funded via Kickstarter and planned for Nintendo platforms, has been officially cancelled by publisher 505 Games and its parent company Digital Bros. The decision was made after multiple attempts to revise the game's gameplay, citing changing market conditions and additional investment requirements. This cancellation resulted in a non-cash asset impairment of Euro 18.7 million for Digital Bros.
When JRPG Meets Metroidvania, It’s Fallen Tear: The Ascension!
Indie developer Winter Crew Studios has launched Fallen Tear: The Ascension into its full 1.0 version on Steam, following its Early Access release in March 2026. This hand-drawn, story-driven Metroidvania RPG features a new region, bosses, skills, and over 150 enemies, with Souls-like combat influences. The game is priced at $24.99 with a launch discount and is also planned for PlayStation, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation lets you automatically level characters and blast through the campaign after Rebirth players begged director Naoki Hamaguchi for a break from the JRPG grind
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will include an automatic leveling feature, allowing players to quickly reach the recommended level after a certain point in the game. Director Naoki Hamaguchi stated this aims to cater to players who found Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's campaign grind tedious, offering an option to play Revelation more linearly if desired.
PlayStation 5 Getting Classic Nintendo Exclusive RPGs
Taito and Clear River Games have announced Lufia I & II: The Sinistrals Saga, a collection of two classic 1990s JRPGs, for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The bundle includes Lufia & the Fortress of Doom (1993) and Lufia II: Rise of the Sinistrals (1996), with enhancements for modern play. The collection is slated for a 2027 release, though an exact date and pricing have yet to be revealed.
As an iconic JRPG series you've always been afraid of gets another stellar remaster, it's finally time to try Trails in the Sky
The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky Second Chapter, a remake of the second entry in the JRPG series, has been released on PC via Steam with an 'overwhelmingly positive' user rating. Developed by Nihon Falcom, the game continues the story of Estelle and Joshua, featuring enhanced 3D environments and new combat features. The release is accompanied by discounts on both the new title and its predecessor, The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky.
Lufia 1 & 2 The Sinistrals Saga announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Taito has announced Lufia 1 & 2 The Sinistrals Saga for a 2027 release on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. This collection features two classic 90s JRPGs that have been ported and enhanced for modern play, including Lufia & the Fortress of Doom and its prequel Lufia 2: Rise of the Sinistrals.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is apparently a super heavyweight 200GB installation: 'We need to overcome the hardware…
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi revealed in a VGC interview that the upcoming JRPG is expected to have a 200GB installation size. Hamaguchi stated that the team needs to overcome hardware limitations to deliver the game's content, acknowledging the significant storage requirement which is larger than previous entries in the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy.
As Final Fantasy Resonance drops its gacha baggage, another JRPG dev doing the same thinks it's "wonderful" these live-service games will be preserved
Shinnosuke Hirasawa, producer for Another Eden, praises the trend of live-service JRPGs like Final Fantasy Resonance and Octopath Traveler being adapted into premium, preserved versions. He believes this practice is wonderful for creators and the medium, allowing games to escape the limitations of service termination and continue receiving recognition.
Trails In The Sky 2nd Chapter Review – An Excellent Sequel
The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky Second Chapter is an excellent sequel that builds upon its predecessor with a compelling narrative and engaging gameplay. While the combat system could benefit from further polish and the story pacing occasionally feels stuffed, the game's charming characters, vibrant world, and impressive presentation make it a treat for fans of the series. The PlayStation 5 version offers a smooth experience with consistent performance.
Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter is such a perfect JRPG remake, it has me wishing for the Final Fantasy 7 Remake I…
The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC remake is praised as a near-perfect modernization of a classic JRPG, balancing faithfulness with new details. It offers a superior approach to remakes compared to titles like Final Fantasy 7 Remake, which the author feels diverges too much from its source material.
Persona 4 Revival trailer introduces Naoto
A new trailer for Persona 4 Revival has been released, focusing on the character Naoto Shirogane, voiced by Amber Lee Connors. The trailer showcases Naoto's intelligence and her role in solving the game's mysteries. Persona 4 Revival is set to launch on May 20, 2027, for the Nintendo Switch.
A 32-year-old JRPG classic that's only been released in English on PSP is being revived for modern consoles and PC…
Neowiz is reviving the 1994 JRPG The Legend of Heroes 3: The White Witch for PC and consoles, with an updated adaptation planned. This classic title, previously only officially localized in English for the PlayStation Portable, will be released under its original Japanese naming convention. The publisher aims to recapture the emotional experience of the original while appealing to both new and returning players.
Flowstone Saga, from Tangledeep dev, has finally come to Nintendo Switch
Flowstone Saga, the latest JRPG-inspired puzzle game from the developer of Tangledeep, has been released on Nintendo Switch after a delay. The game features a unique 16-bit pixel art style, a grand story set in Ocean's End islands, and a distinctive puzzle-battle system with real-time or turn-based combat. It is available for $19.99 on the Nintendo eShop.
A remake of a 20-year-old cult JRPG is now the best-rated game of 2026, pushing aside Resident Evil Requiem, Pokemon…
A remake of the 20-year-old cult JRPG, Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter, has become the best-rated game of 2026, surpassing major releases like Resident Evil Requiem and Pokemon Pokopia. The game has achieved high scores on Metacritic and OpenCritic, highlighting the growing popularity of Nihon Falcom's Trails series.
Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter review for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky Second Chapter is an extraordinary continuation of the first game, offering a massive adventure that expands upon its predecessor's foundations. The JRPG excels in its interconnected storytelling, rewarding exploration, and fluid combat system, all presented beautifully on the Nintendo Switch 2. While not recommended for newcomers, it's a deeply emotional and memorable experience for fans of the series.
