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Star Ocean 30th anniversary live stream set for this month
Square Enix will host a 30th anniversary live stream for the Star Ocean franchise on July 19th. While the event will celebrate the JRPG series, the company has stated that no new game information will be revealed.
Adventures of Elliot Version 1.1.0 allows you to turn off character support voice
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales has received an update, version 1.1.0, which allows players to disable the companion character's voice lines. This feature was a requested quality-of-life improvement for the JRPG, which was previously available as a demo on the Nintendo Switch.
UNRAVEL A MYSTERY THROUGH TIME ON NINTENDO SWITCH & NINTENDO SWITCH 2 IN DIGIMON STORY TIME STRANGER
Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe announced the release of Digimon Story: Time Stranger on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The JRPG developed by Media.Vision Inc. features over 450 Digimon and a story involving two interconnected worlds. A free update is also available across all platforms, adding a Graphics Mode, Photo Mode, and new playable character.
KEMCO RPG Selection Vol. 10 Bundles Four JRPG Adventures Into One Great-Value Xbox Collection
KEMCO has released KEMCO RPG Selection Vol. 10, a compilation of four JRPG titles for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The collection includes Infinite Links, Overrogue, Fairy Elements, and Dragon Prana, offering a variety of retro-inspired experiences for £33.49. This bundle provides a cost-effective way for players to enjoy dozens of hours of classic JRPG gameplay.
Neverness to Everness whisks players away to a fantasy RPG tale in its 999 Nights update
Neverness to Everness has released its '999 Nights' update, introducing a high fantasy storyline where players are transported to the Warren Continent to help Fuzzy villagers fight a dragon. This update adds new areas, classes, characters Shinku and Iroi, a motorcycle mount, and various events. The update shifts the game's tone towards a more traditional JRPG experience.
I almost missed the fantastic Granblue Fantasy: Relink. It just got even bigger - so don't make the same mistake
Cygames has released the "Endless Ragnarok" expansion for the action JRPG Granblue Fantasy: Relink. This substantial DLC adds a new story, a combat summons system, additional quest tiers, new bosses, and more "master traits" to enhance character builds. The expansion is available as an upgrade for $29.99 / £24.99 or bundled with the base game for $59.99 / £49.99, with a demo also available.
Asdivine Knot for PC & Consoles: Wishlisting begins on XBOX, Steam and PlayStation!
KEMCO announced that the JRPG Asdivine Knot is coming to PC, Xbox consoles (including Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows), Steam, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation 4. Store pages are now available for wishlisting, with the game set to launch on July 8, 2026. The title features turn-based combat, extensive customization options, and a story about faith and betrayal.
13 years after raising $1 million on Kickstarter, dev of infamous JRPG breaks silence to say work will continue through…
After 13 years and $1 million raised on Kickstarter, the developer of the JRPG Project Phoenix has broken their silence to explain the prolonged development. Game director Hiroaki Yura apologized for the lack of updates, citing personal issues and the departure of a key programmer as reasons for the delays. He stated that the project is still alive and being funded by other studios he has built, with a new Discord server planned for more frequent communication.
Tales of Eternia Remastered Reveals Revamped Nostalgia-Infused Opening Movie and New Track
Tales of Eternia Remastered has revealed a new opening cinematic featuring a song by Garnet Crow, showcasing familiar characters and art style. The remaster will include the Aggressive Linear Battle Motion system and enhanced navigation features. It is scheduled for release on October 16 for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
Persona 4 Revival's cutscenes come from Jujutsu Kaisen and Chainsaw Man studio MAPPA – just in case the JRPG remake wasn't already promising enough
The JRPG remake Persona 4 Revival will feature animated cutscenes produced by the acclaimed anime studio MAPPA, known for Jujutsu Kaisen and Chainsaw Man. The announcement was made at Anime Expo 2026, where it was also revealed that Abby Trott will voice Rise in the English dub, replacing Laura Bailey. Persona 4 Revival is set to launch on February 17, 2027.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation "payoff" will leave you "sobbing," Cloud actor guarantees, even "if you haven't cried in the first two yet"
Cody Christian, the voice actor for Cloud Strife in the Final Fantasy 7 remake series, guarantees that Final Fantasy 7 Revelation will be the most emotional installment yet, promising that players will be "sobbing" by the end. He describes the game as a significant "payoff" to nearly a decade of storytelling and a seven-year development journey.
Trails In The Sky Chapter 1 Available for Free on Switch
Nintendo Switch owners can play The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky the 1st Chapter for free from July 6 to July 12. Access requires a Japanese Nintendo account and an active Nintendo Switch Online subscription. Save data from the free trial carries over to the purchased version.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is "sort of the successor" to Final Fantasy creator's overlooked JRPG Lost Odyssey, lead says: "Truly one of the most powerful, emotional experiences of my life"
Guillaume Broche, director of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has praised Hironobu Sakaguchi's JRPG Lost Odyssey, calling it a successor to his own work and one of the most powerful emotional experiences he's had as a gamer. Broche highlighted Lost Odyssey's linear structure, random battles, and ambitious story, noting its rarity as a turn-based game with realistic graphics. He also mentioned that Lost Odyssey is available digitally on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.
Atlus never added her to Persona 3 Reload, but the 2009 JRPG's female protagonist is finally making a comeback in…
Atlus has announced that Kotone Shiomi, the female protagonist from Persona 3 Portable, will be returning in a crossover event for the mobile and PC gacha game Persona 5: The Phantom X. While Kotone was not included in the recent Persona 3 Reload remake due to development challenges, this event will allow players to experience her character in a new context. Further details about the crossover's release date are expected soon.
RPG Alphadia F for Android™/iOS: Alphadia F is now available for pre-registration on Google Play and for pre-order on the App Store!!
KEMCO has announced that the JRPG Alphadia F is now available for pre-registration on Google Play for Android and pre-order on the App Store for iOS. This classic turn-based fantasy RPG features strategic battles, character progression, and a story set in the world of Valhalard.
Akuma Rise Review | TheXboxHub
Akuma Rise is a return to KEMCO's familiar retro JRPG formula, featuring turn-based combat, random encounters, and a story about a demon named Kaine with amnesia. While the presentation and gameplay are standard for the developer, the game offers a comfortable but unexciting experience that doesn't introduce new elements.
Persona 3 fans take matters into their own hands, releasing a DS port of the Atlus JRPG and immediately proving what a missed opportunity it was not to have an official one
A fan group known as the P3D Project has released version 1.0 of Persona 3 Dual, a fan-made port of the JRPG Persona 3 to the Nintendo DS. This fan project aims to recreate the original Persona 3 experience on a handheld, including features like walking through Iwatodai and Paulownia Mall, which were absent in the official Persona 3 Portable release on the PlayStation Portable.
WatchMojo: The best JRPG of each year (1996-2025)
WatchMojo has compiled a list of the best JRPG released each year from 1996 to 2025. The list includes titles such as Tactics Ogre: Let Us Cling Together for 1996 and Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth Hacker's Memory for 2025.
Green Suits is a surreal platformer stroke JRPG filled with Escher architecture and paranormal investigators
Green Suits is a surreal platformer and JRPG featuring Escher-like architecture and paranormal investigators. Players lead a team of psychics to combat demons and cults, utilizing a unique 'drama-based combat system' that includes actions like investigating, predicting, or attacking enemies. The game is slated for a full release in September 2027, with a demo planned beforehand.
Archetype Blue, a JRPG-inspired dark fantasy deckbuilder, now has a Steam demo
Codename Bom has released a free Steam demo for Archetype Blue, a dark fantasy deckbuilder inspired by JRPGs. Players control Mary, who inherits the mantle of Lancelot and journeys through a darkening world, recruiting over 50 companions to unlock new cards and build decks. The game combines JRPG storytelling with tactical deckbuilding combat and is planned for Early Access in 2026.