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Aether & Iron Nominated for Best Role-Playing Game at the TooManyGames Indie Game Showcase Awards 2026
Seismic Squirrel's decopunk noir RPG, Aether & Iron, has been nominated for Best Role-Playing Game at the TooManyGames Indie Game Showcase Awards 2026. The game is available on Steam for Windows and MacOS and features writing talent from Mass Effect and Far Cry, with music by Christopher Tin.
These are the best PS5 RPG deals this Prime Day, picked by someone who has spent thousands of hours questing
This article highlights the best PlayStation 5 Role-Playing Game deals available during Prime Day, curated by an experienced RPG player. It focuses on recent releases and emphasizes the value of RPGs for long-term immersion, especially during sales events like Prime Day.
Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader secures Nintendo Switch 2 physical release
Silver Lining Interactive, Owlcat Games, and Games Workshop have announced a physical retail release for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader on Nintendo Switch, launching October 15, 2026. The 'Voidfarer Edition' will include the base game, a season pass with two story expansions, digital artbook, soundtrack, and several in-game cosmetic and weapon items.
Console Archives Bokosuka Wars launches June 25
Hamster announced that the retro RPG Bokosuka Wars will launch for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on June 25 for $7.99. Originally released by ASCII in 1985, the Console Archives version includes modern features like customizable controls and save states.
Veritas Tales: Witch of the Dark Castle is an ode to Game Books and human-made art
Veritas Tales: Witch of the Dark Castle is a unique game inspired by Japanese Gamebooks, developed over six years by former Vanillaware artist Yoshio Nishimura. The game features a tactile UI that mimics a physical gamebook with a character sheet, and boasts gorgeous, hand-drawn art. It is set to release on PC in 2026 and is presented as an ode to human-made art in contrast to AI-generated content.
NEOWIZ Dabbles in Memory Manipulation with Wind Up Deadman
NEOWIZ has partnered with Korean indie developer SaneNuts Studio to publish their upcoming CRPG, Wind Up Deadman. The game features a "Cassette Futuristic" aesthetic, pixel art, and a narrative focused on memory manipulation and conspiracy. NEOWIZ highlighted the game's branching narratives and character-building system as key strengths.
Gothic blev det Ultima 9 vi aldrig fick
This article analyzes how Piranha Bytes' Gothic, released in 2001, succeeded as a role-playing game where Ultima 9: Ascension failed. While Ultima 9 promised an open-world 3D experience but delivered a buggy and unoptimized product, Gothic, despite its "European jank" and technical limitations, offered a living world and a sense of genuine player immersion. The piece suggests Gothic filled the void left by Ultima 9's shortcomings and influenced subsequent European RPGs.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy director would like to tackle an original project after Revelation
Naoki Hamaguchi, director of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, expressed his desire to work on an original IP after the Final Fantasy 7 Remake Trilogy concludes. While currently focused on the 2027 release of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, he is more interested in creating a new grand RPG rather than another remake.
The best D&D videogame you've never played is one guy's outsider art, personal Baldur's Gate saga
The Neverwinter Nights mod campaign, Swordflight, is highlighted as a masterfully designed, challenging RPG experience created by a single developer over many years. This fan-made module for BioWare's classic game offers a deep Dungeons & Dragons 3E adaptation, emphasizing strategic planning and resource management, and is praised for its reactive storytelling and unique moral system.
The creator of Ultima is reportedly reclaiming the series' rights back from EA, and it could happen as soon as next…
Richard Garriott, the creator of the Ultima series, is reportedly set to reclaim the copyright to the franchise from Electronic Arts in 2027 due to a 35-year copyright reversion law. While EA will retain the trademark, Garriott plans to develop new titles under a name like "Lord British's Ultima".
Discounty: Supermarket Manager Opens Pre-Registration on Android
Snapbreak, the publisher of Discounty: Supermarket Manager, has opened pre-registration for the game on Android. Developed by Crinkle Cut Games, this narrative-driven management simulation blends RPG and life-sim elements with supermarket management in the town of Blomkest. Players will manage inventory, customize the store, negotiate with suppliers, and engage with the local community.
Baldur's Gate 3 Path to Menzoberranzan custom campaign modders offer glimpse of their long-awaited demo level's "dark, ruined dungeon" as environments near completion
Modders working on the ambitious Baldur's Gate 3 custom campaign mod, Path to Menzoberranzan, have shared a progress update revealing that the demo level's environments are nearing completion. The team, comprising over 130 individuals, aims to release a demo level, described as a "dark, ruined dungeon" with "foul magic," potentially in the latter half of 2026, though the exact release window remains uncertain.
First Impressions: Embers of the Uncrowned is a rollercoaster of gore, Elf butts, and classic RPG vibes
Embers of the Uncrowned is an upcoming MMOARPG from Nexon that features a blend of gore, elves, and classic RPG elements. The game offers deep character customization and a companion system, though the demo implementation felt underdeveloped. Despite some jarring tonal shifts between mature themes and gratuitous visuals, the game provides a satisfying combat experience reminiscent of Lost Ark, with a focus on rebuilding a noble legacy and recruiting followers.
From Handheld to Console: Discover the World of Kemco on XBOX
This Xbox Wire feature highlights Kemco's strategy of releasing numerous RPG titles across console, PC, and cloud via Xbox Play Anywhere. The company focuses on creative partnerships and consistent releases, offering flexible save options and shorter play sessions suitable for various lifestyles. A publisher spotlight sale is currently live, featuring a wide array of Kemco's diverse game catalog.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation: Release Date, Gameplay, And Everything We Know (So Far)
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, the concluding chapter of the Remake Trilogy, is set to launch in Q2 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. The game will continue the story after Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, featuring both action and classic combat options, new FITS system for character abilities, and an expanded open world explored via airship. New playable characters Cid Highwind and Vincent Valentine will join Cloud's party, while returning minigames will be optional.
Wish you could play Baldur's Gate 3 on Nintendo Switch 2? Another brilliant D&D RPG just hit the platform in…
Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons: Battlemarked, a digital board game with tactical card-based combat and D&D themes, has launched on Nintendo Switch. The game is also available on PlayStation 5, PC, and Meta Quest with cross-platform multiplayer, and received a free update adding new content, including a new playable orc druid character.
New Ultima trademarks filed by EA, but don't get too excited
Electronic Arts has filed new trademarks for the Ultima series, covering downloadable PC games and online experiences. While this suggests potential activity, it may also be routine intellectual property protection, as there have been no new single-player installments since 1999. Creator Richard Garriott has expressed interest in a revival, and Larian Studios has been mentioned as a potential developer.
Gothic 1 Remake Passes 500,000 Sales in First Week as Strong Player Reception Continues | Invision Game
The Gothic 1 Remake has achieved over 500,000 sales in its first week across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game also saw a peak of nearly 78,000 concurrent players on Steam and an 85% "Very Positive" rating from over 15,000 user reviews. Developer Alkimia Interactive and publisher THQ Nordic expressed gratitude for the strong reception and plan ongoing support for the title.
Fable Might Be Reviving the RPG Feature Everyone Forgot
The upcoming Fable reboot from Playground Games aims to set itself apart with a deeply reactive NPC system that remembers player actions and shapes their relationships. This focus on player agency and a living, breathing world offers a unique take on the RPG genre, moving beyond traditional metrics like map size or quest count. While concerns exist about the long-term impact and potential for systems to be too easily manipulated, the preview suggests a game that prioritizes personal, chaotic, and joyful player stories.
Dragon's Dogma 2 discontinues deluxe edition - and withdraws many of its controversial time-saving microtransactions
Capcom is discontinuing the deluxe edition of Dragon's Dogma 2 and removing several controversial microtransactions, including those that offered time-saving benefits. These changes will take effect on June 24th, ahead of the release of the upcoming title update and the Dark Arisen version of the game. The base game and other select DLCs will remain available for purchase.
