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DRAGON QUEST XII: BEYOND DREAMS REVEALED AS DRAGON QUEST CELEBRATES ITS 40th ANNIVERSARY
SQUARE ENIX celebrated the 40th anniversary of the Dragon Quest series with multiple announcements. Dragon Quest XII: Beyond Dreams has entered development under a new structure, and Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World is coming to multiple platforms. Additionally, Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age is set for release on Nintendo Switch 2, and in-game events are planned for Dragon Quest Smash/Grow.
Dragon Quest 12 Renamed and Re-Revealed After Development Restart, First Gameplay Shown
Dragon Quest 12: The Flames of Fate has been renamed Dragon Quest 12: Beyond Dreams following a development restart. Executive producer Yosuke Saito confirmed the project's overhaul, and series creator Yuji Horii stated that production is progressing well, though the game is still in its early stages. First gameplay footage was shown, revealing a new protagonist with visions.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World announced
Square Enix has announced Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World, the latest installment in the Dragon Quest Monsters spinoff series. The game is currently in development for PC (Steam and Microsoft Store), Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5, with a release date set for "coming soon."
After 10 years of work, modders have remade classic RPG Ultima Underworld in Unity with 3D models, new sound effects, and controller support
A fan-made remake of the classic RPG Ultima Underworld: The Stygian Abyss has been released using the Unity engine. This unofficial project, titled Unity Underground, features new 3D models, updated sound effects, and controller support, though it requires the original game files to run. The developer has clarified that while some UI textures and audio were AI-assisted, the main 3D models were hand-crafted.
At 40 Years Old, Dragon Quest Is More Than An RPG; It’s A Cultural Juggernaut
Dragon Quest is celebrating its 40th anniversary, marking its significant cultural impact in Japan as more than just an RPG series. Despite being relatively niche globally, it's a cornerstone of Japanese gaming, influenced by talents like Akira Toriyama and Yuji Horii. The series' success, particularly with Dragon Quest III, has cemented its place in mainstream culture, influencing other media and even spawning urban legends about its release impact.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 devs tease that their Lord of the Rings RPG will be "deeply immersive" with a…
Warhorse Studios' upcoming The Lord of the Rings RPG is described as a deeply immersive experience with a living world, interesting characters, and a strong narrative focus. The studio also confirmed that Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is on track for release next fiscal year.
Middle-earth RPG is Being Developed by a “Mind-Blowing Ready Team” at Warhorse Studios
Warhorse Studios is developing an open-world Middle-earth RPG as a passion project with a dedicated team. Communications director Tobias Stolz-Zwilling described the game as deeply immersive with a living world, interesting characters, and a strong narrative focus. The studio also confirmed that a new Kingdom Come adventure is in development, with the parent company Embracer Group aiming for a release between April 2027 and March 2028.
Dragon Quest 12: The Flames of Fate Renamed to Beyond Dreams Following Development Reset
Dragon Quest 12: The Flames of Fate has been renamed Dragon Quest 12: Beyond Dreams following a development reset at Square Enix. Executive producer Yosuke Saito cited numerous hurdles with the original vision, leading the team to restart from scratch. The new iteration promises new elements while retaining character designs by Akira Toriyama and music by Koichi Sugiyama.
Forza Horizon 6 Is The Most RPG-Like The Series Has Ever Been
This article discusses how Forza Horizon 6 incorporates significant role-playing game elements, making it the most RPG-like entry in the series. It highlights features such as base-building, skill points, an end-game area, and a player-driven narrative progression, alongside loot-like car discoveries and a focus on exploration and player choice.
Dragon Quest 11 S: Echoes of an Elusive Age is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on September 24th
Square Enix announced that Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age will be released for the Nintendo Switch on September 24th. This enhanced edition of the RPG includes new scenarios, Japanese voice acting, an orchestral soundtrack, and an optional 2D mode. The company may also reveal details about the upcoming Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate, which is being developed on Unreal Engine 5.
Warhorse promises that Middle-earth RPG is a 'passion project' that 'will be a living world' with a…
Warhorse Studios communications director Tobias Stolz-Zwilling stated that their Middle-earth RPG is a 'passion project' that will be a 'living world' with a strong narrative focus. He also mentioned that the next Kingdom Come game is expected to release within the next fiscal year, potentially sooner than expected.
A "reading-style" fantasy adventure in the spirit of The NeverEnding Story —Veritas Tales: Witch of the Dark Castle Launches on Steam July 9.
Veritas Tales: Witch of the Dark Castle, a handcrafted fantasy adventure inspired by The NeverEnding Story, is set to launch on PC via Steam on July 9. Developed over six years by Yoshio Nishimura, a 30-year veteran from Vanillaware, the game features over 300 unique illustrations and emphasizes player choice and dice rolls to shape the narrative.
KEMCO Opens Pre-Registration for RPG Asdivine Knot on Android
KEMCO has opened pre-registration for the upcoming mobile RPG, Asdivine Knot, developed by EXE-CREATE. The game follows a cleric named Verselio on a journey of faith and rebellion in a fantasy world, featuring classic turn-based JRPG mechanics, a customizable airship, and equipment crafting. Asdivine Knot is the latest entry in the retro-style Asdivine series and will be available on Android.
Broken Dagger — an old-school RPG inspired by Daggerfall: the Steam page for Broken Dagger is now live.
Electro Soul Games has announced Broken Dagger, an old-school RPG heavily inspired by The Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall. The game's Steam page is now live, with a planned release in early 2027 for PC. Broken Dagger aims to deliver a classic RPG experience with modern design choices, featuring a sandbox open world and non-linear quests.
Dawn of War 2 review (2009)
This 2009 PC Gamer review of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II highlights its shift from traditional RTS mechanics to a more squad-based, RPG-like experience. While praised for its tactical depth and satisfying co-op, the review notes a lack of variety in missions and limited unit customization as significant drawbacks compared to the original game.
RPG legend Josh Sawyer says Obsidian doesn't hate Baldur's Gate 3-style romance, "it's more that it is not typically the wheelhouse we have operated in"
Obsidian Entertainment's Josh Sawyer explained that the studio doesn't typically include extensive romance options in its RPGs due to the significant time investment required and tonal considerations. While not opposed to romance in games, Sawyer clarified that Obsidian's focus has historically been elsewhere, differentiating their approach from titles like Baldur's Gate 3.
An open-world Lord of the Rings RPG from the Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 studio feels even more perfect when you spot all the Tolkien references in Warhorse's latest game
Warhorse Studios, the developer of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, has confirmed rumors that they are working on an open-world Lord of the Rings RPG. The article highlights numerous Lord of the Rings references found within Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 as evidence that this new project is a natural fit for the studio.
Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch: Redefined Brutal Turn-Based Tactics on XBOX
Complex Games Studio Head Jonas Van Niekerk discusses the development of Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Deathwatch, a turn-based tactical RPG launching on Xbox Series X|S in winter 2026. The game builds upon its predecessor, Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Daemonhunters, with refined combat, expanded class customization, and new vehicles, aiming to be accessible to both new and veteran Warhammer 40,000 fans.
Fable Studio Seeks A Producer, Game Designer, and More to Help Finish Development
Developer Playground Games is actively recruiting for multiple roles to finalize the development of Fable, following the recent launch of Forza Horizon 6. The studio is leveraging talent from other Xbox Game Studios, including Blizzard's cinematics team. Fable is set to release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S in Autumn, featuring a new take on the franchise's morality system and combat mechanics.
With no combat system, Zero Parades is an RPG all about skill checks and spycraft, and it's a more exciting…
Zero Parades is a unique RPG that focuses on skill checks and spycraft rather than traditional combat. Players utilize clothing and items to gain skill bonuses for dialogue and tense situations, with failures pushing the narrative forward. The game offers a tense, espionage-novel-like experience with dramatic encounters and a focus on player choice.
