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The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero, Trails to Azure launch trailer – pair of classic RPGs on Nintendo Switch 2
NIS America has released a launch trailer for the Nintendo Switch versions of The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero and The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure. These classic RPGs feature 4K output and mouse controls, with Trails to Azure serving as the finale to the Crossbell arc and offering bonuses for importing save data from Trails from Zero.
Combat and socially agonised teens impress in Persona 4 Revival, the RPG that series director Kazuhisa Wada feels a "duty" to make
Atlus producer Kazuhisa Wada discusses Persona 4 Revival, a remake of the acclaimed RPG Persona 4 Golden. The remake aims to be an excellent entry point for newcomers while retaining the essence that made the original beloved by existing fans. Wada highlights the updated visuals and modernized combat system, while assuring that the core story and social links remain largely intact, with minor tweaks for nuance.
Mass Effect successor Exodus won’t let you bang the octopus party member
Archetype Entertainment's upcoming RPG Exodus, developed by former BioWare staff, will feature romance options similar to Mass Effect but will not allow players to romance an intelligent octopus character. The game's director stated that romance scenes will be tasteful and fade to black, unlike the more explicit scenes in Baldur's Gate 3. Meanwhile, updates on the next Mass Effect game remain scarce, with concerns about Electronic Arts' potential interference and monetization strategies impacting BioWare's development.
Mardrömsmaskinen har slutat mala – nu är det spelhelg!
Several individuals share their gaming plans for the weekend, spanning a variety of genres and platforms. Titles mentioned include Metal Gear Solid 4, Secret of Mana, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Fallout 3, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and StarCraft 2, among others, reflecting diverse tastes in retro and modern gaming.
Exodus Romance Options Are Not Gender-Locked for Both Male and Female Leads
The upcoming sci-fi RPG Exodus will not feature gender-locked romance options, allowing players to pursue relationships regardless of their chosen protagonist's gender. This approach offers greater player freedom in character customization and relationship development.
Aiming to supercharge The Blood of Dawnwalker's early mods, Nexus Mods release their own "streamlined" open-source Unreal modding tools
Nexus Mods has released open-source Unreal Engine modding tools to streamline the process for games like Rebel Wolves' upcoming RPG, The Blood of Dawnwalker. These tools aim to simplify tasks such as asset cooking and packaging, allowing modders to create and publish content more easily. The release is intended to foster a robust modding community early on for Unreal Engine titles, potentially avoiding the fate of other similarly built games.
Grand Theft Auto 5 – nopixel V Trailer
A trailer has been released for the NoPixel V mod for Grand Theft Auto 5. The trailer showcases various role-playing scenarios and gameplay elements within the popular mod.
Paradox Interactive's Afterworld wants to entice new players to grand strategy with tasty RPG hooks
Paradox Interactive's upcoming grand strategy game, Afterworld, aims to attract new players by incorporating strong role-playing game elements into its post-apocalyptic setting. Game director Dan Lind explained that the focus on discovery and cultural development, alongside RPG-like tribe origins, is intended to make the genre more accessible. The game builds upon Paradox's legacy of complex strategy titles like Crusader Kings III and Stellaris, but with a fresh approach to player onboarding.
"People stopped making games like this": Former Path of Exile boss sticks up for one of the most underrated…
Former Path of Exile boss Chris Wilson praises Legend of Grimrock as a revival of classic dungeon crawler mechanics that have fallen out of vogue. He laments that games like this are no longer commonly made, with the genre's popularity waning after the advent of full 3D environments and titles like Doom and Diablo.
The Blood of Dawnwalker Review – Gimme the Night
The Blood of Dawnwalker is an ambitious action RPG that explores themes of responsibility and consequence through its unique 30-day countdown mechanic and dual human/vampire gameplay. Despite rough edges in presentation and some repetitive activities, the game's compelling narrative and meaningful choices make it a worthwhile experience.
The Blood of Dawnwalker review - Time well spent
The Blood of Dawnwalker is a brilliant debut from Rebel Wolves, featuring a compelling time-mechanic system that weighs player decisions heavily. Despite minor gripes about enemy variety and dated animations, its satisfying combat, deep narrative choices, and engaging vampire theme make it a standout RPG. The game successfully balances its 30-day time limit with player freedom, offering a rich experience that encourages multiple playthroughs.
Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest creators' Xbox 360 RPG Blue Dragon is finally playable on PC thanks to fans
Hironobu Sakaguchi's Xbox 360 RPG, Blue Dragon, is now playable on PC thanks to a fan-made port called re:Blue. This unofficial release offers enhancements like 4K visuals, keyboard and mouse support, and higher frame rates for those who own the original game.
Steam Week in Review: Here are the top 10 most popular genres on Steam
A new report analyzing Steam revenue data reveals that sandbox games have the highest 'hit rate,' meaning the largest percentage of games within the genre earn over $100,000. First-person shooters, RPGs, and simulation games also show strong performance. The study used the Boxleiter method to estimate sales based on review counts.
Star Wars Zero Company's permadeath makes it a better RPG than most RPGs, even though it's not really an RPG
Star Wars: Dark Forces' permadeath system makes it a more impactful RPG than many traditional titles, despite its tactical game origins. The developer Bit Reactor has successfully integrated systemic and authored storytelling, creating a profound sense of consequence through permanently killable characters.
The Witcher 4 narrative lead also wanted Geralt as the protagonist at first, but he "will always have an important…
Philipp Weber, narrative lead for The Witcher 4, addressed fan concerns about Geralt not being the main protagonist, stating that Geralt will always have an important role. Weber acknowledged that he initially felt the same way but emphasized CD Projekt Red's commitment to proving Ciri will be a worthy main character. The upcoming game is slated for release in 2028, with The Witcher 3 Remastered and the Songs of the Past expansion also mentioned.
I'm locked out of Lae'zel's best ending in my Baldur's Gate 3 no weapons run, and I totally regret…
The author details their experience completing Baldur's Gate 3 with a self-imposed no weapons challenge, leading to regret over missing Lae'zel's best ending due to the inability to use the Orphic Hammer. Despite the success of the challenge, the player reflects on the unintended consequences and the game's dynamic combat system.
Warlock is "building on the shoulders of giants" as a D&D game, but just like Baldur's Gate 3 you…
Invoked Studios' upcoming Dungeons & Dragons game, Warlock, was showcased at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026, featuring cinematics, combat, and exploration. Creative director Jeffrey Hattem stated the game builds on D&D's legacy while adding unique elements and new spells, aiming to be accessible to both newcomers and long-time fans. Hattem also distinguished Warlock from Baldur's Gate 3, emphasizing its standalone narrative.
Forget Slaying Dragons — This New D&D Game Hands You a Tavern Instead
Dungeons & Dragons: Long Rest Tavern, developed by Homo Ludens and published by Dotemu, is a new PC title set to release in 2027. Players will manage a tavern in the Forgotten Realms, focusing on expansion, decoration, recipe crafting, and serving adventurers. Satisfied patrons can be sent on quests, with outcomes influenced by D20 rolls and party composition, while an overarching plot involving a ghost bard unfolds.
Asimov’s Foundation Is Getting A Video Game — Just Not The One Fans Asked For
A new game based on Isaac Asimov's Foundation universe, titled Foundation: Galactic Frontier, is set to be released on Steam. This title is a port of a free-to-play mobile game that combines real-time strategy mechanics with base building and hero collection, rather than the RPG that fans had hoped for. Developer FunPlus International AG has not yet provided a release date for the PC version.
The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past expansion doesn't have to make the RPG "feel different" because it's still "relevant" after 11 years, says CD Projekt Red dev
CD Projekt Red and Fool's Theory developers discuss the upcoming expansion 'Songs of the Past' for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, set to release in 2027. They emphasize that the expansion aims to enhance the existing game rather than drastically change its feel, as the 2015 RPG is still considered highly relevant and well-aged. The article also touches upon improvements in the recent remaster, including smoother combat and visual upgrades.
