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Playground Games says Fable's story will last between '15-20 hours' or double that with other open-world content, and the life systems are 'limitless'
Playground Games has revealed that Fable's main story will take approximately 15-20 hours to complete, with an additional 15-20 hours of side content. Associate game director Will Kennedy emphasized that the game's life systems, including interactions with over 1,000 NPCs and property ownership, offer limitless replayability. The game is set to launch on February 23, 2027, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Unique PS5 RPG Party Game Gets Free Demo on PlayStation Store
A free demo for the chaotic 4-player RPG party game, The Prinny Party: Going Overboard!, is now available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. Developed by Nippon Ichi Software, the demo features a 'Super-Spicy mode' and allows players to experience core gameplay mechanics like earning experience, acquiring equipment, and cooperative boss battles. The full game is set to launch on November 11, 2026.
New PlayStation 5 RPG in Hit Long-Running Series Gets Release Date
Koei Tecmo announced that Gust's new PlayStation 5 RPG, Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories, will be released on February 25, 2027. The game will also launch on other current-gen platforms and will feature a standard and a Premium Box edition.
CD Projekt RED’s Hadar is “Still in the Concept Phase,” But Its Team is Expanding Later This Year
CD Projekt RED's new intellectual property, Project Hadar, remains in the concept phase but is set to expand its development team to 50 members by the end of the year. While details are scarce, it is expected to be a role-playing game with an open-world experience, potentially featuring melee combat.
Astonishia Story remake revealed for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
NIS America and Purple have announced that the Astonishia Story remake is planned for release on February 11, 2027, for both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. This updated version of the 1994 Korean RPG will feature enhanced visuals and refined mechanics, including grid-based battles and the ability to recruit mercenaries.
I’m an ethical muncher in The Blood of Dawnwalker, which means I’ve forced poor Coen to slurp up nine million rats
This article explores the ethical choices presented in the role-playing game The Blood of Dawnwalker, focusing on the protagonist Coen's vampiric diet. The author discusses their personal approach to making Coen's actions as morally palatable as possible, such as feeding on rats instead of humans, and how the game's lack of explicit judgment encourages player introspection on these choices.
Final Fantasy Resonance preview - HD-2D reveals its final form
Final Fantasy Resonance, Square Enix's first HD-2D title, is set to release on October 22 for multiple platforms including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC. The game, loosely based on Final Fantasy Brave Exvius, features a classic turn-based combat system and impressive visuals that blend 2D sprites with 3D environments. Early impressions suggest a polished and modern gameplay experience despite its retro inspirations.
LOTR Fans Need To “Be Patient,” Kingdom Come Dev Says About New Middle-earth RPG
Warhorse Studios has stated that fans will need to be patient for more information regarding their upcoming open-world RPG set in Middle-earth. The developer, owned by Embracer, is also working on a new Kingdom Come game and movie. Other companies like Crystal Dynamics and Aspyr Media are also involved with The Lord of the Rings game properties.
Fable's story will be '15-20 hours' long, according to its game director, although the game's life…
Playground Games' Fable reboot will feature approximately 15-20 hours of mainline quest gameplay, with an additional 15-20 hours of side content and exploration. Associate game directors Will Kennedy and Craig Litter noted that the game's life systems offer potentially limitless playtime. The RPG has been delayed to 2027 to avoid launching alongside Grand Theft Auto 6.
The Witcher 4 is confirmed for a 'targeted' 2028 release window
CD Projekt RED has confirmed that The Witcher 4 is targeting a 2028 release window, with joint CEO Michał Nowakowski stating it will be their most ambitious game to date. The title will feature Ciri as the main protagonist and utilize Unreal Engine 5. Additionally, the third major expansion for The Witcher 3, 'Songs of the Past', is set to release in 2027 for Windows, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time Is Finally Out on Mobile!
Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time, developed and published by Level-5, has been released on Android for $24.99, following its May 2025 launch on PC and consoles. The mobile version includes cross-play and cross-save features, along with exclusive costumes inspired by Professor Layton and Yo-kai Watch. The game allows players to explore a mysterious island, travel through time, and utilize a job system with 14 different 'Lives' to rebuild the land.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is "the eternal game," says Final Fantasy 15 actor: "The perfect encapsulation of what a roleplaying game should be"
Voice actor Ray Chase, known for his role as Noctis in Final Fantasy 15, praises Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 as the "eternal game" and a perfect encapsulation of what a roleplaying game should be. The article also touches on Warhorse Studios' controversial stance on AI in game development, despite the positive reception of their RPG.
CD Projekt Red is "targeting" a 2028 release date for The Witcher 4, per a new update from the developer
CD Projekt Red is targeting a 2028 release for The Witcher 4, describing it as their most ambitious game to date. Over 500 developers are working on the new RPG saga, which will feature a large open world and impactful story. The developer also provided an update on The Witcher 3's upcoming DLC, Songs of the Past, which will be shown at Gamescom and star Geralt.
Witcher 4 Release Window Narrowed Down, As Dev Teases “A Surprise Or Two” At Gamescom About Other Things
CD Projekt Red has indicated that The Witcher 4 is targeting a 2028 release, with over 500 developers currently working on the project. While no Witcher 4 news is expected at Gamescom, the company will showcase The Witcher 3's new Songs of the Past DLC and tease "a surprise or two." This title will be the first in a new trilogy of Witcher games planned for release within a six-year window.
Ray Chase, the voice of Cyclops in X-Men '97, has '1,000 freaking hours' in Slay the Spire and is running a 'smell build' in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2: ' I wear perfumes and walk into battle with my fancy boy outfit'
Voice actor Ray Chase, known for his roles in X-Men '97 and Final Fantasy 15, discusses his extensive playtime in Slay the Spire, accumulating over 1,000 hours. He also details a unique 'smell build' in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and his love for lightweight PC games like Brotato.
RPG companions need to be hateable, otherwise nobody's going to love them
This opinion piece argues that RPG companion characters should be intentionally flawed and even unlikeable to create more compelling storytelling and deeper player attachment. The author uses examples from Baldur's Gate 3, highlighting how Gale's 'petty' reaction to criticism makes him more three-dimensional, contrasting this with the blandness of characters in Dragon Age: The Veilguard. The article suggests that imperfections in characters mirror real-life relationships, fostering a sense of realism and immersion for players.
There Are Many Solid The Elder Scrolls 6 Subtitle Theories Based on Xbox Boss Asha Sharma’s Asterisk-Filled Tease — but Let’s Rule Out Skyrim 2 Right Now
Xbox boss Asha Sharma's cryptic tweet about The Elder Scrolls 6, using asterisks for the subtitle, has sparked numerous fan theories. While many possibilities exist, the article dismisses the idea of it being 'Skyrim 2'.
Building Berlin by Night. How Oaths and Ashes is redefining the Vampire: The Masquerade visual novel
Vampire: The Masquerade - Oaths and Ashes is a new visual novel from Revive the Spark set in a modern-day Berlin, reimagining the classic Vampire: The Masquerade setting. Players can experience the story through the eyes of Alice, a devoted Camarilla Ventrue, and Lenz, a Thin-blood. The game aims to advance the visual novel genre with player choices impacting the city's political structure and a potion-making minigame, while focusing on the core feeling of managing the predator within and the cost of power.
Narrative RPG The Life and Suffering of Prince Jerian Is Out on Steam
Schisma Games and 101XP have released The Life and Suffering of Prince Jerian, a narrative RPG set in the same universe as The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante. Players assume the role of Prince Jerian, heir to the Blessed Arknian Empire, navigating complex political and social challenges. The game is available on PC via Steam and features new mechanics alongside systems from its predecessor.
Cyberpunk 2077 has finally made me the corpo baddie of my dreams, even if this RPG makes me think hard about being…
This article explores a player's experience with a 'corpo' playthrough of Cyberpunk 2077, focusing on making morally questionable choices to regain status within the Arasaka corporation. The author details how this character build leads to difficult decisions, such as betraying allies like Jackie Welles, and reflects on the impact of these choices on the game's narrative and endings.
