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Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Soundtrack Plus Adds New Previews for 133 Track Album
Square Enix has announced details for the Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Original Soundtrack Plus, a 133-track album releasing on April 1, 2026. The soundtrack will include songs not featured in the original album and is available for pre-order at $54.99. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is currently available on PlayStation 5 and PC, with a future release planned for Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox on PC.
Wyldheart Announced
Wayfinder Studios has announced Wyldheart, an upcoming RPG from a startup studio founded by industry veterans. An official reveal trailer has been released, offering the first look at the game.
Zero Parades devs knew they didn't want to make another cop game after Disco Elysium: 'How people think of the police these days, it's a bit different'
ZA/UM developers decided against making Zero Parades a police-themed game, similar to Disco Elysium, due to changing public perceptions of law enforcement. Instead, the team opted for a spy thriller genre, which they found to be more creatively fruitful. Principal writer Siim Sinamäe noted a shift in societal views on police since Disco Elysium's 2019 release.
Blue Reflection Quartet Game Compilation Announced
Koei Tecmo announced the Blue Reflection Quartet, a compilation of four games in the series, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC, launching digitally worldwide on July 30, 2026. The collection includes remastered versions of Blue Reflection and Blue Reflection: Second Light, alongside two new titles: Blue Reflection: Sun, a console remake of the mobile game, and Blue Reflection Ray, an adaptation of the anime series.
‘Magin: The Rat Project Stories’ is coming to PC and consoles on April 29th
Magin: The Rat Project Stories, a unique blend of card battles, non-linear adventure, and RPG elements, is set to launch on PC and consoles on April 29th. The game aims for an unconventional player experience.
This legendary Baldur's Gate 3 exploit has taken my latest solo Durge run to a new level of immersion and god-tier…
This guide details a persistent exploit in Baldur's Gate 3 that allows players to permanently equip the druid's Flame Blade spell. The method involves dismissing and re-hiring a druid hireling from Withers while they are holding the spell, effectively turning it into a permanent weapon for the player character. This exploit is particularly effective for solo runs and enhances the game's immersion and combat potential.
Crimson Desert boss admits its story needs work, but it can't be fixed now so future updates will only focus on…
Pearl Abyss CEO Heo Jin-young acknowledged that Crimson Desert's narrative needs improvement, but stated that future updates will focus solely on gameplay issues. The open-world RPG has sold over three million copies since its March 19 launch.
There's nothing 'euro' about 'eurojank,' says Stalker dev—after all, what are some of the 2000s' best RPGs if not beautiful all-American jankfests?
Designer Andrii Verpakhovskyi argues that the term 'eurojank' unfairly limits the perception of ambitious, bug-ridden games to Europe, citing American-developed titles like Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines and Fallout as prime examples. He suggests that the creativity and experimental nature found in these games, often born from limited resources and inexperienced development teams, is a broader phenomenon. The discussion also touches on how modern platforms like Steam can stifle innovation by enforcing genre conventions.
SaGa Frontier Battle Theme Gets New Dual-Guitar Arrangement by Square Enix
Square Enix Music has released a new dual-guitar arrangement of the first battle theme from SaGa Frontier, originally composed by Kenji Ito. The arrangement features performances by Zenya Sakata and Sorao Mori, with recording and mixing by Junichiro Ojima. SaGa Frontier Remastered, which includes new content and characters, is available on PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, PC, and mobile devices.
Best Rogue builds in Last Epoch Season 4
This guide details several effective Rogue builds for Season 4 of Last Epoch, focusing on Shadow-based gameplay. It presents three distinct builds: the high-skill, high-reward Shadow Rend Bladedancer for burst damage, the efficient Bladestorm Hybrid Rogue for farming, and the experimental Shadow Marksman Hybrid for a ranged playstyle.
Aether & Iron Dev Diary #6 Explores How Player Choice Shapes Storytelling
Seismic Squirrel released the sixth developer diary for Aether & Iron, focusing on narrative design and player choice. Narrative Director Tyler Whitney explains how the protagonist Gia and the smuggler-noir tone shape the branching RPG story. Aether & Iron launches on Steam on March 31, 2026, with full English voice acting and localization support.
Next Week on Xbox: New Games for March 30 to April 4
This weekly feature highlights new games arriving on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between March 30 and April 4. The upcoming releases include a variety of genres such as action platformers, co-op horror, RPGs, and puzzle games.
“Summoner Slime” Launches Its First Ranking Event! A Limited-Time Dungeon Featuring Exclusive Minions and Unique Equipment Appears!
ChoBit Co., Ltd. has launched a new limited-time event for its mobile game "Summoner Slime," featuring the game's first-ever ranking event. Players can challenge an endless dungeon to achieve high scores and earn exclusive rewards, including new minions and unique equipment. The event runs from March 27 to April 19 and is open to all players.
PS5, PS4 Owners Get 7 Capcom RPG Remasters Out Today on PS Store
Capcom has released Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection, a compilation of seven RPGs originally from the Mega Man Star Force series, for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. The collection features enhanced graphics and music, along with customization options. It is available digitally for $39.99 and has received a Metacritic score of 73.
With Bloodlines 2 behind us, it's time for a new open world Hunter: The Reckoning RPG from the creators of RoboCop: Rogue City
Teyon and Nacon have revealed Hunter: The Reckoning – Deathwish, a new semi open-world first-person RPG set in the World of Darkness universe, slated for PC release in summer 2027. Players will create a custom Hunter protagonist in New York, with gameplay inspired by immersive sims like Deus Ex and RPGs like Baldur's Gate 3. The announcement comes despite Nacon recently filing for insolvency.
Cozy Fishing - Free Online Browser Based HTML5 Game
Cat Fishing RPG is a new browser-based fishing game where players control an anthropomorphic animal character. The game features action-packed fishing combat with clicker-minigames, deep RPG progression up to level 50, and extensive upgrade systems for gear and boats across five unique biomes. It also includes a dynamic day/night cycle and charming 2D graphics.
Pearl Abyss is approaching the idea of a Crimson Desert Switch 2 port "with interest"
Pearl Abyss is exploring the possibility of porting its RPG Crimson Desert to the Nintendo Switch 2. CEO Heo Jin-young stated that while compromises would be necessary due to the console's lower specifications compared to platforms like the PlayStation 5, the company has begun research and development with interest. The game has recently surpassed 3 million sales.
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is Adding End-Game Royal Monsters This Summer
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection will receive a free Summer update introducing powerful "Royal Monsters" designed for players at Rider level 90 and higher. Additionally, the "Additional Side Story: Rudy" DLC may see an earlier release than initially anticipated. The game is available on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
Everything you need to know about Star Wars Zero Company
Star Wars Zero Company, a tactics game from Bit Reactor, is set during the Clone Wars and features squad-based combat with RPG elements. Players lead a mercenary company investigating a new Dark Side faction, with gameplay blending third-person exploration at a home base with turn-based tactical missions. The game is expected to launch in 2026 and is being published by Electronic Arts.
The Expanse: Osiris Reborn devs "do not think of ourselves as a successor to the Mass Effect series," even if the Owlcat team "really enjoyed" and take "great inspiration" from BioWare's sci-fi RPGs
Owlcat Games' upcoming RPG, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, draws significant inspiration from BioWare's Mass Effect series, particularly Mass Effect 2's suicide mission. However, the developers emphasize that they do not consider their game a direct successor, aiming to create their own distinct identity.
