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After 15 years, I've got Microsoft's shunned Fable 3 port to work on PC – and it feels like a new RPG
Despite being 16 years old, the PC version of Fable 3 offers a surprisingly fresh RPG experience, especially when run at 4K resolution. The author argues that this version surpasses the current Xbox Game Pass streaming option and advocates for its preservation, suggesting it could serve as a suitable replacement for fans awaiting Fable 4.
Fallout veteran Brian Fargo says "I LOATHE companions that point out the obvious," and that's why his new RPG won't feature an annoying sidekick
Brian Fargo, founder of inXile Entertainment and a veteran of the Fallout series, has stated that Clockwork Revolution will not feature an annoying companion. He expressed his dislike for characters that constantly point out the obvious, aiming for a companion in his new RPG that only speaks when it has something genuinely new or funny to say. This design philosophy is rooted in Fargo's belief that even older games treated players with intelligence, a principle he aims to uphold in Clockwork Revolution, which is slated for release in 2027.
Game Demos
Altered Alma is a PC game available on Steam that blends Metroidvania gameplay with RPG elements, dating sim features, and a pixel-art style. The game also features a compelling story.
A NOTE FROM BETHESDA GAME STUDIOS
Bethesda Game Studios outlined its future plans, confirming ongoing development for Starfield, Fallout 5, and The Elder Scrolls VI using Creation Engine 3. The studio also announced remasters for Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas, a new Fallout 76 expansion titled Raven Rock, and a new Fallout project with Obsidian Entertainment. Additionally, they highlighted the success of their Creations platform and the upcoming Fallout Shelter television series.
Archiv des Vergessens - Free Online Browser Game
Archiv des Vergessens is a new browser game where players embark on expeditions to collect memory fragments and rebuild an archive. The game features character recruitment, artifact forging, and boss battles across ten chapters, with background progression even when offline.
You're the New CEO in Alpine Cyberpunk RPG Holonoptic, Out Now on Steam
Holonoptic, a story-rich economic simulation with RPG mechanics set in an alpine cyberpunk world, is now available on PC via Steam. Developed solo by Kevin Bloch over six years, the game puts players in the role of a CEO managing a Swiss conglomerate under the control of an AI named Geist. The game features deep economic simulation, psychological traits for the CEO, and multiple ideological paths leading to over 10 different endings.
Sorry for Winning bets on creature fusion over fixed rosters in its Solana RPG
Sorry for Winning is a free-to-play creature-collector RPG on Solana that differentiates itself with a fusion mechanic, allowing players to create unique creatures rather than collecting pre-designed ones. The game is part of a broader Revenue2Earn platform where players can earn and convert in-game currency, with a deflationary token, $SRY, underpinning the economy and rewarding referrals.
Volcano Princess coming to Nintendo Switch later this month, prologue demo out now
Volcano Princess, an RPG-parenting simulation, will be released on the Nintendo Switch on July 30, 2026, nearly three years after its initial announcement. A prologue demo is available now on the Nintendo eShop, though save data will not transfer to the full game. The game features over 50 possible endings based on player choices and includes new content for the Switch version.
Culdcept Begins review: Reshuffling the deck
Culdcept Begins offers a compelling blend of Monopoly-style board movement and strategic card battling, despite a generic story. The game's strength lies in its deep gameplay mechanics, where players collect magic points, summon creatures, and build territories. While the UI can be cluttered and luck plays a role, the over 400 unique cards and multiple deck-building options provide significant depth and replayability. The game is available on Nintendo Switch.
Final Fantasy Resonance reveals new trailer
Square Enix has released a second trailer for Final Fantasy Resonance, showcasing more of the HD-2D RPG. The game features cinematic pixel art, strategic turn-based battles with enemy staggering, and the ability to summon Final Fantasy legends as 'Visions' to aid in combat. Final Fantasy Resonance is set to launch on Nintendo Switch on October 22, 2026.
Final Fantasy Resonance Trailer is a Mix of Bleeding Edge Pixel Art and Sweeping Music
Square Enix has released a new trailer for Final Fantasy Resonance, showcasing its HD-2D art style combined with 3D environments and special effects. The game, based on the story of the defunct Brave Exvius, features knights Rain and Lasswell on a quest involving crystals, dungeons, and cities. Final Fantasy Resonance is set to launch on October 22nd for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
The Remake Of The End Of The Greatest RPG Of All Time Review
This review discusses a remake of a highly acclaimed RPG, noting its exceptionally high metatextual elements and occasional frustrating puzzles. A particularly surprising aspect is the incorporation of real-life footage into a game that otherwise appears to be from the 1990s.
I'm already sold on The Blood of Dawnwalker, but its time-hopping sequel plans will be Rebel Wolves' make or break moment
Rebel Wolves plans to make The Blood of Dawnwalker the first installment in a series that will span centuries, featuring protagonist Coen in various time periods and locations. While the studio's ambition is exciting, the article expresses concern about the potential challenges in adapting the game's combat and gameplay for future, more modern settings, drawing parallels to the early Assassin's Creed series.
Dev says selling 300,000 copies of his dwarf RPG meant "completely changing my life" and watching tax, Steam, and publisher cuts stop him from becoming a millionaire
The solo developer behind the RPG Dwarves: Glory, Death and Loot has sold over 300,000 copies across Steam, Nintendo Switch, Android, and iOS, significantly changing their life and career. While not a millionaire due to various cuts and taxes, the developer can now work full-time on games, highlighting a success story in the challenging indie game industry.
Popular 2025 PS5 RPG 60% Off on PlayStation Store, Lowest Price
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is currently available for 60% off on the PlayStation Store as part of a limited-time Summer Sale. The PlayStation 5 RPG from Warhorse Studios can be purchased for $27.99 until July 30. The Saga Bundle, including the first game and the second game with its expansions, is also 60% off at $39.99.
Hercules no Eikou 2 Taitan No Metsubou is this week’s Console Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2
Hercules no Eikou 2 Taitan No Metsubou, an RPG originally released in 1989 by Data East, is being added to the Nintendo Switch's Console Archives lineup on July 16. The digital release will feature an English user interface and manual, though the game itself remains in Japanese. The Console Archives series enhances classic titles with modern features like save points and customizable controls.
Geneforge 3 - Detonation Announced
Spiderweb Software has announced Geneforge 3 - Detonation, a full remake of the 2005 RPG title Geneforge 3. This remake follows the pattern of previous remakes in the series, which updated the first two installments.
Where Winds Meet’s Hidden Mountain Expansion Zones Showcased in New “Concept Trailer”
Everstone Studio has released a concept trailer for the upcoming "Hidden Mountain" expansion for their free-to-play RPG, Where Winds Meet. This "massive" expansion, marking version 2.0, will introduce Mohist Hill, a region focused on skilled craftsmen and vertical exploration, featuring secrets, ancient war machines, and a pristine city. The expansion aims to honor the pursuit of wisdom and knowledge, contrasting with the previous Hexi expansion's focus on poetry and painting. Where Winds Meet is available on PC, PlayStation 5, iOS, and Android.
A forgotten dungeon crawler from the Baldur's Gate era is coming to Steam and GOG for the first time ever
SNEG is bringing the 2001 dungeon crawler Pool of Radiance: Ruins of Myth Drannor to Steam and GOG for its first-ever digital release later this year. The game, which launched during the Baldur's Gate era, was considered underwhelming due to bugs and a lack of depth. SNEG is updating the game for modern systems, with more details to be revealed closer to its Q4 launch.
In a potential first for Steam, dev turns pictures of their "very gentle" wife into a horrific RPG boss in the ultimate act of love: "She is ready to be unleashed"
Indie developer JOJOJOJOsoft is creating a turn-based RPG called Billy the Hero, where a boss character is inspired by the developer's wife. The developer explains this unique boss is for a late-game marriage system and that the inspiration came from everyday objects, including a plate of leftover KFC. The game emphasizes handmade art and uses AI only for upscaling and initial localization drafts.
