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KOEI TECMO Opens Digital Pre-orders for BLUE REFLECTION Quartet, Launching July 30, 2026
KOEI TECMO America and Gust have announced that digital pre-orders for BLUE REFLECTION Quartet are now available for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam, with a release date of July 30, 2026. This compilation includes all four titles in the BLUE REFLECTION series, featuring the two console games, a summary of the anime BLUE REFLECTION: RAY, and the first console port of BLUE REFLECTION: SUN. Pre-ordering before July 29, 2026, grants a special set of four photo frames for use in BLUE REFLECTION: Second Light.
2017 PS Vita, PS4 RPG Comes to PS5 in Fantastic Value Package
Koei Tecmo and Gust are releasing Blue Reflection Quartet for PlayStation 5 on July 30, 2026. This collection includes the original 2017 PlayStation Vita game Blue Reflection, the 2021 title Blue Reflection: Second Light, and two new entries, Blue Reflection: Ray and Blue Reflection: Sun, which are new to consoles. The bundle also features a reference database with lore and artwork.
Accidentally thrusting Morrowind to death just got more difficult, thanks to engine reimplemention OpenMW's chunky new update
The OpenMW engine reimplementation for The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind has received its 0.51.0 update, introducing significant improvements for modders and gameplay stability. Key changes include fixes for attack-related game-breaking bugs, the ability to create magic effects via the scripting API, and enhanced installation detection for easier setup.
New Crimson Desert update finally solves the case of the missing outdoor furniture
Pearl Abyss has released update 1.12.01 for Crimson Desert, addressing issues such as disappearing outdoor furniture and the inability to climb moving objects. The update is available on PlayStation, Xbox, and Steam, with PC and Mac App Store versions to follow. Despite initial middling reviews, Crimson Desert has achieved over 6 million sales worldwide since its March release.
ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies Review
ZERO PARADES: For Dead Spies is a narrative-driven RPG that, despite real-world controversies surrounding its predecessor Disco Elysium and its creators, stands as a compelling espionage adventure. The game features a gripping story, intricate dialogue systems that manifest as inner voices, and a complex protagonist, though its initial act can feel slow and directionless.
Power Of Darkness - Free Online Browser Game
Power Of Darkness is a new turn-based RPG browser game developed by 5420 Games, playable instantly online without downloads. The game features HTML5/JavaScript technology, allowing for offline play, and focuses on exploration, tactical spell combat, character progression, and a narrative about a wizard saving his cursed son.
RPG veteran Josh Sawyer says sometimes game designers "go overboard in removing friction"
RPG veteran Josh Sawyer, director of Fallout: New Vegas and Pentiment, believes game designers sometimes remove too much friction from their games, potentially harming the player experience. He discussed this balance while reflecting on the Spirit Eater mechanic in Neverwinter Nights 2: Mask of the Betrayer, noting that while friction can be challenging, it should also feel integral and not overwhelming.
CD Projekt Red boss believes some fans were forever burned by Cyberpunk 2077's disastrous launch: 'I'm convinced that we lost the faith of some people indefinitely'
CD Projekt Red co-CEO Michał Nowakowski believes the disastrous launch of Cyberpunk 2077 permanently alienated some players, despite the game's eventual redemption through patches and the Phantom Liberty expansion. He hopes future titles like The Witcher 4 will help regain lost trust. The studio aims to become a more prolific developer without releasing a major title annually.
Coming Out in gaming this week — June 22, 2026
Several new games are launching this week, including Dark Scrolls, NONEWORLD, and Sand: Raiders of Sophie on June 22nd. Pawsome Resort and Deer & Boy will follow on June 23rd and 24th respectively. Dead or Alive 6: Last Round and Star Fox, a remake of Lylat Wars, are set to release on June 25th for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Square Enix explains how it came up with the name for Final Fantasy 7 Revelation
Square Enix director Naoki Hamaguchi explained that Tetsuya Nomura chose the name 'Revelation' for the upcoming Final Fantasy 7 game because it is an easily understood word that signifies the end of the story and the truths that will be revealed. The game, which concludes the Final Fantasy 7 Remake series trilogy, is set to launch on Nintendo Switch next spring.
This Weeks 2 Free Games on Epic Games Store
The Epic Games Store is offering two free games: Citizen Sleeper, a narrative sci-fi RPG, and ROBOBEAT, a rhythm-driven rogue-lite shooter. Both titles are available at no cost until June 25 and will remain permanently in users' libraries once claimed. Citizen Sleeper, developed by Jump Over The Age, features dice-based mechanics and a deep narrative set on a space station, while ROBOBEAT combines first-person shooting with rhythm-based gameplay and allows players to import their own music.
DICE CRAWLER ANNOUNCED - A DARK FANTASY DICE DUNGEON CRAWLING ROGUELITE
Solo developer Karol Sollich has announced Dice Crawler, a dark fantasy, dice-based dungeon crawling roguelite RPG. The game features a unique dice-based combat system where dice can be rolled for skills or thrown as weapons. Dice Crawler is targeting a mid-2027 release on PC via Steam.
Monochrome Echoes – White – coming to Nintendo Switch
Publisher Mebius has announced that Monochrome Echoes – White –, an RPG originally released for PC, will be coming to the Nintendo Switch in Japan this summer. The game features hack-and-slash combat, class changes, and skill panels, with randomized dungeons and equipment. A Black variation of the game also exists, but its release on Switch has not been confirmed.
This week's Epic Games Store free games include an RPG you'll never forget and a stylish rhythm shooter
The Epic Games Store is offering Citizen Sleeper and Robobeat for free until June 25. Citizen Sleeper is a narrative-driven RPG set on a space station where players manage survival by rolling dice, while Robobeat is a rhythm-based shooter featuring fast-paced action and customizable soundtracks. Upcoming free titles include Roller Coaster Tycoon 3 and Voidwrought.
Beloved Dungeon Crawler FATE: Reawakened Opens Physical Preorders
Publisher gamigo announced that the dungeon crawler FATE: Reawakened will receive physical editions for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5, produced in partnership with Limited Run Games. Preorders are open until July 19th and include the Prometheus DLC. The physical edition costs $49.99 USD and brings the entire FATE quadrilogy with graphical overhauls and expanded language support.
Sync and Stream: GeForce NOW Connects to Members’ Game Libraries Across Devices
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service is expanding its library with new titles from various PC game stores, allowing players to stream games they already own across multiple devices. The service is also offering discounted annual memberships for its Performance and Ultimate tiers this summer. New games like Embers of the Uncrowned and Pro Cycling Manager 26 are being added, with some available through services like Xbox Game Pass.
ATLUS dévoile le casting du doublage anglais de Persona 4 Revival !
ATLUS has revealed the English voice cast for the upcoming remake, Persona 4 Revival, set to release on February 18, 2027. The announcement includes Nazeeh Tarsha as the Protagonist, Paul Castro Jr. as Yosuke Hanamura, Anne Yatco as Chie Satonaka, Brianna Knickerbocker as Yukiko Amagi, and Ari Thrash as Marie. A special broadcast on June 19 will feature producer Kazuhisa Wada discussing the game further.
PS Store Just Dropped Awesome Free PS5 RPGs Worth Playing
Two free-to-play RPGs, Mistfall Hunter and Once Human, are currently available in beta on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 5. Once Human, a multiplayer open-world shooter RPG set in a post-apocalyptic world, is also available on PC and mobile. Mistfall Hunter is described as a PvPvE extraction action RPG. Both games are slated for full free-to-play launches in 2026.
Outward 2 Early Access – 15 New Things You Need To Know
Outward 2 is set to launch in early access on PC in 2027, building upon the original's harsh survival and RPG mechanics. The sequel will feature deeper systems, overhauled combat, a dynamic open world with seasonal shifts, and new progression systems like 'Exercises' and 'Reading'. Players can expect a more demanding yet rewarding adventure with both solo and co-op options, though the early access period will involve ongoing refinements based on community feedback.
Final Fantasy Tactics Gets New Game+ and Zodiac Compatibility
Square Enix has released a new update for Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, introducing a New Game+ mode that carries over unit levels and item data. The update also adds Zodiac Compatibility, where characters' zodiac signs influence combat buffs and debuffs based on their compatibility with allies. Quality of life improvements, including language support for Korean and Chinese, are also included and available on all platforms.
