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Deathbulge: Battle of the Bands Review | TheXboxHub
Deathbulge: Battle of the Bands is a turn-based RPG that blends music and combat with vibrant characters and surreal locations, drawing comparisons to Costume Quest. Players control the metal band Deathbulge in a deadly Battle of the Bands competition, where music can both heal and damage. The game features a unique combat system utilizing guitar fretboards and offers deep build customization through gear and mods.
This week in PC games: a battle royale detective game, a broken Y2K metaverse, a laptop tycoon sim, and a new Company of Heroes RTS
This week's PC game releases include a variety of genres, such as the battle royale detective game CipherMind, the Y2K metaverse puzzle-platformer Broken Reality 2000, and the laptop building tycoon simulator. Other notable titles span horror, real-time strategy, and roguelike deckbuilders, offering diverse experiences for PC players.
My newest tactical RPG obsession is a grimdark tale of sparking revolution and kicking dudes off moving vehicles
Prelude Dark Pain is a new tactical RPG from Quickfire Games that combines grimdark fantasy with revolutionary themes and engaging turn-based combat. The game features directional attacks, flanking, and a battle point system, allowing for diverse character builds and tactical approaches. Early access is set to launch on Monday, July 27, 2026, with plans for continued development and price adjustments.
What We Played – Culdcept Begins, Tears of Metal & Halo: Campaign Evolved
Several writers share their recent gaming experiences, including Culdcept Begins, Granblue Fantasy Relink, and a modded Elden Ring. Others have revisited Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, played new titles like Tears of Metal and Shards of Order, and explored classics on the AYN Thor. Remakes like Metal Gear Solid Delta and Halo, along with previews of 1666: Amsterdam, are also discussed.
Robot Rhapsody – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Robot Rhapsody is a turn-based cinematic RPG where players control a mercenary and a boy rebelling against AI in a world nearing machine singularity. The game features open-ended exploration, the ability to recruit hacked robotic enemies as party members, and a dynamic bounty system that reacts to player choices. Beta sign-ups are now open.
FZ Play: ISK Side Quest Unlocked – Mirklurk
Mirklurk: Every Step Matters, a turn-based survival RPG, is now available as a bonus game for ISK members. The game challenges players to survive by building camps, gathering resources, and engaging in strategic combat within ancient ruins and against strange creatures.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 devs were told that "no one" would like one of the RPG's best systems before it launched, lead says: "We didn't care"
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's creative director Guillaume Broche revealed that developers at Sandfall Interactive were told their game's unique blend of action and turn-based combat would be disliked by players. Despite these warnings, the team proceeded with their vision, which has since been praised, even winning multiple Game of the Year awards. Broche also commented on the charm of imperfections in games, contrasting them with overly polished but ultimately boring titles.
Free Epic games Store Game Details for July
The Epic Games Store will offer Luto and Echo Generation: Midnight Edition for free starting July 16th, continuing its weekly giveaway tradition. These PC titles, valued at approximately $45, will be available until July 23rd. Luto is a psychological horror game, while Echo Generation: Midnight Edition is an active-time battle and adventure RPG hybrid.
Prelude Dark Pain launches into Early Access on July 27th
Indie developer QUICKFIRE GAMES and publisher Firesquid announced that the turn-based dark fantasy tactical RPG Prelude Dark Pain will launch into Early Access on July 27th, 2026. The game, which has over 85,000 wishlists, will offer over 15 hours of gameplay in its first act. A demo is currently available on Steam.
[CTW] Hyakka Ryoran Master Samurai Chronicles is Now Officially Live!
CTW has officially launched G123's new turn-based idle RPG, Hyakka Ryoran Master Samurai Chronicles. The game features SD-style Master Samurai characters and idle auto-battle mechanics, with players able to intervene by unleashing the protagonist's Spirit. The game is free-to-play with optional in-game purchases.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 lead says the idea turn-based RPGs are "old-school" is "total nonsense," because they're "incredibly satisfying" in a way action games aren't
Guillaume Broche, director of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, argues that the idea of turn-based RPGs being 'old-school' is 'total nonsense,' stating they offer a unique and incredibly satisfying intellectual reward that action games do not. He contrasts the strategic planning and execution in turn-based combat with the dexterity-focused gameplay of action titles like Devil May Cry, emphasizing the brain-rewarding nature of the former.
Exploring Sabotage Studio's creative strategy
Sabotage Studio president and creative director Thierry Boulanger discusses the studio's strategy for financial and creative sustainability in the current video game industry downturn. He highlights the success of their self-published turn-based RPG Sea of Stars, funded partly through Kickstarter, and the decision to release substantial free DLC for the game.
Monster Hunter Stories 3 gets a Rudy DLC side story
Capcom has released the Additional Side Story: Rudy DLC for Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, available on PlayStation 5, PC, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series consoles. This DLC features the Felyne character Navirou and the elder dragon Nergigante. A free update also introduced Royal Monsters and a new Hard difficulty level.
Capcom Spotlight Showcase Announced for June 25th
Capcom announced a Spotlight showcase event for June 25th, featuring Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and the Dragon's Dogma 2 expansion Dark Arisen. The showcase will likely detail new endgame content for Monster Hunter Stories 3 and expansion details for Dragon's Dogma 2. Onimusha: Way of the Sword is a new entry in the franchise, set for a September release, with rumors suggesting an earlier launch date to avoid competition with Grand Theft Auto 6.
Space Grunts: Chrono Shard Released
Space Grunts: Chrono Shard, a roguelike turn-based RPG, has been released for Windows PC. It is available on the Epic Games Store, GOG.com, and Steam, with Steam also supporting macOS and Linux versions.
New CTW Game "Hyakka Ryoran Master Samurai Chronicles" Officially Announced! Pre-registration Now Open!
CTW Inc. has officially announced its new turn-based idle RPG, Hyakka Ryoran Master Samurai Chronicles, for the G123 platform. Based on the Hyakka Ryoran Samurai Girls series, pre-registration is now open, allowing players to access the game instantly on smartphones or PC browsers without installation. The game features Master Samurai characters and a story set in Buou Gakuen Juku.
Playable Steam demo announced for 'Age of Legacy', an unforgiving 1v1 turn-based roguelike RPG
Chaotic Order Games has announced a playable Steam demo for Age of Legacy, an unforgiving 1v1 turn-based roguelike RPG. The demo will be available on July 10th, allowing players to experience the game's permadeath mechanic and intense tactical combat. The full game is being developed by a solo developer and will be self-published.
Final Fantasy Resonance devs comment on why turn-based RPGs are resurging
Final Fantasy Resonance, a reimagining of Brave Exvius with HD-2D visuals and turn-based combat, is set to release on October 22 for Nintendo Switch. Producers Keisuke Nakashima and Hiroto Furuya discussed the resurgence of turn-based RPGs, attributing it to creators revisiting their roots and the genre's suitability for handheld gaming.
Final Fantasy Resonance lead says games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 are leading a turn-based resurgence because "creators who grew up playing JRPGs" are now making them themselves
Final Fantasy Resonance director Hiroto Furuya believes the resurgence of turn-based RPGs is driven by creators who grew up playing JRPGs and are now making games themselves. He points to titles like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Baldur's Gate 3 as examples of this trend, suggesting a broader movement to revisit and rework nostalgic gaming experiences.
Why Turn-Based RPGs Are Resurging, According to Final Fantasy Resonance Devs
The director of Final Fantasy Resonance attributes the resurgence of turn-based RPGs to creators who grew up playing the genre now developing their own games. This trend reflects a growing interest in classic RPG mechanics among both developers and players.