Falcom and GungHo Online Entertainment have dropped an exciting new promotional trailer for Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter, the highly anticipated remake of the beloved Japanese role-playing game. The newly released footage offers fans a stunning sizzle reel showcasing what awaits them in the continuation of Estelle and Joshua Bright’s epic adventure. The trailer…
When Pokémon Pokopia launched earlier this year, it immediately captured the hearts of fans worldwide with its innovative blend of life simulation and creature collection mechanics. Developed collaboratively by Omega Force and Game Freak, the game successfully merged the freeform building systems reminiscent of Dragon Quest Builders 2 with the charming daily interactions that have…
The debate surrounding remakes and remasters in video gaming often centers on two competing philosophies. On one hand, there exists a deep appreciation for video game history and preservation, emphasizing the importance of maintaining access to original titles in their authentic form. On the other hand, there is an equally valid argument for widening accessibility,…
The beloved RPGFan podcast Retro Encounter has returned with its 492nd episode, diving deep into a surprisingly contentious topic within the gaming community: child characters in role-playing games. Host Zach Wilkerson reunites with panelists Aleks Franiczek, Ben Love, and Paul Skevington to examine which young characters have captured players’ hearts and which ones have driven…
The Star Wars franchise has always been a study in contrasts. For every critically acclaimed film or television series, fans have endured multiple disappointing entries that failed to capture the magic of that galaxy far, far away. This pattern extends particularly to video games, where the ratio of forgettable titles to genuine classics has remained…
In an era where narrative-driven RPGs inspired by Disco Elysium have become increasingly prevalent, Travelling At Night emerges as a distinctive entry that both embraces and transcends the genre’s conventions. Developed by Weather Factory, the studio behind the acclaimed Cultist Simulator, this upcoming title weaves together cosmic horror, Cold War intrigue, and deeply personal storytelling…
The latest episode of the popular gaming podcast Random Encounter has arrived, bringing listeners an exciting double feature of reviews covering both fresh downloadable content and a nostalgic remake that has captured the hearts of longtime fans. Episode 353, playfully titled “Under the Gothic Sea,” features hosts Jono Logan and Ben Love alongside newcomer Hagen…
At the fascinating intersection where cyberpunk dystopia meets high fantasy magic exists Shadowrun, a franchise that has captivated audiences for over three decades. Originally launched as a tabletop role-playing game in 1989 by FASA Corporation, the Shadowrun universe has expanded into an impressive multimedia empire encompassing multiple campaign editions, numerous novels, and several video game…
In an era where the gaming market overflows with high-profile releases and visually stunning blockbusters, truly exceptional titles occasionally slip through the cracks unnoticed. Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch stands as a prime example of this phenomenon—a game that fills a conspicuous gap in the strategy RPG landscape with remarkable competence and elegant simplicity….
In the ever-expanding universe of independent video games, few titles manage to capture both the punishing satisfaction of Soulslike combat and the emotional depth of narrative-driven adventures. Lunarium, a stunning isometric action RPG, accomplishes precisely this feat through its tale of Ave, a young knight-in-training from the peaceful Starfall Village, and Lune, a mysterious celestial…
