The horror game SOMA implemented something unusual in its genre: Safe Mode, in which the monsters will never kill the player. The paradox is that Safe Mode can potentially make the game scarier.
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Phantom Blade Zero brings players into the dark, wuxia-inspired world of the Wulin. With blisteringly fast, fluid kung fu combat and gorgeous presentation, it forcefully establishes itself as a distinctly excellent, remarkable action RPG.
This one goes out to all the kittypets, the fur-babies, the pampered balls of fluff who catnap and dream of wilder things. There is adventure out in the forest depths, if one is skilled enough to sneak and pounce.
Nippon Ichi Software’s Village in the Shade blends cozy farming sim gameplay with Japanese supernatural horror. Aided by a stellar audiovisual experience and great cast of villagers, it proves to be a recipe for success.
Just2D invited RPGamer to Magdeburg, Germany, to get a hands-on look at Drova II: Torn Lands. With expanded magic, new stealth mechanics, and uncompromising old-school exploration, this sequel is shaping up to be much more than just a fresh coat of paint.
Final Fantasy Resonance draws heavily from the classic era of Final Fantasy while giving its pixel-art roots a more cinematic HD-2D presentation. Its mix of familiar elements and fresh ideas makes this a delightful experience that longtime fans are sure to appreciate.
Stupid Never Dies harkens back to the pop-punk era, flamboyantly expressing itself with humor and 2000s-era aesthetics. Its presentation, breakneck roguelike progression, strong combat, and ridiculous story make for a stupidly fun experience.
Odencat announced a PS5 release for Meg’s Monster. The turn-based RPG will arrive on the console at the start of March.
Roguelite tactical RPG Food Devils was meant to now be available on Steam Early Access. However, the game has now suffered an enforced delay due to a delay in Steam’s build review process.
The Pokémon Company announced a release date for part two of Pokémon Pokopia‘s Expansion Pass DLC. Dazzling Decorations will arrive in early December.
Owlcat Games announced a release date for its final Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader DLC. The Processional of the Damned DLC will be available on PC and consoles in just over a month.
Shiro Games announced a new expansion for Wartales. Knights of Fardensa will release next month, adding a new region and campaign, coming alongside a free update adding mounted units.
Happinet and Adglobe have revealed update plans for Brigandine: Abyss. Four updates are currently expected, with the first available now.
CI Games released a new combat gameplay trailer for Lords of the Fallen II. It comes alongside a new episode of its Lifting the Veil development discussion series.
Idea Factory International announced that Hyperspace Neptunia: Unlimited is coming west. The first new mainline entry since Megadimension Neptunia VII will release on PC and consoles next year.
ArenaNet revealed that the original Guild Wars is getting new DLC. Guild Wars Afterlife will be available for the MMORPG’s Reforged version in January.
Bethesda is celebrating is 40th anniversary. As part of those celebrations, the developer elected to the reveal the title of its latest The Elder Scrolls game, The Elder Scrolls VI: Sentinel.
Top Hat Studios and Numor Games announced that The Backworld will release on Steam this coming spring. A new trailer and plenty of new screenshots are available for the surreal horror RPG.
Top Hat Studios and Nico Papalia announced choose-your-own-adventure RPG Tales of Tuscany. The game is planned to release in early February on PC and consoles.
Chrono Studio and Kakao Games revealed new gameplay footage from upcoming MMORPG Chrono Odyssey. The four-minute video shows a solo Paladin taking on a Chrono Gate boss.
HypeTrain Digital and Studio Sever have released the Arrival prologue for Agent of Strange. The free prologue offers an introduction to the upcoming narrative roleplaying sandbox thriller.
Dancing Dragon Games revealed that tactical RPG Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga is getting new DLC. Hold the Line will add a new standalone game mode when it releases later this month.
Iron Loop Games announced a release date for tactical spell-crafting RPG Instruments of Power. The game will be available for PC via Steam.
Ocelot Technologies provided a new devlog for turn-based RPG Guild Saga: Vanished Worlds. The video and post preview some of the additions coming to its full release.
Void Dungeon is a hack-and-slash dungeon crawling action from developer TRIK Soft. Sarah Ferries was able to check it out a PAX West, and was pleased with its inclusion of ponies and eggplants.
This week’s RPGamer content features reviews for Phantom Blade Zero and Warrior Cats: Clans of the Forest, plus an editorial looking back at horror title SOMA. We also have the reveal of our streaming plans for Extra Life and the latest RPG news.
Silver Studio and Elementa Games announced a release date for Silver Palace. The free-to-play fantasy open-world action RPG will arrive on PC, PS5, and mobile in mid-December.
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