RPGamer Round-Up: February 9 – February 16
Welcome to the latest edition of RPGamer’s round-up column, where we look back at some of the articles that we have posted over the intervening period. This article is designed to give reminders of some interesting content and stories that our readers might have missed.
Editorial Content
“Second verse, same as the first!” isn’t a huge problem to have when the original Tails of Iron is your baseline. Pascal Tekaia reports that a certain amount of treading water surfaces in its sequel, despite a few tweaks to the formula.
Phantom Brave returns with a new entry in the series. Featuring a graphical refresh and some inventive mechanics, Paul Shkreli finds that Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is a charming addition to Marona’s otherworldly adventures.
Go West, young gamer! Seek and explore! Catch the sights, find the treasure, just don’t stick around—as Michael Baker discovers there’s not much to keep a young’un interested in these parts.
Major News
Bandai Namco and FromSoftware revealed that Elden Ring Nightreign will launch at the end of May. The game will be available in a selection of editions.
Sony and Ultizero Games revealed that Lost Soul Aside will launch at the end of May. The action RPG received a new trailer, ahead of pre-orders opening next week.
Neowiz and Round8 Studio announced the prequel DLC for action RPG Lies of P. The Overture DLC is planned to release this summer.
Bandai Namco revealed the newest Digimon Story title. Developed by Media.Vision, Digimon Story Time Stranger is set to launch later this year.
Koei Tecmo and Omega Force revealed Warriors: Abyss. The roguelite hack-and-slash spin-off to the Warriors franchise is available on PC and consoles right now.
Level-5 announced a new May release date for Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time. The slow-life RPG will be coming to more platforms than previously revealed.
Chinese developer Eclipse Glow Games announced action adventure title Tides of Annihilation. The game is inspired by Arthurian legend and takes place in a transformed modern London.
Bandai Namco revealed a remaster for Vita title Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Battle Destiny. The remaster will launch on PC and Switch in May, being available in English for the first time.
Other News
- Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Demo Released, Dave the Diver Crossover DLC Announced
- Borderlands 4 Gets September Date
- Calamity Angels: Special Delivery Western Release Announced
- Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma Reveals Its Bachelors and Bachelorettes
- Hyper Light Breaker’s First Roadmap Revealed
- Ys Memoire: Memories of Celceta Coming to Switch in Japan
- Touhou Spell Carnival Coming to PC
- Songs of Conquest Coming to Mobile Next Month
- Dungeonfell Releasing Later This Month
New Media and Releases
- Monster Hunter Wilds Gets Launch Media, Post-Launch Updates Teased
- Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Gets Story Trailer
- The Hundred Line -Last Defense Academy- Gets More Character Trailers
- Shujinkou Trailer Shows Language-Learning Elements
- Gothic 1 Remake Shares Its Essence
- Dragonkin: The Banished Shows Its Locations
- New Release Round-Up (February 13, 2025)
Podcasts
The Final Fantasy series has come a long way since its roots on the NES. The latest entry brings a darker, more mature tone to this beloved franchise. Our panel of hosts, including Ryan C, Paul, Pascal, Wheels, and David, all join the show to debate if the Final Fantasy XVI writers watched too much Game of Thrones.
This week in Q&A Quest, we discuss upcoming releases and the latest gaming news. We also continue to discuss the goodness of Tales of Graces f.
Matt brought all his hoes. Josh is either being stalked by the most terrifying alien in the universe or a cat. Kelley debates the merits and responsibilities of a breeding table. Meanwhile, Andi observes everyone is on a Pirate Yakuza deadline. Chris has been sent to a twelve step program upstate for PoE.
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