New Release Round-Up (July 31, 2025)

Welcome to RPGamer’s new release round-up. In this column, we look to provide our readers with details on the major RPGs released this week. Please note we do not currently include Early Access releases where the game is still in development. Pricing is shown in US dollars before application of any discounts, local pricing may vary.

9 Years of Shadows

Metroidvania 9 Years of Shadows follows Europa, a young warrior in a world gripped by darkness and despair for the last nine years following a curse that emanated from Talos Castle. All of those who have entered to try and remove the curse have failed. Armed with her halberd, Europa enters the castle and encounters Apino, a magical bear able to heal and remove the corruption.

Harvest Moon: The Lost Valley / Harvest Moon: Skytree Village

Farming sim Harvest Moon: The Lost Valley sees players controlling a male or female character who gets caught in an unexpected snowstorm. Encountering a Harvest Sprite, they learn that all of the seasons except for winter have vanished. Players are tasked with restoring the seasons by using their farming skills as well as gaining the help of the villagers, the Harvest Sprites, the Harvest Goddess, and the King of the Underworld.

Harvest Moon: Skytree Village takes players to a land known as the Oasis of the Harvest Goddess, which was previously lush but became arid as the power of the Harvest Goddess started to wane. Players control a male or female farmer tasked with reviving the seven Skytrees to restore the Harvest Goddess’s power and the land to its former health. Both games allow players to find a romantic partner and start their own family, as well as plant different crops and raise various animals.

Mado Monogatari: Fia and the Wondrous Academy

Dungeon-crawler Mado Monogatari: Fia and the Wondrous Academy is the latest entry in the Mado Monogatari dungeon-crawler franchise that started in 1990, with the previous title being released in the west as Sorcery Saga: Curse of the Great Curry God in 2013. It follows a girl named Fia, who has managed to enroll at the Ancient Magic Academy after making the long journey from her hometown. She aims to become a Great Mage but first must overcome the challenges of her schoolwork, professors, and certain odd happenings while trying to make friends.

Metro Quester | Osaka

Dungeon crawler Metro Quester | Osaka is intended to be reminiscent of 1980s video games and is set in a world designed by manga artist Kazushi Hagiwara (Bastard!!), with game design from Hironori Kato (Dark Souls and Elden Ring tabletop RPGs). The game sees players explore desolate dungeons in the city of Osaka. It includes thirty-two characters with eight classes as well as features including a bestiary and New Game Plus mode.

Noctuary

Noctuary blends visual novel and action RPG gameplay, and is set in the fairy tale-like world of Inlixaland, which is beset by monsters called Darkritters. It follows the duo Fancia Dream and Alina Nightsong, who seek to become guardians known as Arborangers and come across a mysterious girl who falls from the sky. The game features action combat, with players able to switch between characters who have their own skills and fighting styles.

Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven

Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is a full remake of Super Famicom RPG Romancing SaGa 2. The game is set in the Varennes Empire, which has an ancient legend of seven great heroes who will save the kingdoms within. However, its capital is suddenly attacked by one of the seven heroes. Leading to events that begin a multi-generational war between the empire and the seven heroes. Those looking to read more about Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven can check out Michael Apps’s review of its Nintendo Switch release.

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