RPGamer Round-Up: October 12 – October 19

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.

 

  

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Editorial Content / Special Event

• Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter Review

Nihon Falcom returns to the first game in the Trails series with its full remake of Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter. Ryan Costa sees if its updated combat system and revamped visuals breathe new life into the long-running series’ opener.

• Extra Life 2025

RPGamer is proud to once again be participating in Extra Life. Find out how to join us in helping sick kids and funding research on the second weekend in November.

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Major News

• Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy Announced

Square Enix announced a new Dissidia Final Fantasy spin-off. Dissidia Duellum Final Fantasy is a free-to-play mobile team boss battle arena game planned to release next year, with a closed beta coming soon.

• Of Ash and Steel Launching in November

Publisher tinyBuild and developer Fire & Frost Studios announced a release date for Of Ash and Steel. The open-world low-fantasy action RPG will release for PC early next month.

• Phantom Brigade Getting Version 2.0 Update in November

Brace Yourself Games announced a version 2.0 overhaul for Phantom Brigade. The free update for the mecha tactical RPG will release next month.

 

 

 

• Octopath Traveler 0 Shows More Characters

Square Enix revealed new details for Octopath Traveler 0. The update reveals a quintet of additional characters, plus two facilities players can install in their hometown.

• Witchbrook Pushed to Next Year

Chucklefish announced that it has pushed back the release window for Witchbrook. The fantasy life sim is now planned to release for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, and Switch 2 in 2026.

• Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader Heading to Switch 2, Dark Heresy Open Alpha Announced

Owlcat Games revealed that it is bringing Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader to Switch 2. In addition, the developer will be releasing an open alpha for Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy later this year.

• Borderlands 4 First Wave of DLC Revealed

The first wave of DLC for looter shooter Borderlands 4 has been revealed. It includes both paid and free content set to be released through October to December.

 

Other News

• Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter Update Includes First-Person Mode
• Tales of Old: Dominus Launching in November
• Mado Monogatari: Fia and the Wondrous Academy Coming to PC in 2026
• Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion Updates Adds New Bosses, More
• Genshin Impact Version Luna II Releasing Next Week
• Wildkeepers Rising Leaving Early Access Next Week
• Celestial Return Kickstarter Campaign Underway
• Banner of the Maid Physical Release Announced for Nintendo Switch
• The Lonesome Guild Gets New Trailer
• Disciples: Domination Gets Gameplay Trailer, Demo
• Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection Trailer Shows Female Protagonist Option
• Digimon Story Time Stranger Gets Prelude Animation Short
• Godbreakers Showcases Its Lore
• Exodus Gets New Images, Founders Q&A Video
• New Release Round-Up (October 16, 2025)

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Podcasts

• Episode 415: The Gang Talks About Hades – Q&A Quest
• Episode 416: The Gang Fails to Answer Questions – Q&A Quest

In this episode, we continue to talk about the joy that is Hades II. We also answer questions and discuss the slate of upcoming releases.

• RPG Cast – Episode 789: “Memory Card Death-Trap”

Ryan thinks knaifu is best waifu. Kelley tips her personal litter pick-up ninja. Chris likes coffee that doesn’t taste like poop; unfortunately, he can’t escape Tim Horton’s.