New Release Round-Up (May 21, 2026)

Welcome to RPGamer’s new release round-up. In this column, we look to provide our readers with details on the major RPGs released since our last update. 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.

Darksiders Warmastered Edition

Darksiders Warmastered Edition is a remaster of the original 2010 Darksiders action RPG. It tells the story of War, one of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, who finds himself tricked into bringing about the end of the world. Accused of betraying the most sacred laws, War must travel to a war-scorched Earth to prove his innocence. The game received two sequels, Darksiders II and Darksiders III, as well as spin-off prequel Darksiders Genesis. A new title, Darksiders 4, is currently in development.

Rune Dice

Rune Dice is a roguelite tactical dicebuilder. The game features eight classes to choose from, each with its own set of heroes, special dice, and magical abilities with which to challenge a fantasy adventure. Players use dice, relics, and runes to create their playstyle, obtaining more dice by being victorious in combat or purchasing them from shops.

Starbites

Turn-based mecha RPG Starbites is set on the war-torn planet of Bitter and follows rookie scavenger Lukida, whose life changes after encountering a being called the Oracle. Combat makes use of a Driver’s High mechanic, where a gauge increased by attacking or taking damage allows players to interrupt the usual turn order. Those looking to read more about Starbites can check out RPGamer’s review of its PlayStation 5 version. A dedicated Nintendo Switch 2 version is planned to release at a later date.

Tales of Arise

Tales of Arise is set on the twin planets Rena and Dahna, with Rena holding dominion over Dahna for the past 300 years. Its two main protagonists are Alphen and Shionne. Alphen is a young man in an iron mask who is unable to feel pain and who aims to free the people of Dahna. Shionne is a woman from Rena whose touch inflicts pain and who decides to join Alphen in his fight against Rena. Those wishing to read more about Tales of Arise can check out Luis Mauricio’s review of the PlayStation 5 version. The Nintendo Switch 2 version includes the game’s Beyond the Dawn expansion as well as additional in-game costumes and items.

Toujinmakyouden Hercules no Eikou

Toujinmakyouden Hercules no Eikou is the first title in the Glory of Heracles series, which is based on Greek mythology. The game sees players controlling the hero Heracles/Hercules, who embarks on a journey to defeat the Demon King Hades and rescue the goddess Venus from the underworld. The series received four entries developed by Data East that were only released in Japan, while a fifth entry was created by Paon and released for Nintendo DS in North America in 2010 as Glory of Heracles. The game’s user interface and manual are available in English, but the game content is Japanese only.

Zero Parades: For Dead Spies

Narrative espionage RPG Zero Parades: For Dead Spies follows operant Hershel Wilk, aka CASCADE, in the city of Portofiro. She is still haunted by a failed mission that took place five years ago, but is suddenly recalled to undertake a mysterious mission and prove herself once again. Player choices can impact other characters’ loyalty, available paths, and the state of Hershel’s mind. The story is stated to be built to encourage players to continue even if they fail at their current task. A PlayStation 5 release is planned to follow later in the year.

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