RPGamer Round-Up: August 23 – August 30

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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

Star Wars Zero Company brings some highly regarded XCOM tactical credentials to the popular sci-fi franchise. Imani Jones reports that excellent combat and a memorable cast make this an easy recommendation for strategy fans.

Elden Ring Tarnished Edition brings FromSoftware’s acclaimed RPG to Switch 2. Despite some performance issues, Imani Jones notes that its new content and portability make this version well worth considering.

NetEase and Naked Rain have revealed more information about open-world RPG Ananta. Ahead of its release date reveal at Gamescom, Jordan McClain was able to learn more about the game.

Milky Tea and Megabit have revealed supernatural action roguelite Vaewolf. Alex Fuller was able to get an early preview of the game ahead of its reveal at Gamescom.

NetEase and Joker Studios showed off some more details about ocean adventure RPG Sea of Remnants. Jordan McClain checked out a virtual preview event to learn more about the game ahead of its Gamescom trailer.

Ahead of its upcoming conclusion to the Hidden Mountain arc, NetEase and Everstone Studio revealed more info about Where Winds Meet. Jordan McClain was able to attend a virtual preview event to learn more about the game’s future and impending updates.

Game of Thrones: War for Westeros brings the world of Westeros to a traditional RTS experience. Imani Jones finds that while the preview build is limited in scope, there is plenty of potential for the full game.

RPGamer has a selection of new video versions of its editorial articles. This time around there are The Twisted Tales of Spike McFang and Gunple: Gunman’s Proof Retroviews, plus Lunar: Silver Star Story Remastered, Avowed, and Traysia reviews to check out.

 

Major Headlines

CD Projekt RED announced that a Remastered version of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is coming in September as a free upgrade for existing owners. The studio also revealed the first details and trailer for the upcoming Songs of the Past expansion.

Archetype Entertainment and Wizards of the Coast announced that Exodus will release in April. The announcement came with a new trailer focusing on octopus companion Salt.

Clear River Games announced a new release for Quintet’s action RPG Terranigma. Over thirty years after the game’s original Japanese launch, the game will finally reach North America next year.

NetEase Games and Naked Rain announced a January release date for Ananta. The free-to-play urban open-world RPG will be available on PC, PS5, and mobile.

Grinding Gear Games revealed the full release date for Path of Exile 2. The action RPG will fully launch as a free-to-play title this December.

HoYoverse announced its newest title, fantasy co-op action RPG Nodusfall. The company also announced a winter release window for Petit Planet.

Raw Fury and Bytten Studio revealed a March release window for Cassette Beasts 2002. A new trailer also reveals some of the voice cast for the monster-battling RPG.

Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel’s Mewgenics is releasing on consoles in a couple of weeks. The turn-based tactical roguelike RPG sees players hoard, breed, and train an army of cats.

Ubisoft announced a remake of classic 1999 strategy title Heroes of Might & Magic III. The remake is planned to release next year on PC and consoles.

Developer JARCORP Interactive announced turn-based RPG Amphibian. The game is inspired by classic GameCube and GBA titles, and is planned to release on PC and consoles in 2028.

 

 

Release Date Reveals

Other News

Media and New Releases

Podcasts

This week in Q&A Quest, we discuss Roguecraft DX. We also respond to a wide variety of new questions.

Chris knows kung fu and skateboards, the two most important skills. Josh gets banned from Twitch for streaming XXXCOM: After Dark. Kelley explains how to wield a dedicated brick separation tool with a cat. And we still don’t know what a paradigm is.

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Alex Fuller

Alex joined RPGamer in 2011 as a Previewer before moving onto Reviews, News Director, and Managing Editor. Became Acting Editor-in-Chief in 2018.

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