Even in queer spaces, there can be a lot of hang-ups over being one thing or the other, with those at the edges being ignored or erased. It’s time for some recognition. As much or as little as one can love, it’s all still important.
We kick off another #JRPGJuly, our month-long community game-along! To kick things off, the RPGamer staff shares what they are planning to play for this celebration of all things JRPG.
Spring hikes and sweet romances were in the air for Sam during this backloggin’ session. But did she have enough time to knock items out of her backlog?
Acrobatic Chirimenjako dives into the darkest depths of the soul in its debut visual novel, Schrödinger’s Call, providing a heart-wrenching examination of inner resolve when all of humanity is on the line.
Secret of Evermore is an Isekai where a boy and his always-changing dog go on adventures in a magical world. RPGamers familiar with Secret of Mana will find tons of similarities, except this game lets players shoot bazookas at raptors.
Final Fantasy XVI released three years ago. Its rejection of open-world filler in favor of disciplined, linear storytelling was a reminder that a true epic is measured by narrative density and emotional weight, not square footage.
At Summer Game Fest Play Days, Bandai Namco offered a preview of the upcoming entry in its action RPG fighting series. RPGamer was able to get a sneak peek at the world, characters, and combat of Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3.
Terrinoth: Heroes of Descent successfully captures the tight tactical combat and pacing of its tabletop roots, but a generic story and flat performances hold it back. While delivering a rock-solid mechanical skeleton, it ultimately lacks the soul needed to make it memorable.
The start of this month offered another packed couple of weeks of RPG announcements and reveals. We asked some of the RPGamer staff to pick out their personal highlights across all of the showcases.
This one is for all the queer, the out-of-place, the folks who make an active choice as to what fits them, rather than them fitting in with the vague and volatile social construct that is gender presentation. There’s a lot to cover and not nearly enough space, but we’re going to take it in a spectrum here.
The Remake of the End of the Greatest RPG of All Time looks to tell an interesting story about the state of remakes and how fans view them. It does just that and more, nailing an interesting visual presentation.
Tactical RPGs have been hit with an infusion of Anime art styling, colourful characters, and a card cooldown combat system. Join RPGamer as we ask Hong Jong Hyun the Producer and Studio Head of Kniv Studio more about their debut title Stardust: Wish of Witch.
Cassette Boy is a clever Zelda-like that uses perspective-based tricks for its puzzles. It’s a satisfying concept, but the biggest puzzle may be weighing it against the game’s flaws.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight offers a celebration of over 80 years of Batman history. While its ambition may not be fully realised with a few technical hiccups, it feels like the title is appropriate in all the ways that matter.
At Summer Game Fest Play Days, Cygames was on site to give an early look at Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok’s content. RPGamer was able to put some questions to the series’ Creative Director, Tetsuya Fukuhara, and Endless Ragnarok’s director, Sanshiro Hidaka.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales transforms HD-2D into a fast, rewarding action-adventure game. It trades the calmer pace of traditional HD-2D RPGs for a more energetic experience without sacrificing atmosphere or charm.
Obsidian Entertainment was at Summer Game Fest Play Days to give an early look at some of Grounded 2’s newest content. RPGamer was able to sit down and talk with Director Chris Parker about Grounded 2’s development process and impending updates.
At Summer Game Fest Play Days, Daybreak Games and the EverQuest Legends team were on-site for a preview of the MMORPG, as well as for interviews. RPGamer was able to take an early look at the game and put some questions to the development team.
What is the most magical event full of sparkle and wonder that only takes place every couple of years? Why, it’s FFXIV FanFest! Sarah Ferries provides a journal of her experience at the event, including the Jollibee and Requiem Café visits.
At Play Days HQ during Summer Game Fest, NetEase and Joker Studio were on the floor to offer an early look at free-to-play ocean adventure RPG Sea of Remnants. RPGamer was given a brief introduction to its world, characters, and combat mechanics.
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