Episode 124: The Fourth Yokai – Q&A Quest
This week in Q&A Quest, we discuss the combat systems in 3D Zelda games. We also discuss what RPGs we would like to have adapted into TV Shows.
RPGamer Latest Updates
Langrisser I & II Coming West in 2020
NIS America is bringing the remake of the first two Langrisser games to North America and Europe early next year. A limited edition has also been announced and is available to pre-order now in North America.
Code Vein Behind the Scenes Video Details Partners
NPC partners will play a key role in Code Vein, with Bandai Namco releasing a new behind the scenes video that focuses on their creation. Pre-orders are now open for the game’s digital deluxe edition.
Shenmue III Steam Backer Replacement Options Detailed
After the reveal that Shenmue III’s PC version will launch exclusively on the Epic Games Store, Deep Silver and Ys Net have detailed the options available to those backers who requested a Steam copy. PC and PlayStation 4 versions can be chosen, though refund requests will also be honoured.
Warsaw Releasing for PC in September
Gaming Company and Pixelated Milk’s World War II Warsaw has a PC release date. The game will be coming to Steam in September, with PlayStation 4 and Switch versions to follow.
Nintendo Showcases Fire Emblem: Three Houses’ Black Eagles
Nintendo has released the first in a new series of videos focusing on the three houses in the latest Fire Emblem title. The first trailer focuses on the Black Eages, led by future empress Edelgard.
Nintendo Shows Daemon X Machina’s Feedback-Driven Changes
Mecha title Daemon X Machina is releasing this September. Developer Marvelous has made a number of changes to the game as a result of feedback from its previous demo version, which are showcased in a new trailer.
Smartphone Title Utawarerumono: Lost Flag Revealed
Aquaplus has provided more information on the new Utawarerumono title announced last week. Utawarerumono: Lost Flag is a free-to-play smartphone RPG coming to iOS and Android in Japan this year.
Transistor Physical Edition Pre-Orders Begin Friday
Supergiant Games’ Transistor is among the latest games to arrive on Limited Run Games’ shelves. Take some time after the 4th of July to nab a copy.
“Maybe Tomorrow:” How Xenosaga Gave Me Self-Confidence
As part of confronting his insecurities, Jervon Perkins revisited the Xenosaga trilogy. A decade after first playing the games, he learns an important lesson about self-esteem and self-confidence.
The Surge 2 Walks Through a Gameplay Demo
The Surge 2 won’t arrive for a few months still, but a new gameplay demonstration should tide over interested players. Especially if you want to see some limbs ripped off.
Killsquad Debuts Its Aggressive Support Class
Zero is the upcoming Killsquad’s support class, but don’t let the name fool you. This Sawbones would rather pulverize limbs than mend them.
Children of Morta Signature Edition Detailed
A physical Signature Edition for Children of Morta has been announced to complement the game’s standard releases. Offering some extra goodies, this edition is exclusive to the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 releases.
Gloomhaven Goes Digital on Steam Early Access
The successful 2017 tabletop RPG Gloomhaven is going digital. While the full release is still some time away, players can check out the game in Early Access beginning in July.
Final Fantasy XIV Live-Action TV Show in the Works
The upcoming Shadowbringers expansion is giving Final Fantasy XIV veterans new story content to experience. But a new announcement confirms a live-action TV show is in the works to appeal to new and old fans alike.
Judgment Review
While Kiryu may no longer be roaming the seedy streets of Kamurocho, that doesn’t mean that the fun has to stop. Judgment explores the familiar red-light district through a detective’s eyes, but do the new mechanics merge well with the familiar brawler gameplay?
#JRPGJuly 2019 Introduction
Happy #JRPGJuly everyone! The RPGamer crew is back for another round of Chic Pixel’s annual celebration, and we are out to share what staff are going to be playing this month!
(Quite) A Few Thoughts on SaGa Scarlet Grace
SaGa Scarlet Grace is coming west! Fans of the series know what to expect — or do they? It’s said that the more things change, the more they stay the same, but for a series with such a history as a collection of oddities, it pays to know what you’re getting into.
Whatcha Playing: June 2019
Whatcha Playing is back to round up the games the staff has been playing in June. There are a couple of different forms of Dragon Quest being played while Call of Cthulhu, Phantom Dust, and Cadence of Hyrule are vying for staff gaming time.
RPGamer Round-Up: June 23 – June 30
This week’s RPGamer highlight include a review for Persona Q2, as well as some impressions for Masquerada: Songs and Shadows and an assortment of E3 indie titles. On the news front, we have information on Final Fantasy VIII’s remaster, some D&D Enhanced Edition Collector’s Packs, confirmation of Atelier Ryza’s western release, and details on a couple of upcoming JRPGs.
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