RPGamer Round-Up: September 29 – October 6
The reviews keep coming thick and fast, with looks at Final Fantasy VIII, Bloodstained, Oninaki, and more. There’s also a new Adventure Corner and plenty more RPG news.
RPGamer Latest Updates
Disc Creatures Releasing This Month
Dangen Entertainment and Picorinne Soft’s Game Boy Color-inspired monster-collecting RPG Disc Creatures has a release date. The game will be available for PC via Steam later this month.
Rain of Reflections’ First Chapter Out Now
After a couple of delays, the first chapter of Rain of Reflections is now available on Steam. The game takes place in a dystopian future after the world’s populace is mysteriously made infertile, with the first chapter following the scientist Wilona.
RPGCast – Episode 516: “Listening to Link Drown Is the Cutest Thing”
While Chris destroys Anna Marie’s right joycon (press R to pay respects), the rest of the cast discusses their now playing, the news of the week, and there are still far too many games releasing every week. Please save us.
Switch and PC Versions of Super Robot Wars X Will Launch with English Subtitles in Asia
Bandai Namco has confirmed English subtitles for the Switch and PC versions of Super Robot Wars X. While a western release has not been announced, RPGamers can grab a Southeast Asia copy if they want to play the game.
A Knight’s Quest Releasing Next Week
A Knight’s Quest is releasing next week. The game will be available on PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and PC, via the Epic Games Store.
Oninaki Review
Oninaki is an action RPG from Tokyo RPG Factory with themes about death and reincarnation. Is the game a powerful exploration of heavy topics or does it simply wallow in darkness?
Yakuza: Like a Dragon Jobs Shown
Sega provided some details on the new job system in Yakuza: Like a Dragon. The company revealed four of the jobs that will be available to players: Dancer, Fortuneteller, Riot Officer, and Idol.
Morgana Gives Final Report on Persona 5 Royal
Morgana’s Final report on Persona 5 Royal introduces the new My Palace feature. There is also news on some DLC, including challenge battles against the previous two protagonists in the series.
Kickstarter Check-In: Bound by Blades, Summer Daze at Hero-U
RPGamer’s ad hoc Kickstarter Check-In feature returns for a look at two ongoing crowdfunding campaigns. This edition features Zeth’s Bound by Blades and Transolar Games’ Summer Daze at Hero-U.
Stranded Sails Release Date Announced
Adventure farming sim Stranded Sails has been given a release date. The game will be available digitally in a couple of weeks, while its physical editions are expected to ship in November.
Legrand Legacy Out Now on PS4, Xbox One
Semisoft’s Legrand Legacy is now available on PS4 and Xbox One in addition to its previously-released PC and Switch versions. The game is intended as a throwback to RPGs for the original PlayStation era.
Mercenaries Wings Getting Physical Release for PS4 and Switch
Mercenaries Wings is coming to Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 consoles in physical form. The strategy RPG will be available as both a standard and limited edition.
Physical Edition of Mary Skelter 2 for Switch Headed West
Mary Skelter 2 is getting a physical release for the Nintendo Switch. The physical version will be available in November, but those unwilling to wait can opt for a mid-October digital release.
Post-Apocalyptic RPG Broken Roads Announced
Australian studio Drop Bear Bytes has announced Broken Roads. The game is set in post-apocalyptic Western Australia and makes heavy use of a moral compass system.
Digital Store Weekly Round-Up (October 3, 2019)
RPGamer’s weekly digital store round-up returns for a new update. A quieter week features just a trio of new releases, with the Nintendo eShop having the largest selection of RPGs on sale.
Pokémon Sword and Shield Readies Month of New Info
With less than two months to go to release, Pokémon Sword and Shield are getting a month’s worth of info. Get ready for more details throughout October.
More Characters, Sentinels, and Kaijuu Revealed for 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim
13 Sentinels is coming to Japan at the end of November. Atlus has released many new details concerning supporting cast members, the Sentinels piloted by the main cast into battle, and the kaijuu they will be facing off against.
Paranoia: Happiness Is Mandatory Pushed to November
Friend Computer regrets to inform readers that traitors have infiltrated Alpha Complex and delayed Paranoia: Happiness Is Mandatory. Rest assured that our best Troubleshooters are on the case, and the game will successfully launch soon.
Warsaw Out Now on PC
World War II tactical RPG Warsaw is out on PC today on the 75th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising it depicts. A launch trailer gives a quick insight into the minds of those fighting against the occupying Nazis.
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