Whatcha Playing: August 2019
August has ended and Whatcha Playing is back to round up the games that hooked our staff. The newest Fire Emblem has unsurprisingly gotten a lot of play, but some rereleases have also caught our staff’s attention.
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Code Vein Visits Spa Ahead of Demo Release
Trying to survive in the world of Code Vein is an unforgiving task, but fortunately the game includes a spa where its characters can get some much needed relaxation. A demo is also now available to help Revenants prepare for the full challenge later this month.
Final Fantasy VIII Remastered Now Available
The new-look SeeD mercenary force is accepting new applicants. Final Fantasy VIII has joined its fellows on the latest generation of consoles.
Children of Morta Out Now on PC
Hack-and-slash roguelite Children or Morta is now available on PC. Players can join the Bergson family in their task of guarding Mount Morta.
Utawarerumono Zan Review
Utawarerumono Zan sees Tamsoft and Aquaplus attempt to add some Musou to the series. It’s an idea that has worked for others, and RPGamer discovers whether that is the case here.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel III PAX West 2019 Impression
The third part of the Trails of Cold Steel saga finally makes its way west this October. Anna Marie Privitere was able to spend a bit of time with the game at PAX West.
Zinogre Returns in Monster Hunter: World’s Iceborne Expansion
A couple of new Monster Hunter: World Iceborne trailers have surfaced ahead of its release this week. The videos include the newly-announced return of thunder wolf wyvern Zinogre and debut of water-based Elder Dragon Namielle, with Rajang to be added in a free update.
Bless Unleashed Open Beta Coming in November
Following a closed beta in July, Bandai Namco has announced an open beta for Bless Unleashed. The open beta for the free-to-play MMORPG will be available this November.
Chicory: A Colorful Tale PAX West 2019 Impression
Anna Marie Privitere is on hand at PAX West to check out the colorful adventure Chicory, currently undergoing a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign. When the world loses its color, it’s up to a dog wielding a magical paintbrush to set things back to rights — coloring inside the lines is completely optional.
Cat Quest II: The Lupus Empire PAX West 2019 Impression
It’s a dog-eat-dog world out there, so what’s a curious cat to do? Anna Marie Privitere finds out when she checks out Cat Quest II: The Lupus Empire at this year’s PAX West.
Faeland PAX West 2019 Impression
Faeland combines Metroidvania exploration with RPG elements and a considerable challenge. Anna Marie Privitere is on-hand at PAX West to report back on how the concoction of these elements is coming together.
The Alliance Alive HD Remastered PAX West 2019 Impression
Prepare for giant mechanical ducks and martial artist penguins — The Alliance Alive HD remaster is nearly upon us. Anna Marie Privitere got a chance to go hands-on at this year’s PAX West.
Destiny Connect: Tick-Tock Travelers PAX West 2019 Impression
Destiny Connect is an RPG about children and their time-travel robot Isaac. Anna Marie Privitere goes back into the past with the game during a hands-on event at this year’s PAX West.
Solasta: Crown of the Magister PAX West 2019 Impression
Solasta is an upcoming RPG that makes use of the publicly available D&D Fifth Edition ruleset. Anna Marie Privitere tried out a demo at PAX West, just ahead of the start of the game’s Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign.
Haven PAX West 2019 Impression
The Game Bakers’ Haven tells the story of a loving couple on a lonely planet. Anna Marie Privitere was able to check the game out at PAX West and report back on how it’s shaping up.
Borderlands 3 Post-Game Content Detailed
Once players have completed Borderlands 3’s story campaign, they will still have plenty of things to do. Gearbox Software provided details on the game’s True Vault Hunter Mode, Guardian Rank, and Mayhem Mode at PAX West.
The Outer Worlds Invites Players to Halcyon
Halcyon colony is looking for more people to bring their talents to The Outer Worlds. However, applicants should remember that all guarantees are not guaranteed.
Monster Sanctuary Available on Steam Early Access
Pixel-art monster collecting game Monster Sanctuary is now available on Steam Early Access. The game is expected to spend a year in Early Access before its full launch.
N1RV Ann-A: Cyberpunk Bartender Action PAX West 2019 Impression
Leave your troubles at the door and sit for a spell at N1RV Ann-A, the newest watering hole in town. Anna Marie Privitere got a chance to go hands-on with this successor to drink-mixing visual novel adventure, VA-11 Hall-A.
Lucifer Within Us PAX West 2019 Impression
The devil is in the details for any private investigator. In Lucifer Within Us, Anna Marie Privitere got a chance to try her hand at cracking the mystery of this upcoming detective adventure.
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