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Swordhaven: Iron Conspiracy

2024-04-03

Swordhaven: Iron Conspiracy Interview

Couchpotato interviewed Alexander from Atom Team about their latest game, Swordhaven: Iron Conspiracy. A Kickstarter campaign for the game has already reached 2/3 of the funding goal.


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2024-01-07

Game of the Year Awards 2023 - Most Promising RPG

What is the most promising RPG of 2024? Like every year, you had your say. Check out the details to find out what games our visitors and editors think are most promising.


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Poll Watch

Are you concerned about the use of generative AI by game developers?
Yes, it will decrease the quality of games
15.63%

Yes, it will impact people's jobs / shift the industry
20.31%

Yes, but it is too early to say whether the net result will be negative
32.81%

No, it will increase the quality of games
12.5%

No, it will improve people's jobs
4.69%

No, it won't substantially change anything
4.69%

I don't have any opinion for or against it / don't know enough about generative AI to say
9.38%

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Sunday - April 28, 2024

Fextralife - Gaming News

by Hiddenx, 15:07

Fextralife summarizes this week's gaming news:

Gaming News – Blizzcon CANCELLED, Warhammer 40K Darktide Update, Lords of the Fallen Update 1.5

Timestamp
0:00 - Top RPG News of the Week
0:02 - Warhammer 40K Darktide Path of Redemption Update
1:16 - Unending Dawn is Heading to PS5
2:09 - Release Date of Zenless Zone Zero LEAKED by accident
3:26 - Embracer Group Splits into 3 Companies
4:54 - Metaphor ReFantazio Release Date Announced
6:09 - 7 Days to Die Ends Early Access After more than 10 Years
7:40 - Assassin's Creed Hexe Details Leaked
9:17 - Lords of the Fallen, Master of Fate Update 1.5
10:23 - Blizzcon 2024 Cancelled

Fextralife

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Urban Strife - Spring 2024 DevBlog

by Hiddenx, 12:30

Couchpotato spotted a new devblog for Urban Strife:

Urban Strife Spring 2024 Dev Blog (Episode 1)

Today we’ll reveal the scope of the main campaign and our progress towards the finish, with details about AI roles, ballistics & armor, zombification and RPG improvements. Next episode will detail additions to perks & learning, the stealth game, crafting changes, cars and travel, item durability & healing/pain.

AI Improvements at Play
We have mentioned the possibility of adding more specific AI roles in the previous articles, thanks to the new AI systems. As the work on the main campaign has progressed and we’ve started to place the actual faction on the maps, the opportunity to use such roles has materialized.

Tough enemies know new tricks
First, all bosses have received specialist bodyguards, assigned to protect them and protect them only. Most of the special “named” actors have also received medical supplies, such as bandages or boosters. And you’ll notice them making good use of them, painkillers in particular being the most effective in combat. In the example shown Court Administrator Jenkins, the right hand of the Courthouse boss, takes advantage of the decent cover and medicates on his turn after being previously injured.

[...]

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Urban Strife

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Apocalypse
Genre: Tactical RPG
Platform: PC
Release: In development

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Bloomtown: A Different Story - Preview @ TBL

by Hiddenx, 12:27

The Turn Based Lovers checked out Bloomtown: A Different Story:

A PIXELATED PERSONA-LIKE JRPG YOU MUST TRY – VIDEO GAMEPLAY

Bloomtown A Different Story - Gameplay First Look

Bloomtown: A Different Story is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated titles of 2024. This game is the result of a collaboration between Lazy Bear Games & Different Sense Games, with production overseen by Twin Sails Interactive. It features a captivating blend of storytelling, social features, and monster taming, reminiscent of the Persona series but set in a pixel art-styled 1960s America.

The game follows a group of youths dealing with a dark mystery, evoking atmospheres similar to those of Stranger Things or The Goonies.

As in the acclaimed Persona series, the social aspect is crucial. Players will need to maintain and develop relationships with NPCs and allies to unlock new bonuses and features, which will evolve based on the choices and actions made during exploration.

The narrative and social dynamics are well-integrated, and I initially feared that the combat system might be marginal, as often happens in games that mix various elements. Fortunately, this is not the case with Bloomtown.

The combat system, also inspired by the Atlus series, offers a balance of complexity and challenge. Players can exploit strengths and weaknesses, alternate skills to trigger combos, gain attack bonuses, and capture demons to accompany the Guardian that each character has.

The game’s demo particularly impressed me, both for its technical level and the richness of the game world, which includes numerous NPCs to meet, homes and structures to explore, and a dynamic and challenging combat system.

[...]

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Bloomtown: A Different Story

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Modern
Genre: J-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: In development

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RPG General News - RPGs of 2024 / 2025

by Hiddenx, 12:07

ENFANT TERRIBLE made a list of upcoming RPGs:

TOP 30 MOST INSANE RPG Single Player Games coming out in 2024 and 2025

  • 00:00 Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 (CryEngine) - 2024 - PC, Xbox and PS5
  • 02:16 Astropulse: Reincarnation (Unreal Engine 5) - No release date - PC, Xbox and PS5
  • 06:50 No Rest for the Wicked (Unity) - April 18, 2024 Early Access - PC
  • 08:26 King Arthur: Legion IX (Propietary Engine) - May 9, 2024 - PC, Xbox and PS5
  • 09:46 Crimson Desert (BlackSpace Engine) - No release date - PC, Xbox and PS5
  • 12:24 Exodus (Unreal Engine 5) - No release date - PC, Xbox and PS5
  • 14:31 Dragonkin: The Banished (Propietary Engine) - 2025 - PC, Xbox and PS5
  • 15:44 Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree (Propietary Engine) - June 21, 2024 - PC, Xbox and PS5
  • 18:25 Enotria: The Last Song (Unreal Engine 5) - August 21, 2024 - PC and PS5
  • 20:46 AI Limit (Unreal Engine 5) - 2024 - PC and PS5
  • 23:01 Stygian: Outer Gods (Unreal Engine 5) - 2025 - PC, Xbox and PS5
  • 24:04 Last Sentinel (Unreal Engine 5) - No release date - PC
  • 25:48 Titan Quest 2 (Unreal Engine 5) - 2024 - PC, Xbox and PS5
  • 28:21 Lost Soul Aside (Unreal Engine 4) - 2024 - PC and PS5
  • 29:57 New Mass Effect (Unreal Engine 5) - No release date - PC, Xbox and PS5
  • 30:23 Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn (Unreal Engine 5) - Summer 2024 - PC, Xbox and PS5
  • 31:33 GreedFall 2 (Propietary Engine) - Summer 2024 Early Access - PC, Xbox and PS5
  • 33:08 Gothic Remake (Unreal Engine 5) - No release date - PC, Xbox and PS5
  • 35:16 Flint: Treasure of Oblivion (Unreal Engine 5) - 2024 - PC, Xbox and PS5
  • 36:25 Hades 2 (Unity) - 2024 Early Access - PC
  • 38:34 Where Winds Meet (Propietary Engine) - Late 2024 - PC
  • 44:15 Avowed (Unreal Engine 5) - 2024 - PC and Xbox
  • 46:19 Black Myth: Wukong (Unreal Engine 5) - August 20, 2024 - PC, Xbox and PS5
  • 48:16 Witches of the New World (Unreal Engine 5) - No release date - PC, Xbox and PS5
  • 49:37 Dragon Age: Dreadwolf (Frostbite Engine) - No release date - PC, Xbox and PS5
  • 52:08 The First Berserker: Khazan (Unreal Engine 5) - No release date - PC, Xbox and PS5
  • 53:55 Eldrimar (Unreal Engine 5) - 2024 - No release date - PC
  • 55:12 Earthlock 2 (Unreal Engine 5) - No release date - PC, Xbox and PS5

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RPG General News

SP/MP: Unknown
Setting: Unknown
Genre: RPG
Platform: Unknown
Release: In development

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CD Projekt RED - Creative Adaptation in Games

by Hiddenx, 12:03

Couchpotato spotted a new CD Project Red podcast:

AnsweRED Podcast 5 – Episode 5: Creative Adaptation in Games

CD Projekt RED

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Hades II - Preview @ GameSpot

by Hiddenx, 11:56

GameSpot checked out roguelike Hades II:

Hades 2 Is Already An Exciting Sequel With Confident Changes | Technical Test Impressions

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Hades II

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: Roguelike
Platform: PC
Release: In development

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Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes - Review

by Hiddenx, 11:41

Mortismal Gaming reviewed Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes:

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes - Review After 100%

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: J-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: Released

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Class of Heroes - Review @ RPG Crawler

by Hiddenx, 06:06

The RPG Crawler checked out the dungeon crawler Class of Heroes Anniversary Edition:

Review - Class of Heroes Anniversary Edition

Class of Heroes

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: Dungeon Crawler
Platform: PC
Release: Released

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RPG Crawler - RPG News Roundup

by Hiddenx, 05:54

Like every week the RPG Crawler sums up the computer and tabletop RPG news:

RPG News Roundup (4-27-2024)

RPG Crawler

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Saturday - April 27, 2024

One Fenix Down - Interview

by Hiddenx, 18:41

Game Rant talked with the dev of One Fenix Down:

One Fenix Down Interview: Dev Talks Making a '90s-Inspired RPG in 2024

In a Game Rant interview, One Fenix Down's developer talks about how '90s RPGs influenced the development, story, and world of the game.

One Fenix Down has been in development for the last eight years, and the passion project-turned 40-hour RPG is hopefully going to get a demo and Kickstarter launch in the early summer. One Fenix Down is a product of love and nostalgia for classic JRPGs like Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest, created by indie developer RC Dunn, who wants to offer linear gameplay with charming characters and a taste of the 1990s golden era of gaming.
 
Dunn told Game Rant in a recent interview that One Fenix Down offers new, modern options for JRPG lovers, but it's something that's still familiar to them, like "comfort food." He described his approach to the combat design, which mimics the mechanics of those old JRPGs, mentioning that the game title itself is a nod to an old Final Fantasy detail. Dunn also explained that, while fate and destiny is a "very philosophical question" that he never intended to address, it is evident in some spots of the game, especially in the personality of main protagonist Fenix. The following transcript has been edited for clarity and brevity.

Q: For our readers, can you tell us a bit about yourself and One Fenix Down?

Dunn: My name is RC Dunn. I work full-time and make games as a hobby. It's been a learning experience for me because I started around 2015 as just something to do after work. I put together some RPGs, and I've been working on One Fenix Down now for about eight years. It's really turned from a little side hobby into an actual full-fledged 40-hour RPG Adventure.

I would describe One Fenix Down as a retro-inspired classic turn-based RPG, and what that means is it's basically designed from the start to feel a lot like the games that a lot of us played in the '90s like Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest. Like them, it is a slower-paced, 2D grand epic adventure where you have your protagonist and some epic story about saving the world—maybe it's a little generic story-wise—but I think it's like comfort food. It's a comfort game. A lot of people enjoy that sort of story and the characters that you can cherish.

Q: One of the first things that caught my attention, and probably others as well, is your art style in the game. I was immediately reminded of my favorite games from the '90s. What influenced you to use this kind of art style?

Dunn: My biggest influences were those Final Fantasies, so Final Fantasy 4 and Final Fantasy 6. Those are the ones that got me into not just playing RPGs, but playing games in general. I really want to go back and do justice to that 16-bit graphical style and have a lot of pixel art in my game. When you're running around the world, it’s 16-bit SNES-era-style graphics. When you get into combat, you have some really beautiful pixel art battlers that I got from a well-known Japanese artist. He’s making those and several other artists are working on the Pixel art enemy battlers.

[...]

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One Fenix Down

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: J-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: In development

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SAND LAND - First Impressions @ Mortismal Gaming

by Hiddenx, 18:28

Mortismal Gaming checked out SAND LAND:

Sand Land - First Impressions

SAND LAND

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: Action-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: Released

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Cyber Knights: Flashpoint - Update #77

by Hiddenx, 18:26

Couchpotato spotted a new update for Cyber Knights: Flashpoint:

Update #77: Obligation Call

Welcome to Update #77, where we 

New Obligation Call heist and storyline, improved firing mode display, fixed Overwatch bugs, improved post-Carnivore end

have a new storyline and heist to pull with exciting new set of objectives. The new storylines focuses on an Obligation Call - a short cycle, high difficulty mission to complete the Obligation you've sworn to a Contact. Keep it in mind, if you're making promises, you'll have to pay the piper eventually.

We've also added a nice improvement to weapon display to show their firing modes, fixed a sneaky bug with Overwatch that had crept in and fixed some inconsistent behavior with timeline events around medical and injury time healing. So - let's take a look!

We're excited to be making continual progress toward the next major roadmap item. If you like our pace or the direction we are heading, be sure to leave a review on Cyber Knights!

New Heist: Obligation Call
Obligations are promises you make to Contacts in the underground. They are the reverse of how a Contact can owe you a Favor and will redeem it later for cash or to help you. So, when a Contact who you owe an Obligation calls it in, you've got a tough choice to make. Jump and do whatever they need without payment or burn the relationship to the ground and suffer the consequences.

This new heist is the first Obligation Call storyline, which gives the Casting Director a lot of free rein to find someone who you owe an Obligation and matches a wide profile of Contact. Then things get interesting. With Obligation Calls, you're almost always on a razor sharp timeline. Will you keep your Obligation? Remember that if you don't, the burning of the relationship will flow outward into the network of relationships, so anyone who liked or disliked the Contact in question will follow suit with their own Stress and Hype.

You'll need a squad about Power Level 2 and a Contact to whom you own an Obligation, but you start with a few of those - so most squads should be ready to rock on this one.

[...]

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Cyber Knights: Flashpoint

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Cyberpunk
Genre: RPG
Platform: PC
Release: In development

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Turn Based Lovers - Weekly RPG News

by Hiddenx, 18:19

Everyting turn-based:

EVERYTHING TURN-BASED – WEEKLY RPG NEWS AND RELEASES – 27 APRIL 2024

BATTLESECTOR, METAPHOR REFANTAZIO, EIYUDEN CHRONICLE, AND LOTS OF ANNOUNCEMENTS, NEWS, AND RELEASES

Here we are at the last RPG Recap of April 2024. Let’s see what happened before we dive into next month, which also promises a slew of exciting new releases that I’ll showcase on Wednesday in an article dedicated to all of May’s releases.

[...]

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Turn Based Lovers

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Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance - Preview

by Hiddenx, 18:13

RPGamer checked out Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance:

Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance Is a Richly Deserved Second Chance

Shin Megami Tensei V released in 2021 to a largely favorable reception, and boasting a strong 84 aggregate score on Metacritic. Despite this, a lack of post-launch staying power and a single primary flaw in its comparatively lacking narrative led to the game feeling a bit forgotten in the pantheon of Atlus RPGs. Personally, the game is one of my favorites in Atlus’s RPG library, and I could not be more excited to dive back in with the release of Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance this June.

Shin Megami Tensei V has three incredibly strong elements. The first is its atmosphere. The desolate landscapes of Da’at mesh incredibly with the game’s alien-sounding soundtrack, lending it an incredible “fear of the unknown” atmosphere that permeates the entire experience. The opening section is a great example of this, as the idea of survival in an unknown environment is brought home by not just the monsters and the desolate wastelands, but also the soundtrack and the harsh lighting.

[...]

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Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Apocalypse
Genre: Action-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: In development

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No Rest for the Wicked - Early Access Reviews

No Rest for the Wicked

SP/MP: Single + MP
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: Action-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: In development

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No Rest for the Wicked - Tips @ IGN

by Hiddenx, 18:02

IGN gives some tips for No Rest for the Wicked (some spoilers):

No Rest for the Wicked Tips You Need to Know

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No Rest for the Wicked

SP/MP: Single + MP
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: Action-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: In development

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Honkai: Star Rail - Version 2.2 Special Program

by Hiddenx, 06:27

Take a look at the next Honkai: Star Rail version:

Version 2.2 "Then Wake to Weep" Special Program

Honkai: Star Rail

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Sci-Fi
Genre: Strategy-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: Released

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SAND LAND - Released

by Hiddenx, 05:31

The action RPG SAND LAND has been released:

SAND LAND

 Dive into a desert world where both humans and demons suffer from an extreme water shortage. Play as and watch the Fiend Prince, Beelzebub, Sheriff Rao and demon Thief set off on an adventure in search of a Legendary Spring hidden in the desert.

In this action RPG, you become the main character as Beelzebub. Lead your company of heroic misfits and explore the legendary world of SAND LAND developed by the creator of Dragon Ball & Dr. Slump, Akira Toriyama.

Use your tact and imagination to develop tanks and other vehicles for your adventures utilizing a wide array of part combinations. Build up your base of operations into a thriving city with the help of the people you meet along the way in the vast desert.

SAND LAND

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: Action-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: Released

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Class of Heroes 2G - Released

by Hiddenx, 05:23

The dungeon crawler Class of Heroes 2G: Remaster Edition has been released (and the predecessor Class of Heroes: Anniversary Edition, too):

Class of Heroes 2G: Remaster Edition

A call for brave adventurers awaits at the doors of Crostini Academy. Prepare yourself for a remastered classic dungeon crawler, full of exploration, combat, and endless opportunities. Take advantage of the classes and quests available to build the ultimate, hardy cohort of students!

Build your perfect roster and handpick out your ideal party of 6 students to storm the labyrinths. Mix and match from 10 races and 18 classes, each with their own unique skill sets. Crawl through over 100 labyrinth maps facing over 250 potential enemies. Don’t forget to collect artefacts, explore inter-dimensional travel and conquer adversity. You determine the standard you thrive at, take note of recipes for weapons, potions, and any upgrades necessary.

Within this year, groups of excited students will walk through the doors of Crostini Academy to learn the tools of the trade and leave as the next Class of Heroes!

Do you have what It takes?

Enemies hunt your every forward and backward step within the dungeons. From clusters of small enemies, to terrifying beasts, there is only one way to defeat them all.

The twisting, maze-like paths that form the labyrinth are never quite the same, with different terrains and environments for your students to learn to conquer, experience builds true heroes.

The best battlers are those prepared. With plenty of choice for weaponry, armour, and ability-granting accessories, you’re never alone with protection at your side.

This time there's different schools to visit and each school has its own host of interesting characters, and even more interesting courses which your students can take!

With 10 different classes, 18 different courses, 3 different alignments, the possibilities for creating the perfect cast of students is seemingly endless.

Collect recipes and get crafting! The items you find in the labyrinths can help you weather different storms.

Class of Heroes 2G

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: Dungeon Crawler
Platform: PC
Release: Released

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Friday - April 26, 2024

Phoenix Point - Terror from the Void 1.0 released

by Hiddenx, 17:51

The Terror from the Void overhaul mod for Phoenix Point has been released:

TFTV Official Launch Trailer

Terror from the Void 1.0 is finally out!

Thanks Henriquejr!

Phoenix Point

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Apocalypse
Genre: Tactical RPG
Platform: PC
Release: Released

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Exodus - April 2024 Q&A

by Hiddenx, 17:30

Couchpotato spotted an Q&A video for Exodus:

EXODUS Founders Q&A Video | April 2024

Exodus

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Sci-Fi
Genre: Shooter-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: In development

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Turn Based Lovers - Immersive Worlds

by Hiddenx, 17:26

Which turn based games feature immersive worlds? The Turn Based Lovers have the answer:

10 TURN-BASED RPGS WITH MOST IMMERSIVE WORLDS

BALDUR’S GATE 3
SUNDAY GOLD
MUTANT YEAR ZERO: ROAD TO EDEN
COLONY SHIP: A POST-EARTH ROLEPLAYING GAME
STELLAR TACTICS
SHADOWRUN RETURNS
WASTELAND 3
WARHAMMER 40,000: ROGUE TRADER
FELVIDEK
SEA OF STARS

[...]

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Turn Based Lovers

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Gothic 1 Remake - Collector's Edition Trailer

by Hiddenx, 17:15

Couchpotato spotted a trailer for the Gothic 1 Remake Collector's Edition:

Sleeper, Sleeper On the Wall, Who Has the Fairest Collector's Edition Of All?

It's time to put the sleeper to rest, once and for all - on your wall. Introducing the Gothic Collector's Edition, a carefully selected ensemble that pays homage to the legacy of this beloved title: Crafted by the hands of the King's magicians themselves, this extraordinary package is a must-have for devoted fans and those who are about to become fans. At the heart of the Gothic Collector's Edition lies the Sleeper Wall Mask to show everyone thrown into your gaming colony, what demons you are facing.

Alongside this centerpiece, the Collector's Edition includes a leather wristband, a leather notebook, the game's original soundtrack as well as the game itself on your favourite platform. This limited edition is now available for pre-order at a suggested retail price of € 199.99 / $ 199.99 / £ 169.99.

Gothic 1 Remake

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: Adventure-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: In development

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Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance - Playing Spin-Offs

by Hiddenx, 17:11

C4G played spin-offs of the Baldur's Gate series:

So I Played all Baldur's Gate spin-off RPGs & Spiritual Successors

0:00 Hello there my RPG lovers :)
0:05 All Dark Alliance RPGs and their spiritual successors
1:05 Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance (2001)
11:00 Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance 2 (2002)
18:03 The spiritual successors of Dark Alliance
19:23 Champions of Norrath (2004)
26:59 Champions: Return to Arms (2005)
33:12 DnD Dark Alliance (2021)
38:41 Outro

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Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance

SP/MP: Single + MP
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: Action-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: Released

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S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: - Not a Paradise Trailer

by Hiddenx, 16:55

Couchpotato spotted a new trailer for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl:

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl - Not a Paradise Trailer

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2:

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Apocalypse
Genre: Action-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: In development

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Rogue Trader - Additional Collector's Editions available

by Hiddenx, 16:52

New Collector's Editions are available for Rogue Trader:

ADDITIONAL COLLECTOR'S EDITIONS AVAILABLE

Lord Captains!

The Vox Master has some intriguing news for you! We have a limited amount of extra Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader Collector's Editions in stock, which will be available for you to purchase on our website!

https://roguetrader.owlcat.games/

Hurry, the number of additional Collector's Editions is limited, and the sale will be over once the last Collector’s Edition has been sold!

For those who already own a copy of the game, we've prepared a cheaper version of the Collector's Edition that doesn't include the game key. On top of that, all the extra Collector’s Editions are already stored in distribution centers, which means that delivery will be quick and painless.

We greatly appreciate all the support from our founders, and we are happy to now have the opportunity to provide Collector's Editions to those who didn't manage to grab it during pre-order.

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Rogue Trader

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Sci-Fi
Genre: RPG
Platform: PC
Release: Released

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No Rest for the Wicked - Early Access Review @ GamingBolt

by Hiddenx, 16:47

GamingBolt checked out No Rest for the Wicked:

No Rest for The Wicked Early Access Review - The Final Verdict

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No Rest for the Wicked

SP/MP: Single + MP
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: Action-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: In development

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Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes - Review @ IGN

by Hiddenx, 16:43

IGN reviewed Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes:

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Video Review

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Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: J-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: Released

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Fallout 4 - Next-Gen Update released

by Hiddenx, 16:37

The Next-Gen update for Fallout 4 has been released:

Fallout 4 Next-Gen Update Biggest Changes

The apocalypse is looking brand spanking new thanks to the latest update to Fallout 4. With fixes, improvements, and new adventures to experience, it’s a meaty upgrade. Here are the biggest changes this new patch is bringing to Fallout 4.

[...]

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Source: IGN

Fallout 4

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Post-Apoc
Genre: RPG
Platform: PC
Release: Released

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Free Stars: The Ur-Quan Masters - Kickstarter Success for Sequel

by Hiddenx, 16:29

The Kickstarter for the sequel Free Stars: Children of Infinity is already a great success:

Kickstarter for Free Stars: Children of Infinity Surpasses Goals!

The sequel to The Ur-Quan Masters is live on Kickstarter.

Happy Days and Jubilation!

On April 16th, we launched our Kickstarter for Free Stars: Children of Infinity, and within just over 3 hours, it was fully funded!

Our Kickstarter still has several stretch goals to go, from adding voice acting all the way up to completely open-sourcing the entire game and engine. Along the way, there are plenty of digital and physical collectors' goodies for fans of The Ur-Quan Masters to enjoy.

If you haven't already, check out our Kickstarter and help us make the sequel to Free Stars: The Ur-Quan Masters the best it can be!

Thank you, and don't forget to *enjoy the sauce*.

Thanks Lucky Day!

Free Stars: The Ur-Quan Masters

SP/MP: Single + MP
Setting: Sci-Fi
Genre: Action-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: Released

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Together in Battle - One Year in Early Access

by Hiddenx, 16:10

The Strategy RPG Together in Battle is now one year in Early AccessCraig Stern informed us that he needs one more year to finish the game:

Together in Battle hits one year in Early Access! @ Craig Stern

"Well, hello there! I'm here in your inbox to drop you an Official Update about Together in Battle, the solo-developed indie gladiator management SRPG (with rave player reviews) that I've described as "a gladiator management strategy RPG with vibrant characters, emergent relationship-building, and time management mechanics. Uncover a sinister conspiracy; fight deep turn-based tactical battles; watch your characters grow together."

As you may recall, Together In Battle released into early access on April 25th, 2023, making today its one-year Early Access-iversary. To celebrate, I've just dropped the 20th update, adding a quick start option to bypass recruitment at the start of the game and amping up the game's battle variety.

There are now up to 10 different battle conditions for the arena's proc gen scraps; 22 hand-designed battles; more than 60 random events (most of which play out differently based on your choices and the characters involved); and an evolving main plot that plays a bit like a detective mystery.

The current plan is to hit version 1.0 in about a year, finishing up the main plot with thrilling twists and inventive hand-crafted battles. In the meantime, if you care to check out the game in its current version 0.6.20 state, that's always appreciated - I think you'll find that Together in Battle is already a wildly better game than it was at its Early Access launch a year ago. "

Together in Battle

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: RPG
Platform: PC
Release: In development

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Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord - Release Date: May 23

by Hiddenx, 05:34

The Otaku Authority reports that the Wizardry 1 remake Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord will be released on May 23:

Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord remake launches May 23 for consoles and PC

Digital Eclipse has announced that its remake of Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord will leave Early Access and launch for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series, Xbox One, Switch, Steam and GOG on May 23.

In 1981, SirTech released the first game in what would soon become a legendary RPG series - Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord for the Apple II. As the very first party-based dungeon crawler, it was one of the key games that launched the role-playing genre, directly inspiring enduring series like Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, and Demon’s Souls.

Now Digital Eclipse, a studio dedicated to the historical preservation of video games, is treating RPG fans worldwide to a full 3D remaster of this genre-defining game.

Following last year’s Early Access release on Steam and GOG, Digital Eclipse’s Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord remaster will be released on May 23 in its fully completed form for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.

REVIEW COPIES: We’ll have keys for all platforms in early May. If you want to review Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord, please write back with your preferred platform. (If you are requesting Switch or PlayStation codes, please include your hardware region.)

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Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: Dungeon Crawler
Platform: PC
Release: In development

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Thursday - April 25, 2024

Dragon's Dogma 2 - New Patch

by Hiddenx, 20:38

Henriquejr spotted a new patch for Dragon's Dogma 2:

We have released an update including the following modifications and fixes:

  • Reducing the infection frequency of dragonsplague and adjusting the signs of Pawns infected with dragonsplague to be more noticeable.
     - For example, when infected, glowing eyes will be more noticeable.
  • Adding the option to zoom in on the faces of the Arisen and Pawns in the status screen, shops, etc.
  • Fixing some issues and implementing adjustments related to the mini map.
     - Treasure chests that have already been acquired won't be displayed on the mini map.
  • Adjustments to Pawns’ behavior and dialogue. 
     - Fixing issues where occasionally the player couldn't high five Pawns.
     - Fixing issues where Pawns wouldn't start guiding after offering to guide.
     - Making Pawns less likely to fall off cliffs. 
     - Reducing the frequency of some Pawn dialogue lines. 
     - Improving Pawn lines to better match circumstances.
     - Fixing some issues where Pawns stop speaking outside of combat. 
     - Fixing some issues where the Main Pawn speaks support Pawn’s dialogue. 
     - Making Pawns more likely to aid the Arisen if the Arisen commands them to help while being held by enemies.
     - Reducing the frequency of Pawns offering to be hired by the player while in the field.
  • Fixing issues where sometimes escort quests are considered failed when accessing Character Edit or other specific situations.
  • Fixing issues where the player could be jailed when fighting monsters in town.
  • Fixing some crashes and freezes in specific circumstances.
  • Miscellaneous bug fixes.

 

Dragon's Dogma 2

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: Action-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: Released

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Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Update Trailer

by Hiddenx, 19:49

Granblue Fantasy: Relink will get new free content updates:

Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Official Update Trailer

A grand adventure in the skies awaits. Watch the latest Granblue Fantasy Relink trailer for a peek at the free content updates coming to the action RPG.

Source: IGN

Granblue Fantasy: Relink

SP/MP: Single + MP
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: Action-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: Released

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Where Winds Meet - Gameplay

by Hiddenx, 16:27

JorRaptor checked out the Wuxia RPG Where Winds Meet:

Where Winds Meet Gameplay - Brand New Open World RPG

Where Winds Meet

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Historical
Genre: Action-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: In development

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No Rest for the Wicked - Early Access Review @ IGN

by Hiddenx, 16:24

IGN checked out No Rest for the Wicked:

No Rest for the Wicked Early Access Review

No Rest for the Wicked

SP/MP: Single + MP
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: Action-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: In development

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Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes - Review

by Hiddenx, 16:21

JohneAwesome checked out Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes:

A 90s RPG Retro Revival - Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Review

This year is aboslutely stacked when it comes to JRPGs and yet I was rooting for Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes to make a splash and while I did enjoy my time I couldnt help but feeling this title could have used some polish when it comes to the user experience and sound design hear all my thoughts in today's review!

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: J-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: Released

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Remnant 2 - The Forgotten Kingdom DLC Review

by Hiddenx, 16:13

Mortismal Gaming checked out Remnant 2 - The Forgotten Kingdom DLC:

Remnant 2: The Forgotten Kingdom - DLC Review

 

Remnant 2

SP/MP: Single + MP
Setting: Fantasy
Genre: Action-RPG
Platform: PC
Release: Released

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Fallout London - Update screwed us over

by Hiddenx, 16:10

PC Gamer reports that Dean Carter was not really amused about Fallout 4's next-gen update:

Fallout London's project lead is not taking the surprise drop of Fallout 4's update well: 'That has, for a lack of a better term, screwed us over'

Crossed wires.
 
Dean Carter, the project lead on Fallout London, revealed in a short interview with the BBC that Bethesda gave their team of modders no warning before Fallout 4's next-gen update, which he says "has, for a lack of a better term, screwed us over."

Originally, the "DLC-sized" mod that promises to transport Fallout 4 players to post-nuke London chose April 23 for its release because it was a "day that would work well for us, it would be after the series had come out, and also, it had related to when the in-game start date is as well being St George's Day," Carter explains. 

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Fallout 4

SP/MP: Single-player
Setting: Post-Apoc
Genre: RPG
Platform: PC
Release: Released

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