Scott's probably played this game more than any other. ⚔️ Already initiating challenge runs – we're LIVE with #FinalFantasy Tic-Tacs: The Ivalice Chronicles! Watch ►► twitch.tv/rpgfancom

Did you know #BreathofFire II had certain MAGIC effect the battle backdrops?🔥 Some examples like casting Typhoon in the desert creates sandstorms (and whooshes tress in forest areas), or an ice spell underwater freezes the screen. ...Not even most MODERN games do this! 😭👍

It's easy to tease how young game heroes can be, but to have aged is to have lived! And with it are many great #RPG characters in-step with young adventurers for some maturity and learned depths.🍁 [1/2] Full Feature: www.rpgfan.com/feature/gold...

It's easy to tease how young game heroes can be, but to have aged is to have lived! And with it are many great #RPG characters in-step with young adventurers for some maturity and learned depths.🍁 [1/2] Full Feature: www.rpgfan.com/feature/gold...

28 years ago, #Castlevania: Symphony of the Night was launched on the PlayStation in North America! Exploring Dracula's Castle inside and out with a fantastic OST and engaging gameplay made for a genre classic. Read our review below! Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/castl...

A warrior takes sword in hand, clasping a gem to his heart. Engraving vanishing memories into the sword... ⚔️ We're LIVE with #FinalFantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles on Twitch! Watch ►► twitch.tv/rpgfancom

To celebrate #FinalFantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles, different Square Enix departments shared new artwork!🎨 In order: Original artist Akihiko Yoshida, the #FF14 team, #Harvestella artist Yasushi Hasegawa, and #FF16's Kazuya Takahashi. Our Review ICYMI: www.rpgfan.com/review/final...

A recent TGS panel (and reported by Automaton), #Talesof series producer Yusuke Tomizawa talked about the odd release order of recent Remaster projects are due to some games being easier to work on than others (indeed, missing source code being a huge hurdle). DL automaton-media.com/en/news/tale...

Today is the 30th anniversary of Secret of Evermore. This rare western only release from Square put a unique spin on the Secret of Mana combat engine and ring menus, plus your companion is the bestest boy which earns it some bonus brownie points. Review: www.rpgfan.com/revie...

Secret of Evermore was out 30 years ago (1995)! 🐩 Made by Square's US branch as a standalone tale of a time-traveling boy and his transforming dog. Some foibles aside (like that marketplace!) it was an atmospheric game with great pixel graphics. Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/secre...

#DragonQuest IV: Chapters of the Chosen was out in NA 33 years ago (1992) for the NES! 🐉 A unraveling story as you get into the shoes of an army captain, a mischievous princess, a kind merchant, avenging twin sisters, and you (the Hero!) to lead the way! Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/drago...

#RuneFactory 4 was out 12 years ago (2013) for 3DS!🍃 Those not entertained by a simple farm-sim got a game that lets you farm, date, quest, raise monsters, and enjoy a sizeable story. And it was super addictive– there's never a dull moment in Selphia! Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/rune-...

Pre-orders are now live 🚨 The Definitive Book of SNES RPGs Vol.1. Collector’s Edition - limited to 1000 copies - £44.99 (complete with slipcase): www.bitmapbooks.com/collections/... Standard Edition - £34.99 (no slipcase): www.bitmapbooks.com/collections/... #bitmapbooks #books #retrogaming

18 years ago, The #LegendOfZelda: Phantom Hourglass was launched on DS in North America! This sequel to Wind Waker features creative uses of the DS, fun ocean navigation, a lovable art style, and the fantastic Linebeck. Read our review below! Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/the-l...

To celebrate #FinalFantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles, different Square Enix departments shared new artwork!🎨 In order: Original artist Akihiko Yoshida, the #FF14 team, #Harvestella artist Yasushi Hasegawa, and #FF16's Kazuya Takahashi. Our Review ICYMI: www.rpgfan.com/review/final...

Be your own DigiDestined in #Digimon Story: Time Stranger!💚 A beautiful #RPG blend of worlds and ideas that reunites MediaVision (Wild Arms, DS: Cyber Sleuth) to bring one of the biggest and best digital adventures yet. Full Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/digim...

If you don't want to give Microsoft more of your money, support indie devs directly. That $240 you'd spend on Ultimate could buy you a whole bunch of awesome indie games on Steam right now! And you can get AAA games free from your local library or discounted secondhand.

#Sonic Chronicles: Dark Brotherhood was out 17 years ago (2008)!💎 Sonic's first and only #RPG; it's not even a bad for a first effort! Bringing a big cast (including Big the Cat) fun dialog and responses, and a sequel hook that's running late... Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/sonic...

The Wizard of Oz was out 16 years ago (2009)!💚 A unique JRPG take on the classic tale (but MUCH more obscure). With weirdly fun track-ball running, and from MediaVision devs and composer Naruke (Wild Arms) and Sakimoto & Iwata (FF Tactics)! ...What a combo! Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/the-w...

Trails from Zero was FIRST out 15 years ago (2010)!💙 Taking 12 years to get overseas (Adol must have been on that boat); it's Part 1 in the Crossbell duology where you roll as cool anime police for a small nation caught in a big power struggle. Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/the-l...

Seiken Densetsu 3 ( #TrialsOfMana) was out 30 years ago (1995)!🌳 Releasing near the end of the SNES meant impressive pixel graphics, kicky music, and lots of replay value with 6 characters and 3 major story arcs...(Oh, AND there's a great remake!) Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/trial...

#Talesof Destiny was out 27 years ago (1998). The first Tales title released overseas–– and back in the day: I rented it 6 times in a row to beat it! ⚔️ Charming characters (and cool talking swords!), gorgeous pixel art, and cozy environments. Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/tales...

On International Podcast Day, we're taking the chance to reflect on the last 12 months of RPGFan's three shows: Retro, Rhythm, and Random Encounter! From milestone episodes to host transitions, take a trip down podcast memory lane below. Highlights: www.rpgfan.com/2025/09/30/i...

A sleepy American town awakens he ancient Baphomet... Just your typical 80s weekend. Try the pixel demon-fighting Kingdom of Night demo now! Details: www.rpgfan.com/2025/09/29/d...

Despite the child with the unfortunate bowl cut here; the latest TGS #MonsterHunter Stories 3 trailer looks fantastic.🥚 See more of Capcom's sorta "Saturday morning cartoon"-styled pivot for this major series in a great new release date trailer! Trailer: www.rpgfan.com/2025/09/29/m...

Creating RPG music alone is a huge undertaking, with big stories comes big moods and often tons of locations to cover. And #Suikoden absolutely understands making you feel "at home" in its inspired world. Full Review: www.rpgfan.com/music-review...

The Phoenix Wright: #AceAttorney Trilogy gets some bonus content, chapter select, more language support in a fresh November update! Details: www.rpgfan.com/2025/09/29/p...

Square Enix and Capcom have no shortage of awesome monsters in their repetoires, so it's great to see another collaboration for #MonsterHunter Wilds! 🌵 The Hunter shall do the dance of the CACTUAR! (...And run from Omega) Details: www.rpgfan.com/2025/09/29/m...

Pink Noise is a retro-style horror title set in rural1989 America. Follow a group of friends with their own secrets and fears and help shape who lives and dies by your actions and through non-linear gameplay!📼 The Kickstarter is on now! Details: www.rpgfan.com/feature/crow...

It might LOOK and SOUND like a certain "Parasite Game", but beliEVE me when I say: it's #ParasiteMutant! 🧬 An upcoming anime-styled sci-fi/horror RPG that does little to hide its inspiration, but hard to be fault some great results. Details + Trailer: www.rpgfan.com/2025/09/29/p...

September has been quite the month for indie games, and our panel is diving right into the highly anticipated #HadesII on today's episode of #RandomEncounter! Does this sequel live up to the original? Listen to this podcast below 🎧 Listen: www.rpgfan.com/2025/09/29/r...

Grab your Orbment, a harmonica, and a big stick that goes BOOM against INJUSTICE. 💥🍃 We're LIVE with #TrailsintheSky1st on Twitch! Watch ►► twitch.tv/rpgfancom

ID the game from just this pic alone. 😎

#GenshinImpact made its debut 5 years ago (2020)!🌠 A fantasy open-world action RPG with many colourful characters, and gorgeous music set to the scenic beauty of Teyvat. Hard to deny MiHoYo's skill with gacha games, even if it isn't your cuppa. Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/gensh...

A short list but with a few heavy-hitting games! ⚔️ #FinalFantasy Tactics teaches us not to get cocky about high hit %'s, the new #Digimon looks amazing, and indie #RPG Byte offers a unique take on Dracula. Read all that's... ...Coming This Week! 👉 www.rpgfan.com/2025/09/28/r...

A friendly reminder our RPGFan Shop has been restocked! New goods and old goods that boost your DEF stats, help support our site, and help your wardrobe SHINE with the awesome power of green.🍏 Shop! 👉 www.rpgfan.com/shop/

Happy 19th birthday to #Pokemon Diamond and Pearl, which were launched on the DS in Japan today! These fantastic titles introduced players to the gorgeous Sinnoh region and a fun new set of Pokemon designs. Check out our original review below! Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/pokem...

Playstation classic Suikoden 2 was released 26 years ago today in the US. In addition to great classic turn-based RPG gameplay, Suikoden 2 features iconic and complex characters, both heroes and villains, that tell a legendary story. Listen: www.rpgfan.com/2018/...

On this day 27 years ago, kids in the United States met with Professor Oak to choose their partner Pokémon for the first time in Pokémon Red & Blue. Who was your first starter Pokémon? Review: www.rpgfan.com/revie...

Third time's a charm in Team Ninja's frenzy of ninjas, samurai, and demons hacking each other up -- and the fun isn't letting up. ⚔️ #Nioh 3 has great fights and a stellar challenge, that is the way of the samurai [video game]. Full Preview: www.rpgfan.com/2025/09/27/t...

The 10th #Undertale Anniversary stream had tons of great trivia from Toby Fox himself (well, as a dog avatar). One tidbit was that the #Persona 4 song "The Fog" was a big inspiration on ASGORE's theme (Bergentrückung)... and yeah you can definitely hear it. 🎵

Missing sequences, sliding objects, brain teasers, word games, and more! –INTO MY VEINS! #ProfessorLayton returns after a sizeable hiatus, and The New World of Steam might not be a perfect return to form... but it will be a welcome one! 🧩 Full Preview: www.rpgfan.com/2025/09/27/t...

Making Trails.... in the sky! Actually, we stick to the ground a lot. The sky is a metaphor (sorta). ✨🍃 We're LIVE with #TrailsintheSky1st on Twitch! Watch ►► twitch.tv/rpgfancom

Just when you think they're out...they pull you back in! #YakuzaKiwami3 & #DarkTies are an unexpected couple of reveals that continue to grow this flourishing franchise. Sill with a few tricks up RGG's sleeve, read about what to expect. Full Preview: www.rpgfan.com/2025/09/27/t...

Across the Kosmos ~ #Xenosaga Piano Collection gorgeously arranges select pieces from the Yasunori Mitsuda-composed soundtrack. Plus, it throws in an excellent jazz arrangement album for good measure! Check out our review below 🎵 Music Review: www.rpgfan.com/music-review...

#MonsterHunter Stories might actually be a better fit for you if you're not into the main series. 🐲 Focusing more strongly on bonds with the Mons, and clearly an angle that Capcom has enjoyed pursuing with now a third title. Full Preview: www.rpgfan.com/2025/09/27/t...

The @wayorecords.bsky.social team struck gold once again! "Across the Kosmos ~ Xenosaga Piano Collection" is a contender for arrange album of 2025! Featuring @benyaminnuss.bsky.social and surprise mini jazz album from the ensemble "Endgegner!" www.rpgfan.com/music-review... @rpgfan.bsky.social

#PeopleofNote is the latest in the short-but-awesome list of music-based games. The art is gorgeous, the music is great, and the turn-based RPG combat is a swell surprise on top!⭐ Full Preview: www.rpgfan.com/2025/09/26/t...

The Legend of #Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom was out 1 year ago (2024)!📐 Finally the star of her own adventure (er, important/mainline games anyways); Echoes 'tri's something different by taking a problem solving approach, and it's as creative as ever. Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/the-l...

#Atelier Ryza made rushed into the world 6 years ago (2019)! Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout introduced us to Reisalin Stout and her Friends– a breezy and lovely trilogy with some of the nicest VGM you'll ever hear. 🍃 Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/ateli...