Previews by James Galizio

Tales of Graces f Remastered is a strong statement of intent for the series' 30th anniversary
Tales of Graces f Remastered is a strong statement of intent for the series' 30th anniversary

Bandai Namco's latest Tales of Remaster is looking to be the strongest yet, and that's exciting for the future.

preview by James Galizio on 30 October, 2024

Branching Path: Professor Layton and the New World of Steam could be a return to form
Branching Path: Professor Layton and the New World of Steam could be a return to form

Level-5's upcoming Professor Layton game feels like it could be a return to the series' hayday, assuming nothing goes wrong

preview by James Galizio on 03 October, 2024

Madou Monogatari: Fia to Fushigi na Gakkou is too promising to not get localized - hands-on preview
Madou Monogatari: Fia to Fushigi na Gakkou is too promising to not get localized - hands-on preview

While Idea Factory will likely bring it over, the fact the latest Madou Monogatari is still Japan-only feels like a frustrating mistake

preview by James Galizio on 30 September, 2024

Utawarerumono is already a perfect fit for Nintendo Switch - hands-on preview
Utawarerumono is already a perfect fit for Nintendo Switch - hands-on preview

Out of nowhere, Utawareumono is coming to Nintendo Switch in Japan - and we got an early look during Tokyo Game Show

preview by James Galizio on 30 September, 2024

Fantasian: Neo Dimension is shaping up to be the perfect Steam Deck RPG - hands-on preview
Fantasian: Neo Dimension is shaping up to be the perfect Steam Deck RPG - hands-on preview

Fantasian: Neo Dimension was playable on Steam Deck OLED at Tokyo Game Show, and it's looking to be a perfect Steam Deck RPG

preview by James Galizio on 28 September, 2024

The First Berserker: Khazan wants you to feel Khazan's journey - hands-on preview
The First Berserker: Khazan wants you to feel Khazan's journey - hands-on preview

We had a chance to go hands-on with Nexon's upcoming "Hardcore Action RPG" during TGS, and we're excited to see more

preview by James Galizio on 28 September, 2024

Monster Hunter Wilds is exactly what I wanted for the series' next outing - hands-on preview
Monster Hunter Wilds is exactly what I wanted for the series' next outing - hands-on preview

Following up on everything that made Monster Hunter World great, Monster Hunter Wilds looks to be all that - and more.

preview by James Galizio on 28 September, 2024

Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii brings back playable Goro Majima in style - hands-on preview
Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii brings back playable Goro Majima in style - hands-on preview

Our first impressions for this pirate-themed romp is positive, as RGG Studios crafts some of the best action combat in the series' history

preview by James Galizio on 28 September, 2024

Metaphor: ReFantazio aims to be among 2024's best RPGs
Metaphor: ReFantazio aims to be among 2024's best RPGs

Earlier this month we had the chance to attend an extended preview event for Metaphor in New York City, and we're more excited than ever for the full game.

preview by James Galizio on 28 August, 2024

Card-en-Ciel's Anime Expo demo left an incredible first impression
Card-en-Ciel's Anime Expo demo left an incredible first impression

IntiCreates' upcoming RPG inspired by Mega Man Battle Network hooked me with its public demo

preview by James Galizio on 09 July, 2024

Gundam Breaker 4 aims to be the most expansive in the series yet
Gundam Breaker 4 aims to be the most expansive in the series yet

With the most number of base kits at launch, expanded gameplay modes and build variety - Bandai Namco's latest is looking to reverse the series' fortune.

preview by James Galizio on 05 July, 2024

Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana brings one of the best Ys games to modern platforms
Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana brings one of the best Ys games to modern platforms

While not a night-and-day difference from the PC release, fans new and old have a lot to look forward to.

preview by James Galizio on 05 July, 2024

Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is a charming return to Ivoire
Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero is a charming return to Ivoire

After 20 years, Phantom Brave's new entry is off to a promising start.

preview by James Galizio on 05 July, 2024

Reynatis's combat feels like nothing else in the genre
Reynatis's combat feels like nothing else in the genre

Shifting between Suppressed and Liberated states is a neat wrinkle on tried-and-true ARPG combat

preview by James Galizio on 04 July, 2024

Monster Hunter Wilds looks to be a bold statement on the series' past, present and future
Monster Hunter Wilds looks to be a bold statement on the series' past, present and future

With our first look at a full hunt in action, Monster Hunter Wilds feels like a true celebration of the series' 20-year legacy.

preview by James Galizio on 12 June, 2024

Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess is a game that defies conventional genre
Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess is a game that defies conventional genre

What the heck is a "Kagura Action Strategy" game, anyway?

preview by James Galizio on 11 June, 2024

Assassin's Creed Shadows is a game attempting to feed two fanbases at once
Assassin's Creed Shadows is a game attempting to feed two fanbases at once

Beyond just the dual protagonists, Ubisoft's latest entry in the series is attempting to bridge the gap between the old and the new

preview by James Galizio on 10 June, 2024

Phantom Blade Zero is slicing up a great first showing
Phantom Blade Zero is slicing up a great first showing

S-Game's Action RPG looks to be an Action RPG for real action game sickos.

preview by James Galizio on 10 June, 2024

Metaphor: ReFantazio  leaves a strong first impression
Metaphor: ReFantazio leaves a strong first impression

After 45 minutes with Atlus' upcoming fantasy RPG, players have a lot to look forward to.

preview by James Galizio on 08 June, 2024

Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail feels like a steadying step for the game's next 10 years
Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail feels like a steadying step for the game's next 10 years

During a preview event for the upcoming expansion, we had the chance to check out the first step in Final Fantasy XIV's new journey.

preview by James Galizio on 06 June, 2024

Monster Hunter Stories' looks to finally have a truly definitive version
Monster Hunter Stories' looks to finally have a truly definitive version

We had the chance to play the opening hours of Monster Hunter Stories' upcoming remaster

preview by James Galizio on 20 May, 2024

Visions of Mana looks prepped to bring Square Enix's Action RPG series back into the limelight
Visions of Mana looks prepped to bring Square Enix's Action RPG series back into the limelight

Building upon the Trials of Mana remake's foundations, Visions of Mana looks to revive one of Square Enix's oldest RPG series.

preview by James Galizio on 28 March, 2024

Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island is shaping up to be worth the wait
Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island is shaping up to be worth the wait

Shiren the Wanderer's first release in 14 years feels right at home.

preview by James Galizio on 25 January, 2024

Eiyuden Chronicle is yet another game I can't wait to play in 2024
Eiyuden Chronicle is yet another game I can't wait to play in 2024

During a preview session last week, we had the opportunity to go hands-on with the upcoming RPG

preview by James Galizio on 13 December, 2023

Cryptmaster hopes you're ready to tackle your vocabulary
Cryptmaster hopes you're ready to tackle your vocabulary

A blend between Legend of Grimrock and Typing of the Dead, Akupara Games' upcoming release is a Dungeon RPG like no other.

preview by James Galizio on 12 December, 2023

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