RPG Reviews
Promise Mascot Agency offers the most unrealistic power fantasy for today's day and age; owning and running a successful business
by James Galizio on 07 April, 2025
While Atomfall should be praised for its accessibility settings and innovative “Lead” system, a plethora of design shortcomings frustrate in this survival-RPG hybrid.
by Scott White on 25 March, 2025
The First Berserker: Khazan Review
Neople and Nexon's Soulslike-inspired action RPG set in the DNF universe sadly misses the mark on many of its components with a dull color palette that masks its lovely art style, sluggish combat flow due to its restrictive stamina system, and just doesn't distinguish itself from its many contemporary competitors.
by Josh Torres on 24 March, 2025
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Review
This well deserved remaster of Xenoblade Chronicles X makes it easier than ever to appreciate one of the best open-world RPGs out there.
by Cullen Black on 18 March, 2025
Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land Review
While the combat system has its flaws and the gameplay doesn’t innovate much within the open-world genre, Atelier Yumia is a fantastic starting point for newcomers to the Atelier franchise.
by Chao Min Wu on 14 March, 2025
Suikoden I&II HD Remaster Review
Suikoden I&II HD Remaster Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars brings the classic pair of PSX-era titles to modern consoles in a delightful package.
by Paul Shkreli on 05 March, 2025
The strangest game I have ever played in my entire life is equal parts fascinating, frustrating, and complicated.
by Junior Miyai on 03 March, 2025
Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero Review
Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero can scratch that SPRG itch if you have it, but it is unlikely to be intriguing to those without an interest in the genre.
by Nathan Lee on 02 March, 2025
Monster Hunter Wilds has all the potential to become the best game in the franchise's history, even if it's not quite there yet.
by James Galizio on 24 February, 2025
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Review
Goro Majima's swashbuckling adventure is a ton of fun to play with some of the series' most thrilling beat 'em up combat and compelling side distractions, despite its messy main narrative.
by Josh Torres on 18 February, 2025
Avowed is a well-written and cohesive fantasy escape that thoughtfully ramps from modest to grandiose, though small bits of uneven execution slightly detract from an otherwise impressive experience.
by Bryan Vitale on 14 February, 2025
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Review
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is a dense numbers-driven RPG and a remarkable improvement from its predecessor, with an immersive 15th century setting, satisfying role-playing, and impressive cinematic chops.
by Adam Vitale on 08 February, 2025
The Legend of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak 2 Review
The Legend of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak 2 manages to improve in some areas while stumbling a bit in others, but still manages to deliver an exciting tale; here is our review.
by Scott White on 07 February, 2025
Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist Review
A solid search-action game coupled with an incredible musical score makes for an easy recommendation.
by Junior Miyai on 21 January, 2025
Dynasty Warriors: Origins Review
Taking the long-running hack n' slash series into a fully-fledged action RPG experience, developer Omega Force has revived this series revolving around the Romance of the Three Kingdoms in a stunning fashion at the cost of scaling back what it used to offer before.
by Josh Torres on 20 January, 2025
Tales of Graces f Remastered Review
Over fifteen years since an initial release, Tales of Graces f Remastered is a lovingly executed refresh of a series classic.
by Paul Shkreli on 15 January, 2025
Freedom Wars: Remastered Review
Polished up with a new coat of paint and some Quality-of-Life upgrades, Freedom Wars is better than ever.
by James Galizio on 08 January, 2025
Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana Review
One of Falcom's best Ys games comes to modern consoles, but the end result should've been better.
by Mikhail Madnani on 07 January, 2025
Fantasian: Neo Dimension Review
Fantasian is a wonderful JRPG, and now it's even better and accessible to all platforms.
by James Galizio on 04 December, 2024
Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake Review
Dragon Quest III returns with it's first new remake in years, recapturing the spirit of what made the original so special.
by Cullen Black on 13 November, 2024
Slay the Princess — The Pristine Cut Review
Slay the Princess — The Pristine Cut Review improves on a fantastic narrative-driven horror experience with its new story content, enhancements, music, features, and console release.
by Mikhail Madnani on 06 November, 2024
Mario & Luigi: Brothership Review
Mario & Luigi: Brothership is the biggest and boldest the series has ever been, with some novel battle mechanics, but an overstuffed runtime severely dilutes the experience in both narrative and gameplay.
by Adam Vitale on 05 November, 2024
Dragon Age: The Veilguard Review
Despite many shortcomings undermining its ambitions, Dragon Age: The Veilguard engages with its RPG systems, visual flair, and strong, heartfelt storytelling.
by Josh Tolentino on 28 October, 2024
Yakuza Kiwami on Switch offers a competent handheld experience despite visual cutbacks, and the addition of licensed music in the West is welcome.
by Mikhail Madnani on 24 October, 2024
Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven Review
Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is a lovely remake of one of Square's legacy titles and may be the best entry into the series for newcomers to dip their toes.
by Scott White on 23 October, 2024