It gets to a certain point in a long-running series where the latest entries stop resembling the originals. Luckily, that’s not an issue Like a Dragon has to contend with because it would be…
January 23, 2024 | 07:51 EST
Alongside the plethora of awards handed out and announcements made at last night's Game Awards none shocked fans as much as Square Enix releasing Final Fantasy XVI DLC for fans to pick up. Final…
December 8, 2023 | 12:05 EST
Final Fantasy XVI is a return to form in some ways, bringing the setting back to a high-fantasy world of sword and sorcery, while also bringing something totally new to the franchise in the form of…
June 21, 2023 | 10:00 EDT
Every now and then, a game comes out that tests the boundaries of gaming genres. Rarely does one create something fun, unique, and creative on a scale that rivals games with much more money available…
April 26, 2023 | 11:05 EDT
JRPGs and games based on JRPGs generally have a few tropes that can be janky but nostalgic for a lot of gamers. Rarely does one come out that takes everything people love about the genre and improves…
January 29, 2023 | 12:05 EST
The One Piece manga celebrated its 25th-anniversary last year, marking an important milestone as the series sails ever closer to its finale. With such a long-running franchise, it’s no surprise that…
January 18, 2023 | 11:00 EST
When Harvestella was announced, I was somewhat skeptical. It was revealed along with a few other Square Enix titles that would be released within close proximity of each other, as if they were just…
December 19, 2022 | 10:00 EST
Despite a number of high-profile failures over the years, Kickstarter has still managed to help fund a number of excellent games. Chained Echoes, successfully crowdfunded in 2019, looked like it had…
December 7, 2022 | 12:05 EST
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is Monolith Soft's best work to date. While the studio has produced eclectic JRPG experiences in the past like 2003's underappreciated Baten Kaitos, the Xenoblade Chronicles…
August 18, 2022 | 10:00 EDT
The Megami Tensei games and their spin-offs have had all kinds of releases in recent years. Shin Megami Tensei V returned to the supernatural post-apocalypse, Persona continues to tell stories of…
August 18, 2022 | 10:00 EDT
As a JRPG aficionado, I’ve played my fair share of pickings from what the genre has to offer. Astria Ascending caught my eye and seemed like a painting that had come to life. It had some big names…
September 27, 2021 | 08:00 EDT
There’s a simple, intrinsic satisfaction that comes with savoring a delicious, filling meal. Even when one bite tastes more acidic or bitter than expected, the next one more than makes up for it,…
September 8, 2021 | 10:00 EDT
With talent like Kenji Anabuki onboard, who has worked on classic Tales titles like Tales of Vesperia in addition to the upcoming Tales of Arise, Scarlet Nexus has much to live up to. While never…
July 1, 2021 | 10:30 EDT
Atlus seems to be starting a trend of re-releasing its back catalog. First, we got a port of Persona 4 Golden, and now players can enjoy returning to the Vortex World in Shin Megami Tensei III:…
May 18, 2021 | 10:00 EDT
Looking for a colorful, cheerful JRPG to enjoy while we're all stuck at home? Then look no further than Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends and the Secret Fairy, the latest in Gust Co's long-running series…
January 26, 2021 | 09:00 EST
Trying to adapt a game from source material like Fairy Tail can be a difficult process. There's a balancing act to find that perfect mix of themes while making compelling gameplay. Already this year…
August 18, 2020 | 11:00 EDT
The Persona franchise hasn't been popular for long in the West. Spawning off the even more niche Shin Megami Tensei series, Persona uses a combination of powerful storytelling and strong themes to…
June 13, 2020 | 02:30 EDT
The second game from Tokyo RPG Factory, Lost Sphear promises a return to the "golden age" of RPGs while still improving on the criticisms of I Am Setsuna. Channeling elements of Chrono Trigger, …
February 1, 2018 | 01:00 EST
If you took an old-school JRPG, gave it a fresh 2D aesthetic, and optimized it for mobile then you would have Kobojo’s latest title Zodiac: Orcanon Odyssey. Zodiac is a unique premium RPG that is…
December 5, 2015 | 09:00 EST
Our Xenoblade Chronicles 3D review will give you the low-down on this handheld installment of the cult RPG. Xenoblade Chronicles 3D is in a unique position. It's the first exclusive for Nintendo's…
April 12, 2015 | 01:00 EDT
We first looked at Tales of Aravorn Seasons of the Wolf back in November as a preview in To The Green, and while it hasn’t made it onto Steam yet, it will be there in early 2015 as it has been…
January 6, 2015 | 01:00 EST
ArcaneSoul is the quest for a bigger combo. Big, flashy, glorious damage numbers splash out as you juggle groups of monsters in your crusade for gold, gear, and glory. The stages play out quickly in…
January 5, 2015 | 09:00 EST
The price may have gone up, but I bought the game through in-game purchasing (it starts out free, then you can buy the full game whenever) for 4 dollars. I think the original price is about 8$,…
October 10, 2014 | 09:00 EDT
It's much easier to critique a game that you hate or one that you WANT to hate. Sometimes you'll find a game that just seems ripe for you to rip apart - despite the various things that it may have…
September 15, 2014 | 09:00 EDT