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The RPG Files

In this "whenever we feel like it" column, we'll be talking about, reviewing, and previewing all the best and brightest RPGs coming to the market, even if they're not "MMO" in nature.

PAX West Hands-On: Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Preview

We had the chance to check out Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 at PAX West 2024, taking the upcoming medieval RPG game for a spin.


The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom PAX West 2024 Hands-On Preview

For the first time ever, players will be able to take the mantle of Zelda in a mainline entry for the series. We got the chance to check out The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom in a preview during PAX West last weekend, and we came away eager to play more.


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Visions of Mana Review

Nick has been a fan of the Mana series since he was a kid, so he was pretty stoked to get his hands on Visions of Mana. Check out his review of the PS5 version here.


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Star Wars: Outlaws Review In Progress - The RPG Files

Star Wars: Outlaws is Ubisoft's latest open-world adventure, bringing players back to a galaxy far, far away. Yet, while the gameplay itself has been fun, the PC version's poor performance has overshadowed the experience every step of the way.


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Zoria: Age of Shattering Review

Zoria: Age of Shattering is a new CRPG from developer Tiny Trinket games, but how does this new RPG hold up? Check out in our review.


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Final Fantasy VII: REBIRTH Review

Four years after the release of Final Fantasy VII REMAKE, Final Fantasy VII REBIRTH picks up the iconic story in the new trilogy. How does it stack up, and is this the first real game of the year contender for 2024? Read on in our review.


Zoria: Age Of Shattering's Lack Of Permadeath For Its 50 Followers Aims To Limit Your Save Scumming

Zoria: Age of Shattering is out next month, and we got a chance to chat with Tiny Trinket about the upcoming CRPG and how, through its design choices, it aims to save you from save scumming.


Indie Adventure-RPG Tails of Iron Gets Free Expansion, Bright Fir Forest, Which Launches Today

Indie adventure-RPG Tails of Iron is getting a new expansion, Bright Fir Forest, that follows up on the critically acclaimed RPG's story. The expansion, which adds thirteen new quests, launches today for free.


The RPG Files: Super Mario RPG...And Beyond?

Super Mario RPG's remake has finally released, bringing the classic SNES game to life on the Nintendo Switch. Mike takes a look at where Nintendo can go from here to continue the series.


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The RPG Files: For The King II Review

In For the King II, players embark on a lively adventure akin to late-night D&D sessions, immersed in vibrant graphics and diverse character classes. Despite occasional challenges, the engaging turn-based combat, surprise elements, and collaborative multiplayer dynamics make it a delightful choice for strategy and tabletop gaming enthusiasts.


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Lords Of The Fallen Review

The Lords of the Fallen takes players to the dual worlds of Axiom and Umbral, but how well does the latest Soulslike hold up under pressure? Jason tackles this in his review.


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Assassin's Creed Mirage Review

Assassins Creed Mirage is a return to the series' roots in a sense, bringing players to 9th-century Baghdad. But how does it stack up so far compared to the recent series entries? Here is our review.


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Review: WrestleQuest Comes Off The Top Rope With A Solid Debut Effort

WrestleQuest brings the world of wrestling to a turn-based RPG, combining the two rather seamlessly into a solid first effort. Jason breaks down the nostalgia-fueled, pro wrestling - RPG hybrid down in his latest review.


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The RPG Files: Dragon Quest Treasures Review - PC Edition

Dragon Quest has a new spin-off on PC, Dragon Quest Treasures. Scott jumped into the RPG headlong to get his anime Indiana Jones on, looking for treasure in the rich Dragon Quest universe. Here is our review of the PC version.


Baldur's Gate 3 Review In Progress

Baldur's Gate 3 is officially upon us, a month earlier than previously expected. But how does the full, fat experience hold up, and if you've held out buying early access, should you wait even longer to jump into the world of Faerun? Check out our review in progress.