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RPGamer Round-Up: October 26 – November 2

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2025/11/02

Welcome to the latest edition of RPGamer's round-up column, where we look back at some of the articles that we have posted over the intervening period. This article is designed to give reminders of some interesting content and stories that our readers might have missed.Editorial Content Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake Review Square Enix released its remakes for the first two Dragon Quest titles to complete the Erdrick trilogy in HD-2D. Matt Masem reports that the bundle offers a

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Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.4 Heads Into the Mist in...

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2025/10/31

Square Enix held its latest Letter from the Producer presentation for MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV. During the presentation, viewable in full below, Director and Producer Naoki Yoshida revealed the game's latest major update. The Patch 7.4 update, titled "Into the Mist", will release on December 16, 2025. Contents in the update include: New Main Scenario Quests New Dungeon: Mistwake New Trial: Hell on Rails, which will include both Normal and Extreme modes New Raid Tier: The Arcadion: Heavyweight,

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Arknights: Endfield Beta Test II, PS5 Technical Test...

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2025/10/31

Gryphline announced new upcoming test versions for Arknights: Endfield. Firstly, its Beta Test II will be available from November 28, 2025, on PC, iOS, and Android. Those interested in participating in the Beta Test II can register their interest by signing up to the game's official website and completing its survey. In addition to revealing the test, Gryphline released a new trailer and screenshots, as well as holding a special livestream featuring gameplay, hosted by Game Producer Light Zhong and

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Cairn: Mathair’s Curse Review

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2025/10/31

Whit's fur ye'll no go past ye Developer Ross McRitchie's Cairn: Mathair's Curse draws inspiration from retro RPGs and Scotland for an engaging turn-based adventure. While gameplay might not deviate very far from the classic template, its late 1980/early 1990s Alban setting works nicely with a well-paced and interesting story, backed up by a soundtrack that successfully infuses traditional Scottish sound into the SNES-style music. Its 25-to-30-hour runtime holds up nicely for a worthwhile

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The Use of Life Fully Releasing in November

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2025/10/31

Playism and Daraneko have announced the gamebook-style RPG The Use of Life will exit Early Access and fully release for PC on Steam on November 26, 2025. The full release will see the game increase in price from the current $17.99 Early Access price to $19.99. The game has been in Early Access since May 2022. The Use of Life follows main character Goshe on a fantasy adventure, with his choices impacting his attributes, resources, status, and those he encounters. The game’s multiple endings are

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Co-op Action RPG Triarchy Announced

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2025/10/31

Developer Digital Confectioners has announced Triarchy, a co-op action RPG for up to three players. The game is currently in development for PC and is planned to release via Steam in 2026. Triarchy sees players sail across and explore a drowned world while crafting new gear and taking on various foes. Players can freely explore the world and engage in drop-in/drop-out co-op play. Bosses will come with additional challenge modes that offer higher difficulty and greater rewards, while players can

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Farnia Village Undergoing Kickstarter Campaign

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2025/10/31

Developer ManaGames launched a Kickstarter campaign for Farnia Village. The title is a life sim action RPG developed by a team that includes lead programmer Shinichi Manabe and writer Takanori Tsuji, who both worked on Rune Factory 3 and Rune Factory 4. The staff also includes character designers benitama (Atelier Yumia), kannnu (Pokémon's Project Voltage), and BOKI simole, as well as composer Tomoko Morita (Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, Rune Factory 3 Special, Record of Lodoss War). Farnia

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Cassette Boy Publisher and Release Window Announced

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2025/10/31

Publisher Pocketpair Publishing announced it is partnering with developer Wonderland Kazakiri to release puzzle action RPG Cassette Boy on PC. The title is expected to release later this year, with a demo currently available on Steam. Cassette Boy takes place in a world where the moon disappeared after the protagonist stopped looking at it. Players are tasked with finding the moon, which entails solving puzzles as well as collecting weapons and battling monsters and bosses. The game features pixel

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Doki Monsters Quest Coming to Nintendo Switch

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2025/10/31

RedDeer.Games announced Doki Monsters Quest for Nintendo Switch. The title, which is developed by Yanako RPGs and released on Steam last year as Dokimon: Quest, is a creature-collecting RPG that draws inspiration from Game Boy Color games’ aesthetic. The announcement came with a trailer that showcases combat and exploration. A release date for Nintendo Switch version has not yet been announced. Doki Monsters Quest takes place in a world inhabited by creatures called Doki Monsters, which can be

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The Witch’s Bakery Coming to PC, Consoles in 2026

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2025/10/30

Developer Sunny Lab and publisher Silver Lining Interactive announced that The Witch's Bakery will be release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S in addition to its previously-announced PC and Nintendo Switch versions. The 2D adventure sim RPG, which follows a witch-baker in Paris, is planned to release in 2026. The Witch's Bakery puts players in control of Lunne, a witch who has newly arrived in Paris to open up a bakery. Her special power allows her to see into people's hearts and heal emotions

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Dark Deity 2 Arriving on PS5, Xbox Series X|S Next Week

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2025/10/30

Publisher indie.io and developer Sword & Axe announced that Dark Deity 2 will release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on November 7, 2025. The game, a follow-up to 2021 title Dark Deity, released on PC and Nintendo Switch earlier this year. Dark Deity 2 returns to the continent of Verroa, although it is intended to be playable for both newcomers and returning fans. Set twenty-five years after the events of the first game, it sees the rebuilt Verroa facing a new threat from the neighboring

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Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord’s War Sails DLC Gets New...

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2025/10/30

TaleWorlds Entertainment announced a new release date for its upcoming War Sails DLC for Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord. The DLC will release simultaneously for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on November 26, 2025. The announcement comes with a new fifteen-minute showcase highlighting the DLC's naval-focused gameplay. War Sails introduces naval combat to the game, as well as a new Viking-inspired faction — the Nords — that specialises in seafaring and close-quarters combat. It adds a

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New Release Round-Up (October 30, 2025)

RPGamer ·

2025/10/30

Welcome to RPGamer's new release round-up. In this column, we look to provide our readers with details on the major RPGs released this week. Please note we do not currently include Early Access releases where the game is still in development. Pricing is shown in US dollars before application of any discounts, local pricing may vary. Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake Platform: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2 Publisher: Square Enix Developer: Artdink, Asano

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Fuga: Melodies of Steel Trilogy Getting Physical Release

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2025/10/29

As part of its tenth-anniversary LRG3 event, Limited Run Games announced a physical release for CyberConnect2's Fuga: Melodies of Steel trilogy. Fuga: Melodies of Steel, Fuga: Melodies of Steel 2, and Fuga: Melodies of Steel 3 will be available to purchase individually, in a slipcase standard bundle, and in a collector's edition bundle to be revealed at a later date. The editions are planned to release for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch in 2026. Fuga: Melodies of Steel released

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Sigma Star Saga DX PC, Console Release Set for Early...

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2025/10/29

WayForward Technologies announced an updated release window for space shooter RPG Sigma Star Saga DX for PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The game is a remaster of Game Boy Advance title Sigma Star Saga, licenced by rights holder Bandai Namco, and utilises Limited Run Games’ Carbon Engine. Sigma Star Saga originally released in North America in 2005, with a European release following in 2006. The game follows Allied Earth Federation pilot Ian Recker, who acts as a double agent in the alien

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Cladun X3 Adds Ys, Trails, Further Collaborations

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2025/10/29

NIS America announced that a Ys and Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter collaboration is now available for action dungeon-crawler Cladun X3. The collaboration allows players to play as Adol Christin, Estelle Bright, and other characters from the games, as well as explore a new official world inspired by Minea from Ys I. In addition, NIS America announced further upcoming collaborations for the game, with the full list of currently-available collaborations available on its official website: Releasing

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Guild Wars 2: Visions of Eternity Expansion Out Now

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2025/10/29

ArenaNet has released its sixth expansion for MMORPG Guild Wars 2. The Visions of Eternity expansion is available now, priced at $24.99. Like the game’s previous expansion, Janthir Wilds, it is planned to receive three major post-release updates throughout 2026. Visions of Eternity sees players investigate rumors of an island rich with magic known as Castora. The Tyrian Alliance learns that a group of researchers known to cause danger around Tyria called the Inquest is in search of this island

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RPGamer Round-Up: October 12 – October 19

RPGamer ·

2025/10/19

Welcome to the latest edition of RPGamer's round-up column, where we look back at some of the articles that we have posted over the intervening period. This article is designed to give reminders of some interesting content and stories that our readers might have missed.Editorial Content / Special Event Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter Review Nihon Falcom returns to the first game in the Trails series with its full remake of Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter. Ryan Costa sees if its updated combat

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Extra Life 2025

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2025/10/18

RPGamer is proud to be participating in EXTRA LIFE 2025! Once again, we'll be playing games for far too many hours straight to raise money for the Children's Miracle Network. This is the sixteenth year that RPGamer will be participating in Extra Life, and together we've raised tens of thousands of dollars with donations from as little as $1 to help sick kids and fund research. This event is poignant for the staff as we not only play for sick kids, but for our editor-in-chief Michael A

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Godbreakers Showcases Its Lore

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2025/10/17

Developer To The Sky and publisher Thunderful Games revealed a new trailer for hack-and-slash roguelike Godbreakers. The two-minute video sees celestial beings elaborating on humanity's demise and the stakes of the mission entrusted to the vessels of humanity. The game will launch for PlayStation 5 and PC (via Steam and the Epic Games Store) on October 23, 2025. Godbreakers is set in a world where humankind has been annihilated by an artificial intelligence called the Monad. Players control vessels

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