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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 6h

#DragonQuestBuilders came out 9 years ago today! This spinoff of the Dragon Quest series features familiar monsters and charming characters with cozy resource gathering gameplay that we've featured in our list of introductory RPGs for kids.

Feature: www.rpgfan.com/featu...

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 6h

It has been one year since #MetaphorRefantazio was released. A great addition to the Atlus catalog, bringing many of the best mechanics from the Shin Megami Tensei series to a new fantasy setting.

Review: www.rpgfan.com/revie...

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 21h

Come to be betrayed by 90% HIT rates, and how easily they feel like a ~60%...😭⚔️ We're LIVE with #FinalFantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles!

Watch ►► twitch.tv/rpgfancom

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 21h

There's no bad time to join the Fire Emblem bandwagon --as it's by and large a great series! But going into retro titles can come with some QoL concerns, which are largely unfounded in the great GBA entry #FireEmblem: The Sacred Stones. 🔥

Full Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/fire-...

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 1d

Classic #FinalFantasy gets physical releases for its golden-era PS1 run, with FF7 and FF8 together, and FF9 getting its own – and a special bundle for both FF7 Remake + Rebirth (this one is especially cost-effective)! ☄️

Details: www.rpgfan.com/2025/10/10/f...

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 1d

Developer Yacht Club Games has announced an indefinite delay for Mina the Hollower, which was originally set to launch on October 31, as the title gets some final polish and balancing. Check out their full statement below!

News: www.rpgfan.com/2025/10/10/m...

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 1d

Scott's probably played this game more than any other. ⚔️ Already initiating challenge runs – we're LIVE with #FinalFantasy Tic-Tacs: The Ivalice Chronicles!

Watch ►► twitch.tv/rpgfancom

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 2d

Also, fans should check out @kbash.bsky.social 's excellent video retrospective on it! 💜

DL: youtu.be/k_GoWz0p-_E

The Game No One Could Understand

YouTube video by KBash

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 2d

Early PS3 action RPG Folklore was out 18 years ago (2007)!🍂 Two individuals are drawn to the Irish village Doolin to investigate the magic and secrets within the Netherworld. Summon powerful folk by drawing their souls and brawling with them.

Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/folkl...

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 2d

#Absolum is an action-packed beat'em up made by the talented teams behind Streets of Rage 4, TMNT Shredder's Revenge, and Windjammers! Though the roguelike elements don't always go the distance, the look and feel is worth its own weight here.

Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/absol...

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 2d

Shopkeeping/dungeon crawling hybrid #Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault has been delayed to an Early Access launch date of November 19. Fortunately, closed playtests will run on October 10 to help players wait for its release. Learn more below!

News: www.rpgfan.com/2025/10/09/m...

Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault artwork of Will running across a suspended wood bridge.

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 2d

There's worlds and galaxies out there! –And we're stuck on Expel tinkering with menus to break the game and become unstoppable damage-piling MACHINES.⭐🌊 It can only be Star Ocean: The Second Story [R] on a very special Retro Encounter podcast!

Listen: www.rpgfan.com/2025/10/09/r...

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 2d

Spooky season is upon us, and we want something vintage.🍷 –Vintage RPGs, that is! Castlevania is maybe the definitive gothic-styled series, but we have a few others titles you may not have tried yet. 🦇 Share some of your favourite scary games!

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 2d

There's trouble in paradise, and sometimes you need to open your eyes to make dreams come true.🌴 Illusion of Itehari takes the otome romance through a surprisingly more political tale for its cast to thoughtfully interact with.

Full Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/illus...

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 3d

Dengeki Faminico Gamer surveyed ~2,900 readers about what games they'd "eternal sunshine" to forget, and enjoy like it's the first time. 🧠 We've covered 9/10 titles on this great list (but this editor does recommend 'em all!👍).

Article DL: news./kikakuthetow...

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 3d

16 years ago, #ShinMegamiTensei: Strange Journey was first launched in Japan on the DS! And what a strange journey it was. With SMT's signature demon negotiation and fusion systems, its gameplay was incredibly addictive. Read our review below!

Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/shin-...

Graphic featuring Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey artwork.

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 3d

Dengeki Faminico Gamer surveyed ~2,900 readers about what games they'd "eternal sunshine" to forget, and enjoy like it's the first time. 🧠 We've covered 9/10 titles on this great list (but this editor does recommend 'em all!👍).

Article DL: news./kikakuthetow...

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 3d

Lucy Dreaming does the funny point-and-click thing with aplomb! 🌸 Although some parts might stump for silly reasons, the best parts of Lucy Dreaming are clearly the devs in perfect sync with the genre and material they're working with.

Full Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/lucy-...

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 4d

Pokémon Black & White 2 was out 13 years ago (2012) in North America!🖤🤍 The only sequels we've seen in the mainline series; but with a great variety of Pokémon, an excellent post-game, and a lively overworld makes it a very worthy sequel.

Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/pokem...

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 4d

Happy 25th anniversary to Ogre Battle 64: Person of Lordly Caliber, which was launched on N64 in North America on this day! This deep strategy RPG holds up excellently today, with a riveting plot and engaging battle system. Read our review below!

Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/ogre-...

Graphic featuring Ogre Battle 64: Person of Lordly Caliber artwork and screenshots.

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 4d

We've done anime streams for...TWO YEARS?! Time flies! And you should join since it's only the good stuff! Like tonight with more BOFURI: I Don't Want to Get Hurt so I'll Max Out My Defense!🛡️

See our Discord's Anime Night channel now (or head to rpgfan.com for the ►Discord Invite at the top!).

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 4d

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment properly reveals its Sages! 🔥🌊 Argusta the leader of the Gorons and Rauru's friend; Kia the Zora princess; Krafika the hard-to-understand Rito leader; and Ardi the Gerudo warrior and current follower of Ganondorf.🍃⚡ ...Guess we can expect some drama there.

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 5d

Tactics Ogre was first out 30 years ago in Japan (1995) for the #SNES. ⚔️ A masterclass in game story and writing (just look at these quotes!) and multiple endings to determine your fate. This is a time-honored classic, and a must-play for SRPG fans.

Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/tacti...

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 4d

The Fuga TRILOGY is on sale (Steam + Nintendo)! This strategy RPG about 12 children commanding a large tank and taking on the Empire was made by CyberConnect2 and part of the Little Tail Bronx series (Tail Concerto, Solatorobo).

And ICYMI: The 3rd game also teased a future game!

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RPGFan @rpgfan.bsky.social · 5d

Demon's Souls was out 16 years ago (2009)!🔥 FromSoftware's dark odyssey was teeming with life and death around every corner. It created an industry-wide butterfly effect for games that demanded players to get good – and die trying.

Review: www.rpgfan.com/review/demon...

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