PC Gaming
LitGirls: Bookbound Dungeons Announced for Steam in First Half of 2027
A new dungeon crawling RPG featuring literary-themed characters is set to launch on Steam in early 2027, with console versions to follow.
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Octopath Traveler I and II arrive on GOG with preservation status
Both Octopath Traveler games launch on GOG on October 8 as part of the platform's Preservation Program, with significant launch discounts through October 18.
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PC Gaming
Entropy dev explains how permadeath works in a party RPG
Lead developer James Wragg discusses the design philosophy behind Entropy's mercenary hiring system and permadeath mechanics, drawing inspiration from Mordheim and classic Final Fantasy games.
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Game Releases and Announcements
Tales of Eternia Remastered aims for faithful revival with improved translation and accessibility features
Bandai Namco's remaster of the classic 2D RPG delivers a redone translation and optional objective markers while preserving the original's A-LMBS combat system. The game launches October 15, 2026 across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Nintendo Switch
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Gothic II Complete Classic launches on PS5, PS4, and Xbox
THQ Nordic releases Gothic II Complete Classic worldwide across PlayStation and Xbox consoles, priced at $29.99. The package includes the base game and the Night of the Raven expansion.
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General Gaming
The Witcher 3 Strategy Guide Updated for Remastered Version
Shacknews has expanded its strategy guide for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt to cover the Remastered version, including character romance, quest walkthroughs, and gear locations.
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Game Releases and Announcements
Fable Won't Require Multiple Playthroughs to Unlock All Achievements
Playground Games has confirmed that players won't need several playthroughs to earn all of Fable's trophies and achievements, though the studio is keeping the full list under wraps.
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Nintendo
Tales of Eternia Remastered getting physical releases in Europe and Japan, digital-only in North America
Tales of Eternia Remastered will launch with physical copies on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 in Europe and Japan this October, though North American players will need to go digital or import. The Switch 2 version uses a game-key card rather than a full
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Xbox
Xbox's Open World Sale Offers Deep Discounts on RPGs and Game Pass Titles
Xbox's current Open World sale features major discounts on games including Starfield and Assassin's Creed Shadows, alongside heavily reduced Game Pass titles. A concurrent Ubisoft sale offers up to 85-90% off select games.
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Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director says original game is 'enshrined' in remake trilogy's story
Director Naoki Hamaguchi clarifies that while knowledge of the 1997 original enhances the Remake trilogy experience, newcomers can still jump in without prior experience. The game launches April 8, 2027 on Nintendo Switch 2.
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Game Releases and Announcements
Fareidolia Blends Real-Time and Turn-Based Combat in Nexon RPG
Nexon's upcoming anime RPG Fareidolia merges real-time movement with turn-based combat, where character positioning determines ability range and damage. The game also features microphone input for direct player communication with party members.
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PC Gaming
Majuular's 4.5-hour Ultima Online documentary is out now
YouTube essayist Majuular has released a deep-dive documentary on Ultima Online, the latest in his multi-year series chronicling Richard Garriott's influential RPG franchise.
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