News Archive: July 2014
Date Update
07/31/14

First English Trailer for The Awakened Fate Ultimatum

Who will you save?
07/31/14

Shin Megami Tensei IV Coming to Europe in September

FINALLY.
07/31/14

80 Days Review

The perfect game for Choose Your Own Adventure fans.
07/30/14

Dragon Quest IV Head West on Smartphones

Keep 'em coming!
07/30/14

Divinity: Original Sin Review

Now this is the power of Kickstarter.
07/30/14

MMORPG Swordsman Out of Beta and Ready to Play

Get your Wuxia on,
07/30/14

Square Enix Discounts Final Fantasy Games on Android

Quick! Time's running out.
07/30/14

Supercell Songwriter Ryo Composing For Bravely Second

I'm pretty excited by this.
07/29/14

See Dragon Age: Inquisition's Combat In-Depth in a New Video

The first in a series of upcoming videos.
07/29/14

The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky Now Available on PC

My body is ready.
07/29/14

RPGFan Music: Gaming Fantasy

Taylor Davis skillfully strings away!
07/29/14

Twitch Plays Pokemon X & Y Begins

Praise Lady Helix?
07/29/14

Phantasy Star Nova Release Date Announced For Japan

No word on a release anywhere else. Not surprising.
07/28/14

A New City is Revealed For Bravely Second

Jump inside to learn more about Agnes and the new Luxendarc.
07/27/14

New Screens & Art For Mordheim: City of the Damned

Whimsyshire this ain't.
07/27/14

A Few New Lords of the Fallen Images

My grandpa, what ornate armor you have!
07/27/14

Multiplayer: A Tribute to Video Games Earns for Charity

Spend money, get music, support charity!
07/27/14

An Ode to Child of Light

A musing on the use of verse.
07/27/14

Revolution 60 Review

An SF graphic adventure for iOS.
07/26/14

Telltale's The Walking Dead Season 3 Confirmed

Defend your lawn! Oh, wait, wrong game.
07/26/14

RPGFan Music: The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Symphony Review

Twilight Princess goes symphonic!
07/25/14

RPGFan Music: Grinsia OST

Pongball strikes SNES-scented gold!
07/25/14

Sen no Kiseki II Will Let You Import Save Data

We've also got a new trailer to share.
07/25/14

Learn More About Tales of Zestiria's Map Actions in New Screens

I'm Sorey to tell you there's also more on character names.
07/25/14

Tears to Tiara II: Hear of the Overlord Heads Out West

Thank Atlus and NISA for this one.
07/24/14

Lords of the Fallen Limited Edition Confirmed

Soundtrack, DLC, the usual.
07/24/14

Horde Chopper Mount Free For a Limited Time in World of Warcraft

Get to the chopper! / They came from...behind.
07/24/14

Kingdom Hearts 2.5 HD Remix Box Art Revealed

Sora and Roxas get to be on it twice.
07/24/14

Great Edo Blacksmith Announced For PlayStation Vita

It's like Recettear... but with ladies and a blacksmith.
07/24/14

Random Encounter - Episode 83

Can you guess the theme?
07/24/14

Dark Souls II DLC Review: Crown of the Sunken King

Rob isn't happy.
07/24/14

Legend of a Ninja: A Shadow to Remember Review

Understand the ninja.
07/24/14

Agnes Returns For Bravely Second

Acceptable!
07/24/14

Tales of Zestiria English Names Confirmed

Along with a couple of new gameplay images.
07/23/14

See Class of Heroes 2G's Dual-Screen Feature in Action

Check out this western-exclusive content.
07/23/14

Escha Enters Combat in New Atelier Shallie DLC

But will she stick around?
07/23/14

North American and European Release Dates Revealed For Persona Q

And take a look at the game's opening movie.
07/23/14

Dragon Age: Inquisition's Release Delayed

Players will have to wait just a little longer, but for the right reasons.
07/22/14

The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky Gliding to PC Next Week

Brace yourself! Get it? ...
07/22/14

The Walking Dead Season 2: Episode 4 Review

In which Bob muses on the dangers of a dialogue timer.
07/22/14

Secret of Mana on iOS is Getting an Update

Don't forget: it'll be coming to Android eventually too!
07/22/14

Guild Wars 2's Living World Has Become Entangled

New content has arrived!
07/22/14

Kemco's Band of Monsters Free For a Limited Time on Smartphones

A free mobile RPG? Sure!
07/21/14

New Screens Show Off Skills In Disgaea 4: A Promise Revisited

Over-the-top spells in Disgaea? Shocking!
07/21/14

Vote for Gurumin on Greenlight and Receive a Free Copy

Yep, simple as that! Pretty much.
07/21/14

Japanese Pop Idols Meet RPGs in Omega Quintet

We've got new screens for Compile Heart's first PS4 title.
07/21/14

Tell Koei Tecmo What You Think about Atelier Rorona Plus

They want to hear your thoughts in an official survey.
07/21/14

Oreshika: Tainted Bloodlines Will Only Be Released Digitally in Europe

North Americans will still see both physical and digital copies.
07/20/14

Disgaea 5 Cast Revealed?

Nippon Ichi Software reveal some new Disgaea-looking art.
07/20/14

First Fairy Fencer F English Screenshots

See Fang the Fencer and the fairies.
07/20/14

See Alvin and Elize in New Tales of Xillia 2 Videos

Let the character introcutions continue.
07/20/14

Dragon Quest X Goes Handheld in This New 3DS Trailer

See the game in action!
07/20/14

Get Ready for the Walking Dead: S2 Episode 4 in This New Trailer

Plus, release dates announced for all platforms.
07/19/14

Final Fantasy Record Keeper App Brings the Nostalgia

Relive the glory days of Final Fantasy in a whole new light.
07/19/14

Hyperdimension Neptunia VII 'Neptunia G' Story Gets a Trailer

The next story in the three part collection has its own clip!
07/17/14

Akiba's Trip: Undead & Undressed Comes to Europe in October

Strip those zombies!
07/17/14

First NAtURAL DOCtRINE English Media, Plus Website Launch

A full-featured website launch, and nearly 100 new screens and artworks.
07/17/14

Wasteland 2 Hands-On Preview

The world's wasted. How will you survive?
07/17/14

Massive Details for Tales of Zestiria!

This week's Famitsu was loaded with new information, and you can find it all here!
07/17/14

Meet the Newest Playable Character in Shining Resonance

Lesti, the Elven Dragoner, joins the fray!
07/17/14

Dark Souls II "Crown of the Sunken King" Gallery Update

Have a look at the DLC screenshots before they hit next week!
07/16/14

Have A Look At the Mysterious Final Fantasy Record Keeper

A timer with an unknown function? We're definitely curious!
07/15/14

Bik Review

In which we learn whether pens are better than markers...? No, that's probably not it.
07/15/14

Phoenix Announces Heroes & Legends: Conquerors of Kolhar

Come see the announcement trailer and screens!
07/15/14

Final Fantasy Explorers Starting Class Revealed

Have a look at the Freelancer!
07/15/14

Mega Metagross Coming to Pokemon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire

The newest announcements for the upcoming remake are here!
07/15/14

Fire Emblem Explodes Onto Super Smash Bros. Scene

Lucina and Robin join the cast of the upcoming brawler!
07/15/14

A Sneak Peek at the Opening Movie for Ar Nosurge Plus

The PS Vita enhanced version starts out beautifully.
07/13/14

Dreamfall Chapters Gallery Debut

Take another look at the long-awaited sequel.
07/13/14

Why Not, Have Some Tales of Xillia 2 Screens, Too

You can't get enough Tales, right? Okay good. Come inside.
07/13/14

Fight With Your Heart in These New Tales of Hearts R Screens

"Really? Your name is Kor Meteor?" somebody must ask.
07/13/14

New Media for Sword Art Online: Hollow Fragment

New screen shots, and even more character artwork.
07/12/14

New Atelier Shallie Battle Footage Released

Have a final look at combat before the title debuts next week!
07/12/14

Editorial: An RPG By Any Other Name

Do we ever really play a role?
07/11/14

New Screens, Video & Limited Edition Details for Ar Nosurge: Ode to an Unborn Star

There's a whole lot to see here.
07/11/14

Final Fantasy Explorers Highlighted in Nintendo Direct Video

Combat footage and a release window? I know what I want this holiday season.
07/11/14

Dragon Age: Inquisition Details and Alpha Gameplay Footage

No more Mabari in combat? Say it isn't so!
07/11/14

Discover the World of Natural Doctrine in a New Trailer

Time to get psyched for this challenging strategy title.
07/11/14

Revisit Your Promise in This New Disgaea 4 Vita Trailer

In English!
07/11/14

Shiny Jirachi Will Be Distributed to Pokemon X & Y in Japan

Because you can never have too much Pokémon news!
07/11/14

Don't Despair: New Screen Shots for Danganronpa 2 Are Here

These screens are much less terrible than this headline.
07/11/14

Secret Bases Making a Comeback in Pokemon Alpha & Omega

And... Doctor Pikachu!? See that and more in our updated gallery.
07/11/14

Terrain Will Play a Role in Tales of Zestiria's Battles

And meet the "Blue Valkyrie."
07/11/14

Excave: Sorcerer of the Underworld Out Next Week in Japan

Learn more about this roguelike for the 3DS.
07/11/14

Indie Adventure Game Quest for Infamy Now Available

Time to earn some Infamy Points.
07/11/14

Four Videos Show Arc System Works' New RPG in Action

The combat looks pretty fast-paced!
07/11/14

Strategy RPG Crossover Super Hero Generation Announced

Mobile Suit Gundam, Kamen Rider and Ultraman will fight together.
07/10/14

The Legend of Heroes: Akatsuki no Kiseki Official Site Opened

It's heading to PC! ...Which is not exactly a surprise.
07/10/14

More Solo-Friendly Content Promised for The Elder Scrolls Online

Among other eventual game changes.
07/10/14

Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn Patch 2.2 - 2.28 Review

One final look at the rest of the 2.2 era before we move on to 2.3.
07/10/14

Mega Metagross Deploying to Pokemon Alpha & Omega

Does it remind anyone else of a TIE Interceptor?
07/10/14

New Content Coming to Natural Doctrine in Japan

Hopefully we'll get it here too, once the game is released.
07/10/14

Sword Art Online: Hollow Fragment Talks About New Content

A sequel may also be in the works.
07/10/14

Origins Character Leliana Returning for Dragon Age: Inquisition

And take a look at 16 minutes of gameplay footage!
07/10/14

Lords of the Fallen Release Date Revealed

Sharpen your axe.
07/10/14

Rogue Legacy on Its Way to PlayStation Consoles

Descendants unite!
07/09/14

Aksys Games Announces Tokyo Twilight Ghost Hunters

The visual novel/RPG is heading our way!
07/09/14

Grim Fandango Remaster Will Also Be Available on PC

And Mac and Linux too!
07/09/14

Say Goodbye to Despair in a New Trailer for Danganronpa 2

Goodbye Despair! I said it.
07/09/14

Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel May Reach PS4, Xbox One

More guns!
07/09/14

Battle Princess of Arcadias Review

Does this continue the legacy of games like Odin Sphere and Dust: An Elysian Tail?
07/09/14

Get Entangled in Season 2 of Guild Wars 2's New Trailer

When they say "Living World," they're not kidding.
07/09/14

See the New Trailer for The Awaked Fate Ultimatum

Become a god, and the lives of others are in your hands.
07/09/14

Free-to-Play-Style Bravely Default Launching in Japan

Well, more like an extended demo... with in-game purchases.
07/09/14

Paper Mario 64 a Club Nintendo Reward for a Limited Time

You've got less than one month!
07/09/14

Dragon Quest X Heading to 3DS in Japan

Well, streamed, anyway.
07/09/14

Bloodborne Release Targeted for Early 2015

But if you're going to Gamescom, you'll get to play it sooner.
07/09/14

Tales of Phantasia iOS App to Be Removed from Circulation

After six months, the free-to-play title is being pulled.
07/08/14

The Wolf Among Us Episode 5: Cry Wolf Review

Bob weighs in on the season finale of The Wolf Among Us. Should you jump in?
07/07/14

Class of Heroes 2G Now Has a Limited Physical Edition

But you better grab it quick.
07/07/14

RPGFan at E3 2014

This is it: everything we saw, played, previewed, demoed, loved, hated, and wanted but did not see.
07/07/14

Fancy Pattern Vivillon Now Availble in Pokemon X & Y

And it comes with a brand new, never before seen move.
07/07/14

Pokemon National Championships Winners Crowned

To beat all the rest was their cause.
07/07/14

Get to Know Lloyd and Rixia in Sen no Kiseki II

And get to know them even better with new Bonding Events.
07/07/14

Templar Cullen Returning for Dragon Age: Inquisition

The Origins fan-favourite character makes a return.
07/06/14

New Muramasa Rebirth DLC Heading to North America and Europe

In which you play as a ninja who can summon a snake.
07/06/14

Learn More about Risen 3's Guardian's Guild

Plus new screenshots for your viewing pleasure.
07/06/14

Angry Birds Epic Review

Android Andrew is back with another mobile game review!
07/06/14

The Denpa Men 3: Rise of the Digitoll Review

What the heck is a Denpa Man?
07/06/14

Random Encounter - Episode 82

Will you answer the call?
07/06/14

Godly Powers Can Be Yours in The Awakened Fate Ultimatum

Or demonic. Whichever you prefer.
07/05/14

Final Fantasy Explorers to Feature Advanced Technical Maneuvers

Along with monster recruiting, chocobos, and maybe even an airship.
07/05/14

Demon Gaze 2 in Development

The anime-styled dungeon-crawler will make a comeback.
07/05/14

One-Way Heroics Review

Will you escape the creeping wall of darkness?
07/05/14

Sorcery Saga: Curse Of The Great Curry God Review

Curse indeed.
07/05/14

Pokemon National Championships Streaming Live

Jump inside to watch the video game and TCG US championships!
07/05/14

Shadows: Heretic Kingdoms Preview

Devour souls and control them as puppets.
07/05/14

MangaGamer Localising Otome Visual Novel Ozmafia!!

Those exclamation marks are part of the title. I'm not just really excited.
07/04/14

Learn More about Shining Resonance's Combat Systems

Execute magic, chain combos, and transform into a dragon!
07/04/14

Terra Battle's Producer Discusses Setting and Characters

A mix of sci-fi and fantasy will be present in this Mistwalker mobile RPG.
07/04/14

Final Fantasy XIV's 2.3 Patch Brings in Item Desynthesis

Break it down!
07/04/14

99 Spirits Expansion Now on Steam

With another one coming soon!
07/04/14

Link of Hearts Review

Kemco's back again with another mobile RPG.
07/04/14

Spellforce 2: Demons of the Past Review

Can Spellforce confront its own demons?
07/04/14

MMORPG Swordsman Now in Open Beta

And a new trailer to go with it.
07/03/14

Visual Novel Planetarian Coming to Steam

The decade-old game is making a comeback!
07/03/14

The Wolf Among Us: Episode 5 Arriving on July 8th

Will Bigby cry wolf?
07/03/14

Sequel to The Guided Fate Paradox Coming West Next Year

NIS America strikes again!
07/03/14

E3 2014: Read Only Memories Preview

A retro-style, LGBT-friendly cyberpunk graphic adventure.
07/03/14

See Dreamfall Chapters First Book in a New Trailer

Chapter one of Chapters.
07/03/14

Mistwalker Announces a New RPG for Smartphones

Yes, another free-to-play. ...Yay?
07/03/14

Sword Art Online: Hollow Fragment Dated for North America, Europe

Play a single-player RPG about playing a MMORPG. It's very meta.
07/03/14

More Returning Characters Announced for Atelier Shallie

I'm amazed Harry hasn't died in some ancient ruins yet.
07/03/14

New Kingdom Hearts 2.5 Remix Trailer is a Graphical Comparison

Am I the only one who couldn't always see a difference?
07/02/14

Child of Light Now Available on Vita

More Child of Light? What a delight!
07/02/14

The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky SC Delayed

Sad news for fans hoping to play the title soon.
07/02/14

Ar Nosurge Gets a North American Release Date

Exciting news for fans of the series hoping for a localization!
07/02/14

Tales of Hearts R Coming West in November

We're about to get the English version of Tales of Hearts after 2158 days!
07/02/14

Final Fantasy: Artniks Dive Coming to Smartphones

A new free-to-play RPG in the Final Fantasy universe.
07/02/14

Fairy Fencer F Limited Edition and Release Date Announced

Make sure to get your +1 Beanie of Dedication!
07/02/14

Borderlands 2 PlayStation Vita Review

DLC included!
07/02/14

Rhythm Encounter Episode 14: Inn Vogue

Grab a pillow, strike a pose, also listen to the end for free musics!
07/01/14

E3 2014: Gabriel Knight: 20th Anniversary Edition Preview

Will we have Curry?
07/01/14

E3 2014: Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call Hands-On Preview

Is this game canon?
07/01/14

E3 2014: Swordsman Hands-On Preview

It's pronounced "wu-sha."
07/01/14

E3 2014: Warhammer 40K: Eternal Crusade Impressions

I hope you're caught up on your Warhammer 40K lore.