News Archive: September 2015
Date Update
09/30/15

CD Projekt RED Shuts Down Buy-Out Rumors

Looks like The Witcher 3 won't be EA Access anytime soon.
09/30/15

New Armour, Weapons, More Confirmed For Bloodborne: The Old Hunters

Ludwig isn't happy you've been using his sword.
09/30/15

Final Fantasy XIII-2 Now Playable on iOS, Android in Japan

Harnessing the power of the Cloud.
09/30/15

7th Dragon III Code: VFD Agent Job Class Intro Trailer

Dual pistol wielding hackers are always good in a fight.
09/30/15

The Legend of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes New Gameplay Trailer

Purple Link is notably missing from this party.
09/30/15

Dragon Age: Inquisition Game of the Year Edition Announced

The winner of RPGFan Game of the Year 2014 returns.
09/30/15

Watch the Debut Trailer for Seraph of the End

I guess Seraph of the Beginning was missed.
09/29/15

New Details, Sceenshots for Star Ocean: Integrity and Faithlessness

Learn about the game's planets, characters, and more.
09/29/15

Summon Night 6 to Include Special In-Game Treat for Series Fans

Not just another trinket.
09/29/15

Disgaea 5 Character Trailers Introduce Red Magnus and Usalia

He's red and has a fiery personality, we get it.
09/29/15

80 Days Review

A narrative game I loved on my phone comes to PC.
09/28/15

New Trailer Shows Off the Big Bad of Guild Wars 2: Heart of Thorns

And a character that challenges you to be as cool as him.
09/28/15

Tales of Zestiria Pre-Order Down to $38 on Steam

Tales games and PC just go well together.
09/28/15

RPGFan Music: If My Heart Had Wings OST Review

...it would soar with the birds above.
09/28/15

Yoru no Nai Kuni Box Art Revealed and DLC Announced

It looks pretty.
09/28/15

Feast Your Eyes on Eight Minutes of Tokyo Xanadu Combat

Basically, if Ys and Persona had a baby, this would be it.
09/27/15

Tales of Zestiria Gameplay Footage for PC is Here

Bring some popcorn, because the footage is over an hour.
09/27/15

Disgaea 5 Delayed Until October 16th in Europe

You get to have a regular life, for another week.
09/27/15

Zodiac: Orcanon Odyssey Gains Past Final Fantasy Artists For Collaboration

The talent behind this game just keeps on impressing.
09/27/15

Omega Quintet Review

Omega means end, right? I was glad to see this game's omega.
09/26/15

Adachi, Marie, and even Hatsune Miku Coming to Persona 4: Dancing All Night as DLC

More characters! More music!
09/26/15

Here's Stella Glow's Song Magic in Action

And a closer look at the shiny launch edition!
09/26/15

Life is Strange Episode 5 Release Date Announced

This is the end of your role-playing as a teenage girl.
09/25/15

Vic Mignogna Interview

I wonder what Neal had to give up to get this interview?
09/25/15

See Ten Minutes of Exist Archive: The Other Side of the Sky Gameplay

The JRPG handbook: beautiful world exploration with beautiful people.
09/25/15

First Look at Dragon Quest Heroes II Shows New Monsters

That's one big Balzack.
09/25/15

Terra Battle and Mobius Final Fantasy Crossover Event Announced

Sakaguchi returns to Final Fantasy in a strange way.
09/25/15

Watch Atelier Sophie's Opening Movie

The next Atelier RPG comes out November 19th in Japan.
09/24/15

Check Out the TGS 2015 Trailers for Monster Hunter Stories

Any chance of this one making it over the pond?
09/24/15

Watch a Brief Trailer for Kingdom Hearts Unchained Chi

Not to be confused with that other Kingdom Hearts news.
09/24/15

Persona 4: Dancing All Night Review

Yeah... it's on the fringe for us, but it's Persona!
09/24/15

Watch 10 Minutes of Ikenie to Yuki no Setsuna Gameplay

It plays just like an RPG should.
09/24/15

Nomura Explains Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue Title Math

It's fine. Seriously. No trouble here.
09/24/15

Cryamore Joins Forces With Altus

The indie gem is still alive and kicking with a Summer 2016 release date.
09/24/15

Final Fantasy Agito is Evolving into Final Fantasy Type-0 Online

You can't push B, it's gonna do it regardless.
09/24/15

Meet More New Heroes and Villains of Project X Zone 2

This game is just getting better and better and weirder and SEGATA SANSHIRO?!
09/24/15

Tales of Zestiria Combat Showcased in New Video

Plus new screenshots!
09/23/15

Start the Reconstruction with Dragon Quest Builder's Opening Movie

That darn Dragonlord, always destroying worlds.
09/23/15

Xenoblade Chronicles X Will Have Free DLC Characters and Mechs

In the west. 'Murica!
09/23/15

Kingdom Hearts 0.2 Will Use the Tech From Kingdom Hearts III

It's like a demo with extra story content!
09/23/15

Danganronpa V3 Announced at TGS

Is it really a Mono-kuma if there's more than one of them?
09/22/15

Fallout 4 Voice Recording is Complete

The script is longer than Skyrim and Fallout 3 combined...wow...
09/22/15

Dragon Quest VII for Smartphones is Out in Japan

Complete with launch trailer!
09/22/15

Random Encounter - Episode 99.8

Great, now the Kingdom Hearts naming conventions have rubbed off on the podcast...
09/22/15

Meet the Phantom Thieves of Hearts from Persona 5

I don't want to know anymore before the game comes out!
09/22/15

7th Dragon III Code: VFD Shows off "God-Hand" Job Class

There is no relation to the Capcom PS2 game of the same name.
09/22/15

New SaGa Game Will Stick With 5-Character Battles

We also get a literal "first look" at the game.
09/21/15

Come Watch 20 Minutes of Dark Souls III Action

How many times can you die in 20 minutes?
09/20/15

Brand New Gameplay Footage for Star Ocean: Integrity and Faithlessness

Also, check out that sweet Ultimate Box.
09/20/15

Final Fantasy XIV New Patch 3.1 Details

It is not soon enough!
09/19/15

Check the New Full Trailer for Ace Attorney 6

Your Honor, may I...I've done too many of these.
09/19/15

Final Fantasy XV Chocobo, Fishing Footage and Details on Luna, King Regis

And who is Gentiana?
09/19/15

Watch the Extended TGS Trailer for Ikenie to Yuki no Setsuna

For now, I'll just call it Setsuna.
09/19/15

Shadowrun: Hong Kong Review

Taking on the shadows in a new country.
09/19/15

New Final Fantasy Adventure Coming to Vita, Mobile

Square Enix casts revive!
09/19/15

Grand Kingdom Trailer Introduces Characters

Build an army to battle others in this tactical RPG.
09/18/15

Retro Encounter 5-1: Terranigma

Somebody should have told me this was an action RPG!
09/18/15

Star Ocean: Second Evolution Port Coming to PS4, Vita 'Not Far Off'

I wonder how many light years that is?
09/18/15

Square Enix Gives Us Dragon Quest Builders Gameplay

And we have the full details for you.
09/18/15

New Form Revealed For Legendary Pokémon Zygarde

Pokemon Z confirmed? Time will tell.
09/18/15

Yoru no Nai Kuni is Heading West

Fantasy Dynasty Magic Warrior Girls from Tecmo Koei and Gust.
09/18/15

Odin Sphere: Leifthrasir Gets Two New TGS Trailers

Is it weird if I like that Cornelius dude?
09/18/15

New Sword Art Online Game in Development

Bandai Namco is really busy lately.
09/18/15

Please Review the Video Evidence of Ace Attorney 6

All names and places were left in Japanese, to protect the innocent.
09/18/15

Production has Ceased for Final Fantasy Agito+ on PS Vita

Straight Outta Phoenix Downs.
09/17/15

Next Danganronpa Game Announced for PS4 and PS Vita

So many kuma!
09/17/15

Kingdom Hearts 2.8 HD Hype Train Keeps Rolling with Extended Trailer

Upcoming games: Kingdom Hearts 2.85, KH 2.9, KH 2.98, and then finally KH 3.
09/17/15

Technobabylon Review

I loved that movie! Vin Diesel is... oh, wait, that's a different thing.
09/17/15

New Persona 5 Trailer Announces Delay, but Website Promises Info 'Coming Soon'

It's an emotional roller coaster.
09/17/15

New Vanillaware Game 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim Announced

Do you need more Mechs in your life?
09/17/15

Noctis' Voice Actor Visits Square Enix, Rides Chocobos

In the game of course, not a real life chocobo.
09/16/15

TGS 2015: Dark Souls III, Project X Zone 2 Dated For North America, Europe

Early next year will be good for all sorts of RPG fans.
09/16/15

New Details on Tokyo RPG Factory's Project Setsuna

ATB, praise be!
09/16/15

New TGS Trailer for World of Final Fantasy

Possibly the most "kawaii" FF ever.
09/16/15

Dragon Quest Builders Launching January in Japan

Still no word on a Western release.
09/16/15

Star Ocean: Integrity and Faithlessness Gets February Release in Japan

Plus, brand new trailer.
09/16/15

Amnesia: Memories Review

Oh yeah, I remember that time I had amnesia.
09/16/15

Square Enix Announces Kingdom Hearts: 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue

...isn't that a bit of a misnomer?
09/16/15

Celebrate 15 Years of Final Fantasy IX With "Worlds Apart"

OverClocked Remix strikes again, with a massive 58 track community arrangement album.
09/15/15

First New SaGa Game in 10 Years Coming to Vita in 2016

Legend of Legacy doesn't count.
09/15/15

Venture Back to Bloodborne with The Old Hunters

Better stock up on blood vials.
09/15/15

Final Fantasy Grandmasters Unveiled for Smartphones

Micro-transactions confirmed...
09/15/15

Dark Souls III Has Some Crazy Particle Effects

Using the Dark Souls of middleware...
09/15/15

Playable Teaser for New NES-Inspired Indie, Untold Story

Yo dawg, I heard you like 8-bit RPGs...
09/14/15

Get Your Estus Flasks Ready: Dark Souls III Coming to Japan March 24

Also, From Software prepares to open a new studio.
09/14/15

Evoland 2: A Slight Case of Spacetime Continuum Disorder Review

It's totally not [insert game you've played here], we promise.
09/14/15

New PlayStation Exclusive Content in Destiny: The Taken King

For those lucky few who prefer Sony over Microsoft.
09/14/15

Tons of Info for Summon Night 6: Lost Borders

Screenshots, details, scans and a trailer!
09/14/15

7th Dragon III Code: VFD New Trailer for Duelist Class

Please Sega, localize this!
09/14/15

Changes Are Coming to Fairy Fencer F: Advent Dark Force

Get ready for some fairy fencing on PS4!
09/14/15

Stranger of Sword City Headed to Xbox One

JRPGs on Xbox!?
09/14/15

New Interviews With Persona 4: Dancing All Night Voice Actors

No, it's not Troy Baker but still very cool!
09/14/15

You'll be Able to Exchange Your GOG Code for The Witcher 3's Expansion

Plus, see a tease for a new track in the expansion.
09/13/15

Criminal Girls 2 Second Trailer Released

Characters, dungeons, and more.
09/13/15

New Video from Fire Emblem Creator's Indie Game, Vestaria Saga

Understandably, it oozes early Fire Emblem.
09/13/15

Regarding Random Encounter Episode 100

We've hit a few snags, but it's coming, we promise.
09/13/15

RPGFan Music: FFVI Piano Collections Arranger Revealed

A 21-year mystery finally reaches its conclusion.
09/13/15

The Arland Atelier Trilogy is Coming to North America

NIS America to invade The States with a triple threat of kawaii alchemists.
09/13/15

Reminder: Altus' Genei Ibun Roku #FE is Still Fabulous

I wish I was as magically fashionable as Senpai.
09/13/15

The Legend of Legacy Demo is Coming to an eShop Near You

Pre-order now for the low price of lost data storage. What a deal!
09/13/15

Here is Sega's Tokyo Game Show 2015 Line Up

It's chock full of surprises, intrigue, and 16 essential vitamins.
09/13/15

Tokyo Xanadu Looks Like a Nice Place to Visit

But I wouldn't want to fight demons there.
09/12/15

Pokémon Go Announced for Mobile Devices

It's like Geocaching, but with Pokémon!
09/12/15

Dragon Quest Heroes' Western Release Gets All DLC On-Disc

New bosses and playable characters, free of additional charge.
09/12/15

Final Fantasy V Flying Onto Steam

The legendary journey of Butz... er, Bartz, to slay a giant tree.
09/12/15

Take a Gander at New Digimon World: Next Order Screenshots

Plus some more information about our next journey to the Digital World.
09/12/15

New Persona 5 Poster Emerges Before TGS

What do you know about The Phantom Thief Party?
09/12/15

Loaded with New Content, Dragon Quest VIII Now Out in Japan

There are familiar faces too.
09/12/15

Fallout 4 Getting Season Pass, Trailer Explains New Special System

In other news, water is still wet.
09/10/15

No Objections Here—Ace Attorney 6 is Coming to the 3DS

Take That News! As well as images and other obvious Phoenix Wright references.
09/09/15

Retro Encounter 4 ~ Final Thoughts

Another month, another "The End" screen.
09/09/15

Witcher 3 Expansion, Hearts of Stone Release Date Announced

It's getting a limited physical release!
09/09/15

Dark Souls III is Getting an MP Bar

And spells are getting tweaked as well!
09/09/15

Persona Special Stage Coming to Tokyo Game Show 2015

I can has release date, please? See, it's funny, because there's a cat in the game...
09/09/15

PAX Prime 2015: Stories: The Path of Destinies Hands-On Preview

Fairy tales seem to be hot property these days.
09/09/15

The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel Limited Edition Announced

Even a novice Bracer can afford an extra ten Mira, right?
09/09/15

Check Out The New Special Movie for Utawarerumono: False Mask

Just don't call it a trailer.
09/09/15

Square Enix Teases "Secret" Event at Tokyo Game Show

Ooooh, secrets.
09/09/15

Kingdom Hearts 2.9 Leaks and Pixar in Kingdom Hearts 3

All this according to a LinkedIn profile.
09/08/15

PAX Prime 2015: Battle Chef Brigade Hands-On Preview

We're not 100% sure about it either.
09/08/15

PAX Prime 2015: Masquerada: Songs and Shadows Hands-On Preview

JRPG... WRPG... the line isn't always so clear.
09/08/15

Before Meteor: Final Fantasy XIV OST Review

I wasn't kidding a few weeks ago. There really is always more FF XIV!
09/08/15

World of Warcraft at Lowest Subscriber Count Since 2006

Maybe it's finally time to think about Warcraft 4?
09/08/15

Final Fantasy Agito Smartphone Game Ending Service in November

A nice vacation for Class Zero.
09/08/15

More Romance Options Coming to the Witcher 3 in Next Patch

Will we finally get to romance a Water Hag?!
09/08/15

Pokemon Super Mystery Dungeon Scans Show Off Mega Abilities

Plus news about some new items.
09/07/15

Defend Gallia in Valkyria Chronicles Mod for Civ V

Creativity on the internet never ceases to amaze.
09/07/15

Yu Suzuki Hired a Fan He Met to Work On Shenmue 3

Moral of the story: eat thai food.
09/07/15

Death Under the Labyrinth Delayed Until December in Japan

Compile Heart released the opening movie as a tease.
09/07/15

Dark Souls II and Heavensward in Labor Day Sale

Best Buy Offering Great Deals for Gamers
09/07/15

Girl Friend Beta Tantalizes in Introduction Trailer

Do these girls own clothes that aren't bikinis?
09/07/15

Get Ready for Megadimension Neptunia VII Coming to the West in 2016

Complete with a brand new name!
09/07/15

PAX Prime 2015: Blade: Sword of Elysion Hands-On

Wesley Snipes not included.
09/07/15

Retro Encounter 4-3: The Last Story

I swear, it's the same plot as Final Fantasy Tactics.
09/06/15

Belladonna Review

OK, that picture is kind of creepy.
09/05/15

First Details on Monster Hunter Stories

Become a Monster Rider, which is totally different from a Monster Hunter, we promise.
09/05/15

Atelier Sophie Updates: Gameplay, Characters, and Vouchers, Oh My

Feast your eyes!
09/05/15

NIS Welcomes You to the Coven and Labyrinth of Refrain

Warning, this game may contain witches.
09/05/15

Stand On the Shoulders of Heroes in Legend of Zelda: Tri-Force Heroes

No seriously, you stand on their shoulders. It's part of the game. Just get in here.
09/05/15

Abyss Odyssey: Extended Dream Edition Review

John Tucker reviews the PS4 version of last year's roguelike
09/05/15

PAX Prime 2015: The Repopulation Hands-On Preview

It's not that kind of game, get your mind out of the gutter.
09/05/15

Grandia II Anniversary Edition Gets an Update

60 FPS plus Grandia II! Sign me up!
09/05/15

Check Out Grand Kingdom's 4th Trailer

Still bummed that the game has been delayed.
09/05/15

New 7th Dragon III Trailers Introduce Us to the New Jobs

The Vanisher sounds more like a superhero then an RPG class to be honest.
09/05/15

Final Fantasy X / X-2 HD Remastered Gets Patch for PS4

This may be the first time I am actually happy to get more RNG in a game!
09/04/15

New Staff Members at RPGFan!

Also, some changes among the old-timers.
09/04/15

PAX Prime 2015: Dragon Fin Soup Hands-On Preview

Ever imagine Little Red Riding Hood as a busty alcoholic? Well now you don't have to.
09/04/15

Dragon Quest VIII Post-Ending Story Teased in Screenshots

What secrets lie beyond that door....?
09/04/15

Double Bummer: Grand Kingdom and Exist Archive Delayed in Japan

Delay in Japan = Delay everywhere else.
09/03/15

Check Out the Sword Coast Legends Launch Trailer

And a bunch of screens too!
09/03/15

Sword Art Online Re: Hollow Fragment Review

Can an updated translation save this port?
09/02/15

Deus Ex: Mankind Divided Due Out February 23rd, Pre-Order Bonuses Detailed

Augment your pre-order before you augment your-self.
09/02/15

Come Take A Look at NieR New Project Concept Art

It's only one picture, but it's definitely worth 1,000 words.
09/02/15

Kingdom Hearts: Unchained Chi is Coming to a Mobile Device Near You

The legendary Keyblade War ... in the palm of your hands.
09/02/15

Broken Age: Act II Review

Yep, it's really got an Act II now.
09/02/15

RPGFan Music: Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney: Dual Destinies OST Review

I have no OBJECTION to this. We'll HOLD IT so you can read it.
09/01/15

PAX Prime 2015: Neverwinter: Elemental Evil Hands-On Preview

In Seattle, the elemental evil is rain.
09/01/15

PAX Prime 2015: ChronoBlade Hands-On Preview

No, it's not the third Chrono game.
09/01/15

Guild Wars 2 Core Game Goes Free to Play, End Game Raids To Be Added

Time for some hard end game content.
09/01/15

Dragon Age: Inquisition Enters Its Final Chapter with Trespasser

The leaked trailer and release date are now official.
09/01/15

Dragon Quest VII Coming to Smartphones

But still no 3DS release...
09/01/15

New Sword Art Online: Lost Song PS4 Footage from Bandai Namco

More footage from Bandai Namco's hands-on event.
09/01/15

Take A First Look at Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth in English

Still can't believe we're getting this one.
09/01/15

New English Tales of Zestiria Gameplay Arises

Not one, not two, but three brand-new videos!
09/01/15

Final Fantasy XV Confirmed For 2016 Release

Plus new gameplay footage from PAX.
09/01/15

Fable Legends PC Not Steam-Bound

But at least there will be a PC version, right?
09/01/15

Xenoblade Chronicles X Special Edition Revealed for North America

No, it doesn't include a Skell model kit.
09/01/15

PAX Prime 2015: New Dragon Quest Heroes Gameplay

The new characters are pretty buff!
09/01/15

The Witch and the Hundred Knight Revival Demo Available for PS4

If you have a Japanese PSN account...
09/01/15

Dragon Quest V for Mobile Is On Sale

Use what is left over to get you that Bronze Helm!
09/01/15

Diablo III Launches New Content in Patch 2.3.0

It's the return of the Cube!
09/01/15

Odin Sphere: Leifthrasir's Optional Treasure

Collectibles available with the remake.
09/01/15

Fallout 4 Contending for RPG Throne

Bethesda looking to further horizons beyond that of Skyrim.