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Nintendo Switch Demos: Comprehensive Guide to Free Game Trials on the eShop (North America & Europe)
Explore a complete, updated list of Nintendo Switch demos available in North America and Europe. Learn how to download free trials, including notable games and...
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Tales of Destiny NTSC-U Patch Revitalizes Classic PS1 RPG on Modern Platforms
A comprehensive fan-made patch for Namco's Tales of Destiny NTSC-U brings restored content, bug fixes, and localization improvements to the classic PlayStation RPG.
Wolfenstein RPG Fan Port Brings Mobile Classic to PC: GEC Entertainment Continues Revival Efforts
GEC Entertainment has unofficially ported Wolfenstein RPG from mobile platforms to PC, further cementing its reputation for preserving classic id Mobile titles. Learn...
Yuzo Koshiro Terranigma: Composer Reveals Forgotten SNES Track from Quintet Classic
Veteran composer Yuzo Koshiro says he rediscovered a lost Terranigma track he scored for Quintet's SNES action-RPG. Coverage of the reveal, Koshiro's ongoing work on...
Tap Wizard 2 Announced for Nintendo Switch: Idle RPG Shooter Coming to eShop in 2025
Ultimate Games and TopCog bring Tap Wizard 2, an idle action RPG with retro visuals, to the Nintendo Switch eShop in 2025, offering engaging progression and pixel art...
Octopath Traveler Series Surpasses 5 Million in Global Sales: Square Enix Celebrates RPG Milestone
Square Enix announces Octopath Traveler franchise sales milestone with over 5 million copies sold worldwide, highlighting the success of its HD-2D RPGs on Nintendo...
Mario & Luigi: Brothership Review – A Triumphant Return for the Beloved Nintendo RPG Series on Switch
Explore our in-depth review of Mario & Luigi: Brothership for Nintendo Switch, covering gameplay, innovative mechanics, accessibility, and what makes this new...
Level-5 Unveils Holy Horror Mansion: The Next Big Cross-Media RPG Franchise
Level-5 has announced Holy Horror Mansion, a new cross-media project billed as a 'Ghost Craft RPG' and the studio's largest endeavor since Yo-kai Watch. Details on...
Rent-A-Hero Z Mobile Release: LINE NEXT Launches Rent-A-Hero Z on iOS and Android in Limited Markets
LINE NEXT and Sega have released Rent-A-Hero Z on iOS and Android in Australia, Canada and India as a limited roll-out to gather player feedback ahead of a wider launch.
Tetsuya Nomura Retirement Plans and Kingdom Hearts IV: What the Creator Said
Kingdom Hearts co-creator Tetsuya Nomura told Young Jump he is weighing retirement against finishing the series, and is developing Kingdom Hearts IV with the intention...
Dragon Slayer: The Legend of Heroes PC-8801mkIISR Release Confirmed for Nintendo Switch eShop on September 12
Nihon Falcom's classic RPG, Dragon Slayer: The Legend of Heroes, arrives on Nintendo Switch eShop as part of D4Enterprise's EGGCONSOLE series on September 12. Discover...
Fantasian Neo Dimension Brings Renowned RPG Collaboration to Nintendo Switch in Winter 2024
Square Enix and Mistwalker launch Fantasian Neo Dimension on Nintendo Switch, delivering Hironobu Sakaguchi and Nobuo Uematsu's acclaimed RPG with new features. Learn...
Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door remake survey shows Nintendo collecting player feedback on characters
Nintendo sent a post-launch survey to purchasers of the Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door remake on Nintendo Switch, asking about favorite characters,...
Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Switch Remake – A Triumph for Classic RPG Fans
Explore how the Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Switch remake modernizes a fan-favorite RPG with new features, quality-of-life upgrades, and dazzling visuals while...
Brian Fargo and Richard Garriott Collaboration Revisited: A Lost Opportunity in Classic RPG History
Veteran developers Brian Fargo and Richard Garriott nearly joined forces in the late 1980s. This article reviews the historical context, verified milestones, and...
Examining Square Enix's Recent RPG Evolution: The Future of Dragon Quest and SaGa Series
Explore how Square Enix's development direction is influencing iconic RPG series like Dragon Quest and SaGa, and what this means for fans of the Nintendo Switch and...
Terranigma HD-2D Prototype Reimagines SNES Classic with Unreal Engine
A fan-made HD-2D prototype of Terranigma reimagines the SNES classic using Unreal Engine and MagicaVoxel. Developer ShinraiXenophy shares footage of Ark in Crysta...
Light Crusader Double Jump ROM Hack Enhances Treasure's Classic on Mega Drive
A new ROM hack by BillyTime! Games introduces a double-jump mechanic to Light Crusader, refining platforming in Treasure’s acclaimed Sega Mega Drive action RPG.
Tengai Makyou: Ziria English Translation Released for PC Engine CD-ROM² Fans
Hudson Soft's classic RPG Tengai Makyou: Ziria, originally released in 1989 for the PC Engine CD-ROM², is now available in English thanks to a fan translation by...
Alphadia I & II on Nintendo Switch: A Double Dose of Classic RPG Adventure
Explore the remastered Alphadia I & II on Nintendo Switch—an epic RPG package by EXE Create and KEMCO featuring updated graphics, enhanced gameplay options, and...
Star Ocean: The Second Story R on Nintendo Switch — Remaster Review and Key Features
In-depth look at Star Ocean: The Second Story R for Nintendo Switch. Release details, developer info (Square Enix/Gemdrops), gameplay changes, quality-of-life updates,...
Long Gone Days Launches on Nintendo Switch: Anti-War RPG Delivers Compelling Narrative Experience
Long Gone Days, the narrative-driven anti-war RPG from Serenity Forge and This I Dreamt, is now available on the Nintendo Switch eShop. Discover its unique mechanics...
Super Mario RPG Remake for Nintendo Switch: New Features, Sound Player, and Enhanced Gameplay Detailed
Explore the latest updates on the Super Mario RPG remake for Nintendo Switch, including new features like a Sound Player, enhanced monster stats, and innovative Triple...
SaGa Emerald Beyond Announced for Nintendo Switch: A New Chapter in Square Enix's Iconic RPG Franchise
Square Enix unveils SaGa Emerald Beyond for Nintendo Switch, bringing a fresh adventure to the acclaimed RPG series with new protagonists, expanded free-form gameplay,...
Star Ocean: The Second Story Nintendo Switch Demo Live on eShop — Save Transfer and November 2 Release
Square Enix has released a playable demo of Star Ocean: The Second Story on the Nintendo Switch eShop. Learn how the demo works, save-transfer details, platform...
Doom II RPG PC Port by GEC.Inc Brings Classic iOS Title to Modern Gaming
GEC.Inc successfully ports Doom II RPG, the once iOS-exclusive spin-off, to PC, offering updated controls and renewed interest in one of the Doom franchise's more...
Bravely Default Collectibles: Good Smile Reveals Release Dates for Pop Up Parade Figures on Nintendo Platforms
Good Smile Company announces Pop Up Parade figures featuring the main Bravely Default cast, with official release dates for Tiz, Agnès, and Edea. Get the latest on...
Alphadia Neo Review: KEMCO's Latest RPG Shines on Nintendo Switch
Discover how Alphadia Neo elevates classic RPG mechanics with engaging combat and charming presentation on the Nintendo Switch, making it a strong entry from KEMCO.
Romancing SaGa: Minstrel Song Remastered Review for Nintendo Switch – A Masterclass in RPG Complexity
Explore our in-depth review of Romancing SaGa: Minstrel Song Remastered on Nintendo Switch. Discover how Square Enix revitalizes their iconic RPG series while...
Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent Pre-Registration Now Available Worldwide on Mobile
Octopath Traveler fans can now pre-register for Champions of the Continent, the mobile prequel to the acclaimed Nintendo Switch RPG, on both Android and iOS devices.
Sword of the Vagrant Coming to Nintendo Switch: Release Date, Features, and Platform Details
Sword of the Vagrant is set to debut on Nintendo Switch, PS4, and PS5 in June 2022, delivering hand-painted visuals and action RPG gameplay. Explore the game's...
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic on Nintendo Switch — A Definitive Port of a Legendary RPG
Explore how BioWare's celebrated Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic fares on Nintendo Switch in this review, covering gameplay, visuals, and port quality.
Digimon Survive Release Delayed to 2022: Bandai Namco Allocates More Time for Development
Bandai Namco has announced the delay of Digimon Survive to 2022, citing the need for further development time to ensure quality. Learn more about the upcoming...
Kleavor Introduced as New Evolution for Scyther in Pokémon Legends: Arceus for Nintendo Switch
Pokémon Legends: Arceus debuts Kleavor, a Bug/Rock-type evolution for Scyther, in an immersive action RPG experience exclusive to Nintendo Switch. Discover gameplay...
Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Monolith Soft Approaches Completion on Anticipated Nintendo Switch RPG Sequel
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 nears completion as Monolith Soft preps the latest installment for Nintendo Switch, promising ambitious features and familiar characters.
Saviors of Sapphire Wings & Stranger of Sword City Revisited: Experience and NIS America Keep the DRPG Flame Alive on Nintendo Switch
A comprehensive review of Saviors of Sapphire Wings and Stranger of Sword City Revisited on Nintendo Switch, examining their gameplay, story, improvements, and appeal...
Miitopia Switch Remaster Review: Enhanced RPG Adventure Returns with Grezzo’s Upgrades
Explore how Grezzo's Miitopia remaster on Nintendo Switch improves upon the 3DS original with new features, visual upgrades, and avatar customization tools for Mii...
Rise Eterna Review: Tactical RPG Nostalgia on Nintendo Switch Falls Short of Challenge
A deep dive into Rise Eterna on Nintendo Switch, examining its classic tactical RPG mechanics, streamlined combat, and notable shortcomings compared to genre giants...
Monster Hunter Rise Introduces New Monsters Bishaten and Somnacanth on Nintendo Switch
Capcom unveils two entirely new monsters, Bishaten and Somnacanth, for Monster Hunter Rise, releasing exclusively on Nintendo Switch. Explore new features, hunting...
Chronos: Before The Ashes Launches on Nintendo Switch – Prequel to Remnant: From The Ashes
THQ Nordic and Gunfire Games have announced the release of Chronos: Before The Ashes for Nintendo Switch, serving as a prequel to Remnant: From The Ashes with an...
Alphadia Genesis Switch Review: KEMCO’s Retro RPG Delivers Classic Adventure
Dive into our in-depth review of Alphadia Genesis on Nintendo Switch, developed by Exe Create and published by KEMCO. Discover how this RPG offers nostalgia, engaging...
King of Seas Sets Sail for Nintendo Switch: Release Date, Gameplay, and Developer Insights
3DClouds announces King of Seas for Nintendo Switch, immersing players in an action RPG pirate adventure. Discover key features, release details, and insights from the...
Ring Fit Adventure Surpasses 1 Million Sales in Japan — Nintendo Switch Fitness Hit
Ring Fit Adventure has exceeded 1 million sales in Japan, Famitsu reports. The Nintendo EPD-developed fitness RPG for Nintendo Switch continues to sell out and remain...
Trials of Mana Remake for Nintendo Switch: New Trailer Spotlights Kevin and Charlotte
Square Enix unveils a new trailer for the Trials of Mana remake on Nintendo Switch, highlighting characters Kevin and Charlotte. Discover key features, story details,...
Genshin Impact Announced for Nintendo Switch: miHoYo Confirms Future Release
Genshin Impact, the acclaimed open-world RPG by miHoYo, is officially heading to Nintendo Switch. Learn about the upcoming release, platform history, and what players...
Ring Fit Adventure Nintendo Switch Review: How Nintendo Reinvented the Fitness Game
An authoritative look at Ring Fit Adventure for Nintendo Switch, examining Ring-Con and Joy-Con tech, gameplay structure, release details, and why reviewers hail it as...
Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout Shines on Nintendo Switch with Deep Crafting and Charming JRPG Adventure
Discover how Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout brings acclaimed crafting RPG gameplay and vibrant anime visuals to the Nintendo Switch, highlighting...
AlphaDream Files for Bankruptcy: Impact on the Mario & Luigi Series and Nintendo Handheld Legacy
AlphaDream, developer of the Mario & Luigi RPG series, filed for bankruptcy. Background on the studio, key releases on GBA/DS/3DS, and what is known about the filing.
Puzzle Quest: The Legend Returns on Nintendo Switch – Classic Match 3 RPG Gets a Stellar Update
Puzzle Quest: The Legend Returns revitalizes the iconic match 3 RPG with new classes, updated graphics, and fresh content for Nintendo Switch, delivering an addictive...
Aggelos Review: Storybird Games’ Retro Platformer Shines on Nintendo Switch
In-depth look at Aggelos by Storybird Games on Nintendo Switch. Review analysis, developer context, and platform performance with a 9/10 assessment.
Final Fantasy X Nintendo Switch Release: Square Enix and Virtuos Bring Spira to the eShop (April 23, 2019)
Final Fantasy X arrived on Nintendo Switch on April 23, 2019 as part of Square Enix's HD remaster. Developer Square Enix with porting support from Virtuos preserved...
Moonlighter Launches on Nintendo Switch: Release Date, Gameplay, and Key Features
Moonlighter by Digital Sun and 11 bit studios arrives on Nintendo Switch—discover its release date, unique gameplay mechanics, and everything you need to know about...
LEVEL-5 Registers Inazuma Eleven GO Galaxy Trademark, Paving Way for Final Nintendo 3DS Release
LEVEL-5 has secured the Inazuma Eleven GO Galaxy trademark in Europe after a lengthy legal dispute, hinting at the last possible Nintendo 3DS release for the renowned...
Code of Princess EX Launches on Nintendo Switch With Enhanced Features and Local Co-Op
Code of Princess EX arrives on Nintendo Switch with HD graphics, new co-op features, and gameplay enhancements. Discover release details, developer highlights, and...
Valkyria Chronicles 4 Release Date Announced for Nintendo Switch: Launch Details and Pre-Order Bonuses Revealed
SEGA confirms Valkyria Chronicles 4 launch date for Nintendo Switch, unveiling pre-order bonuses and sharing new details on the tactical RPG's setting and storyline.
Pokémon Quest Launches on Nintendo Switch: Free-to-Play Action RPG from Game Freak Now Available
Pokémon Quest, the blocky action RPG by Game Freak, debuts as a free-to-play title on Nintendo Switch and will soon release for mobile. Explore Tumblecube Island,...
Game Freak Discusses Pokémon’s Evolution on Nintendo Switch Following E3 2017 Reveal
Game Freak's co-founder Junichi Masuda and Pokémon Sun and Moon director Shigeru Ohmori share insights on developing a core Pokémon RPG for Nintendo Switch after its...
Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Review: ATLUS and Nintendo Deliver a Dazzling RPG Fusion on Wii U
Explore how Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE masterfully merges Shin Megami Tensei and Fire Emblem in a unique RPG adventure for Nintendo Wii U.
Code of Princess Confirmed for April 19 Launch on Nintendo 3DS in Japan
Action-RPG Code of Princess, developed by Agatsuma Entertainment, is set for release on Nintendo 3DS in Japan on April 19, featuring talents from Capcom and SEGA.