Rob Rogan
A new direction for the franchise that is as brilliantly successful as it is bold, Breath of the Wild raises the bar for a series that has already set a phenomenally high standard.
DQXI is a fantastically fun romp through a gorgeous world that delivers on its promise of an epic, if conventional, JRPG adventure.
If you're a JRPG fan, you should be playing this game.
If you still needed a reason to buy a Switch, Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is it.
A challenging yet accessible dungeon crawler that rewards thoughtful party construction and thorough exploration.
An imperfect labor of love that's a blast but falls frustratingly short of its potential.
Whether you prefer your RPGing in single-player, multiplayer, or both, there's something for everyone to enjoy in Grand Kingdom.
Sometimes brutal, but always fun, Overfall will give you hours worth of roguelite enjoyment.
A quality graphic adventure with fun puzzles and a lovely setting.
A fantastically grim fantasy experience slightly soured by porting issues.
NIS fans should definitely check this one out, while general SRPG fans may enjoy its quirky spin on battle.
It's a solid homage to beloved 16-bit RPGs of yore, but it lacks the magic and depth that made them unmissable classics.
The PC version of Ys: Memories of Celceta polishes the blazing fast combat, rocking music, and fun-to-explore environments of the original to a shine and is a must play for fans of the series.
A slow but solid start to the series that should please fans of the movies.
Episode Four improves on its predecessor in most ways and sets the stage for an explosive finale.
Seven combines parkour, stealth, and larceny with an intriguing setting to create an incredibly enjoyable isometric RPG experience that's slightly dampened by perpetual glitches.
I am Setsuna is not what it promised to be, but still worth your time and a promising debut for Tokyo RPG Factory.
Dark Fear is an intriguing yet frustrating horror adventure that delivers on the aesthetics but needs work on its substance.
Under Pressure provides more of the same with plenty of room for improvement.
A very promising start to a series with an intriguing story, interesting setting, and a unique spin on choice-based narratives.