RPG Fan's Reviews
An exciting remake that recalls a sense of fun by injecting the right amount of "new" into what made the original a classic.
Persona 5 Royal is possibly the best enhanced port ever made, and it helps that the original material is still as amazing as ever. This is a must play for RPG fans.
The game has potential, but its execution is muddled.
A refreshing re-imagining of the beginning of Final Fantasy VII, Remake is at times wonderful but at others audacious, and I'm here for the ride.
An exemplar of how several complex systems can work seamlessly together.
The main story, while intriguing, may leave you wanting more; battles and music are definitely where patch 5.2 shines brightest.
A welcome addition to the fighting game genre that makes the wait for Relink that little bit easier.
Between the minigames, side quests, substories, idol simulator, and main story, Yakuza 5 offers a truly stunning value for your money.
Langrisser I & II are solid SRPGs for those looking for a well-rounded, old-school challenge.
Aside from its diversity and occasional cute character moments, Half Past Fate is largely forgettable.
Fans of this archaic throwback to Wizardry dungeon crawling of old may enjoy the nostalgia captured here, but those craving story and more engaging gameplay best look elsewhere.
Harebrained Schemes' BattleTech expertly captures the attrition, desperation, and destruction that is so present in the materials and literature of the larger BattleTech property. The RPG elements regarding your team are strong, the tactical gameplay is excellent, and the 'Mechs are spectacular.
Rune Factory 4 Special is a delightful and charming farming sim, even in a post-Stardew Valley world.
A successor to the extremely unique action game El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron, The Lost Child is a decently average dungeon crawler that plays it almost too safe.
Cindered Shadows, while not a vital piece of DLC, is an entertaining side story that rewards Fire Emblem: Three Houses players patient enough to partake in it.
With Yakuza 4, we start to see the modern vision of the series take shape, while also serving as an enjoyable entry on its own!
No one should play this. Whatever your genre or thematic preference, there are assuredly several better options.
Mercenaries Wings: The False Phoenix is a serviceable SRPG that brings little new to the table but might satisfy an old-school itch.
Tokyo Mirage Sessions' deep battle system, light-hearted story, bright aesthetics, and catchy J-pop soundtrack are JRPG bliss.
Despite occasionally feeling dated, Yakuza 3 still offers a fun experience for fans of the series.