RPG Fan's Reviews
Crimson Tactics wants to be a sweeping epic but is instead a cumbersome slog. Even the most patient and forgiving gamers who can look past slow pacing, terribly written dialogue, and myriad other issues will not see much potential. Crimson Tactics is an unbearably dull, poorly designed, and unfinished game that fails to deliver on any of its promises. I’m glad to be done with this game and have no intention of looking at its sequels, DLC, or any subsequent content.
Secret of Mana is a monumental JRPG that deserves your respect—just not your time.
At the end of the day, Elderand feels more like a game you play in between big releases or to scratch a certain itch, more than a title you might get excited to play. The individual flaws of the game might not be absolute dealbreakers, but they undoubtedly muddy the waters and noticeably drag down the experience. A sale is the only time I would recommend people try out Elderand, but with genre giants like Hollow Knight and Ori and The Will of the Wisps all at a similar price point, Elderand remains a hard sell.
Lies of P is a gorgeous Souls-like that is true to its inspiration in many ways, but it also forgoes a few key features of its ancestors in service of some hit-and-miss new ideas.
A reflective episode provides hope for the rest of the series at its halfway point.
Final Fantasy V is a criminally underrated Final Fantasy game, and the Pixel Remaster is a great version of it.
Wandering Sword is an excellent debut game and has all the hallmarks of a classic RPG. Do not overlook this superb indie gem!
It's like a D&D campaign with a DM who has a funky imagination and still manages to make you think, laugh and cry all at the same time, and it's utterly unforgettable in all the best ways.
The HD versions of Etrian Odyssey and Etrian Odyssey II in the Origins Collection are faithful to a fault, but miss the mark on delivering a definitive experience for a pair of already revisited classics.
Eternights is a surprisingly compelling and thoughtful horror action RPG with relationship bonding elements.
It's hard to tell why Fae Farm is shipping in the state that it's in, and it's a shame that the core of the game is overshadowed by bugs and poor design choices. I hope one day it's in a state where it's possible to love it as much as I want to.
Rune Factory 3 Special is a great preservation of the original, but would have benefitted from a lot more fine-tuning.
While Anonymous;Code is a step in the right direction with interesting ideas and a snappy pace, it still pales in comparison to the best entries in the Science Adventure series.
Monochrome Mobius: Rights and Wrongs Forgotten lays a solid foundation, but its many flaws make it a game that is likely to only be welcomed by die-hard Utawarerumono fans.
Atlas Fallen is a decent open-world action RPG co-op or solo experience.
Starfield delivers on its promise to make a huge, fun, compelling, and player-focused playground for sci fi RPG fans to play and perform in.
Norn9: Last Era is a surprisingly strong otome fandisk outing despite its flaws.
Sea of Stars is both a nostalgic callback to classic RPGs and an instant classic in its own right.
For those it appeals to, Elohim Eternal: The Babel Code is a fantastic start to what promises to be a compelling RPG journey.
Rhapsody II: Ballad of the Little Princess is a vastly improved sequel that is full of fun, charm, and whimsy while offering a much-needed challenge with its fresh take on a familiar battle system.