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Older Neptune takes the spotlight—this time, as the CEO of Victory—at a new video game studio in Gamindustri! It's up to Older Nep and a new Goddess trio to resurrect the company from the ground up in this quirky and meta RPG!
Persona 5 Royal delivers an unparalleled RPG experience with its addictive gameplay, captivating story, and stunning visuals. As the protagonist, you lead a group of Phantom Thieves to steal the corrupt hearts of society's worst. Engage in turn-based combat, explore Tokyo, and customize your own Thieves Den. Persona 5 Royal also features alternate endings and over 40 pieces of previously released downloadable content, making it the ultimate edition of the award-winning game.
Well-developed and interesting characters, engaging dungeon crawling and turn-based combat, stunning visual direction and attention to detail, phenomenal story with a new and exciting ending in the Royal version, offers an enormous amount of activities to spend time on with character development and lore
What could be improved:
Lack of quality of life features can be tiring
Lots of dialogue
Pacing issues and underdeveloped characters
Combat music can become repetitive
Requires a significant time commitment to fully enjoy
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Join Ringo and Figue, agents of the sentient digital hivemind Aion, in a supernatural RPG set in cyberpunk Japan. Investigate the end of the world, unlock and fuse powerful demons, and strengthen bonds with teammates. Save humanity from an apocalypse and uncover the truth of their stories and yours.
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Reawaken the critically acclaimed FATE games like never before! Play all 4 classic dungeon crawler titles with enhanced graphics as you battle through challenging procedurally generated dungeons, learn powerful spells, and fish to your heart’s content. Are you up to the task? Your FATE awaits!
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Lost Ruins is a challenging and engaging Metroidvania game that offers a unique experience by focusing on inventory management rather than leveling up. With stunning graphics and sound effects, players navigate through the monster-filled dungeon as they retrieve their memories. The game offers different weapons, spells, and unique accessories that encourage experimentation and strategic tactics. With multiple endings and unlockables, Lost Ruins offers high replayability to players.
What we like:
Unique formula utilizing inventory
well-designed and rewarding exploration system
balanced equipment system
offers different game modes and endings
stunning graphics and sound effects
What could be improved:
Small map
checkpoint system can be frustrating
missable side-quests
jumping mechanics and aerial attacks can be imprecise
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Join the adventure to explore a deadly dungeon! Dungeon Encounters is a polished dungeon exploration RPG with refined battle mechanics and a streamlined interface. Prepare to face new challenges, monsters, and lost allies while collecting rare items and discovering the dungeon's secrets. Do you have what it takes to complete all 99 floors?
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Become an adventurer and a blacksmith in the captivating world of the Sand Kingdom. Explore dungeons, gather materials, and defeat monsters to craft powerful equipment. Will you equip them or sell them in your shop? Meet other adventurers and complete quests to earn rewards. Customize your character for a unique gameplay experience. Embark on the journey of the adventurer blacksmith!
What we like:
Simplified Atelier-type game with engaging gameplay loop
Interesting mix of JRPG and shop simulation with a touch of visual novel
Game mechanics allow for experimentation and class/faith changes
Healthy amount of convenience and quality of life enhancements
What could be improved:
Gamebreaking bug encountered
Repetitive gameplay can become tiresome
Lack of mouse support and keyboard-only controls
Story leaves much to be desired
Grinding can feel monotonous and mind-numbing
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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Edition (2021)
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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Edition is a must-play game for both new and returning players. Its open world, customizable character, and endless possibilities make it a timeless classic. The new additions and improvements enhance the gameplay experience, and the game's longevity is a testament to its quality. Skyrim continues to captivate players after a decade, and the Anniversary Edition further extends the enjoyment of this near-perfect game.
What we like:
Freedom to build and customize your character
Vast open world to explore
Multitude of skill trees and quest options
New content and improvements through the Creation Club
Next-gen patch improves graphics and loading times
What could be improved:
Graphics are starting to show their age
Main plot may be less memorable compared to side quests
Creation Club items do not fundamentally change the game
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Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG inspired by the classic console greats, featuring deep dungeon diving, turn-based combat presented in a classic JRPG format, and a rich story driven by exploration of the world.
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Gather your heroes and journey beyond the dungeons of Castle Hammerwatch to explore a pixelated world like never before. Aid King Roland’s resistance while helping villagers along the way. Battle beasts, finish off hordes of the undead, and face the forces of evil.