
RPGamer Round-Up: April 12 – April 19
Welcome to the latest edition of RPGamer's round-up column, where we look back at some of the articles that we have posted over the intervening period. This article is designed to give reminders of some interesting content and stories that our readers might have missed.
Editorial Content
The Xeno- Series: Where to Start?
The Xeno- series has had a unique evolution for an RPG series. Join RPGamer as we help you figure out Where to Start with some much-beloved titles.
Pragmata Review
Pragmata initiates launch, rocketing into the stars with its thrilling hybridized combat and gorgeous presentation. Featuring the lovable dynamic duo of Hugh and Diana, Jordan McClain reports that the game offers an engaging and emotionally moving experience.
Aether & Iron Review
Seismic Squirrel’s Aether & Iron takes players to an alternate decopunk 1930s New York City. Despite some issues, Alex Fuller finds that its interesting mix of ideas and largely well-written narrative ultimately makes for a pleasurable experience.
Hades II Review
With gods and goddesses galore, Hades II returns to the chthonic abyss as Underworld Princess Melinoë. Jordan McClain notes that its outstanding presentation and exciting action combat help make for a heart-pounding and engaging adventure on the path to slay Time Titan Chronos.
Etrange Overlord Review
Lady Étrange von Rosenburg loves sweets. Unfortunately, Ezra Kinnell discovers that musical action RPG Etrange Overlord risks leaving a sour taste in players’ mouths.
Adventure Corner ~ Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss
Cthulhu: The Cosmic Abyss leads players deep into the ocean for a mythical, dread-filled adventure. For Jordan McClain, though its gameplay and narrative are solid and compelling, performance issues and bugs hold it back.
Being and Becoming Interview
Ichthys’ Being and Becoming takes a Metroidvania and adds in Soulslike combat with an intriguing cosmic horror dream atmosphere. Ryan Costawas able to ask creator, game designer, and writer Anthony Fischer some questions about the game.
Lurks Within Walls Interview
Survival horror meets turn-based dungeon crawler with Here Be Monsters’ Lurks Within Walls . Ryan Costa was given the opportunity to put some questions about the game to the team.
AI LIMIT DLC: Eirene’s Furnace of War Impression
Arrisa is back to battle some new and old foes in AI LIMIT ’s first expansion. Ezra Kinnel reports that Eirene’s Furnace of War is a fun, if somewhat cliché, expansion to an already solid game.
Avowed Works Best When You Stop Expecting a Sandbox RPG
Avowed has been criticized for what it lacks compared to sandbox RPGs like Skyrim. However, Austin Langer finds that when approached on its own terms, it reveals a different kind of immersion built through dialogue, worldbuilding, and player choice.
The Surgical Narrative of Hades II
Many games can fall into the trap of spending too much time trying to get players caught up on the narrative. Austin Langer explores how, in Hades II , Supergiant Games trusts the player’s intelligence to understand that death is just the next chapter of the story.
Major News
Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter Launching in September
Nihon Falcom and GungHo Online Entertainment revealed that Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter will launch this September. The release date announcement is accompanied by new media for the game.
Roguelite Action RPG Clockfall Announced
Radical Theory and Rever Games announced roguelite action RPG Clockfall . The game, which features time management and village defense mechanics, is set to hit Steam Early Access later this year.
Pirate Survival RPG Windrose Released on Early Access
Kraken Express has released alternative Age of Piracy survival RPG Windrose in Early Access. The game, playable solo and in co-op, is expected to fully release in a few years.
Kitaria Fables 2 Announced
PQube, Secret Level Studios, and Twin Hearts have announced a sequel to 2021 action RPG Kitaria Fables . Kitaria Fables 2 will follow two new heroes in the new Arkadera Peninsula region.
Nitro Gen Omega Fully Launching in May
DESTINYbit announced that sandbox mecha tactical RPG Nitro Gen Omega will exit Early Access next month. The full version of the game will be available on PC and consoles.
Monster Crown: Sin Eater Releasing April 30
Red Art Games and Studio Aurum revealed that Monster Crown: Sin Eater is launching in a couple of weeks. The game will be available digitally on PC and consoles, with a physical PS5 release coming to Europe.
Sovereign Tower Extended Demo, Trailer Released
WILD WITS and Curve Games released an extended demo for Round Table management RPG Sovereign Tower . It comes alongside a new trailer introducing the Bardcore singer Hildegard Von Blingin’ as part of the game’s cast.
Final Fantasy XIV Letter from the Producer Prepares for Trail to the Heavens
Square Enix held the 92nd Letter from the Producer presentation for Final Fantasy XIV . Director and Producer Naoki Yoshida showed more of what awaits players in the game’s upcoming Patch 7.5 updates.
Other News
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales Details the Age of Magic, Enhancement Systems
G-MODE Archives+ Xenosaga: Pied Piper, Namco Chronicle Coming to PC, Switch
Beat-’em-up Action RPG The Concrete Sutra #1 Announced
2D Adventure RPG Midnight Souls Revealed
Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok Open Beta Announced
Swordhaven: Iron Conspiracy Free Story Expansion Coming in May
Titan Quest II Summons New Update
Arknights: Endfield Version 1.2 Update Continues Wuling Storyline Next Week
Honkai: Star Rail Anniversary Version 4.2 Update Arriving This Month
Release Dates and New Releases
Elementallis Releasing Later This Month
Gothic Trilogy PS5, Xbox Series X|S Release Dates Announced
Gothic III Classic Also Coming to Switch 2
Memolith: Forsaken by Light Fully Launching This Month
Frontier Paladin Releasing Next Week
Dragon Quest Smash/Grow Releasing Next Week
Moves of the Diamond Hand Released on Steam Early Access
Witchspire Gets June Early Access Date
Farever Releasing on Steam Early Access in May
Warhammer Classics Titles Released on Steam
New Release Round-Up (April 16, 2026)
Additional Media
Mandrake Talks Curses and Consequences
New Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy and Rogue Trader Companions Shown
Pragmata Pre-Launch Trailer Introduces Eight
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era Gets Gameplay Trailer Ahead of Early Access Launch
Echoes of Aincrad: Sword Art Online Receives Combat Trailer
Headup Publishing Second Stone, New Trailer Released
Celestial Return Devlog Explores Its Influences
SOL Shogunate Dev Diary Introduces Its Setting
Podcasts
RPG Backtrack 359 – Mysterious Ways
This year’s Atelier April finally brings us to the Mysterious quadrilogy, with this week’s episode discussing Atelier Atelier Firis and Atelier Lydie & Suelle . The real mystery is if we will ever get sick of talking about magical girls and alchemy. Given this episode will have a part two, probably not.
RPG Cast – Episode 809: “Trails Mix to Heaven”
Chris is still going, “Moo, Moo!” as a Cow. Johnathan states we should not vote for people who don’t like Suikoden II . Robert is nun-chucking his friend with Wii U controllers. And Ryan runs fast.
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