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Beast of Reincarnation Releasing in Summer Publisher Fictions and developer Game Freak revealed that action RPG Beast of Reincarnation will release worldwide this summer for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The reveal comes alongside a new showcase of the game. Beast of Reincarnation is set in a post-apocalyptic Japan in the year 4026. It follows Emma the Sealer and her canine companion Koo. Emma is born with the blight, which lets her manipulate plants, but lacks memory and emotion, causing others to shun and fear her. Meanwhile, Koo is a malefact, a creature possessing a threat to the world. As a Sealer, Emma is meant to hunt malefacts and absorb the blight into her own body. Their journey ends up taking them to the far west, where they must confront the eponymous Beast of Reincarnation said to be the source of all blight, through blighted forests created by giant malefacts called Nushi. Gameplay sees Emma fighting using her katana in action combat, with Koo able to support her with skills using a command-based system. By parrying, Emma earns points that can be used for Koo's actions, which can be activated at any time, with the game slowing while players access Koo's command menu. The game will feature three difficulties: Normal Mode, Hard Mode, and Story Mode. Players can equip Spirit Stones to obtain effects in battle, as well as find new katanas for Emma and charms for Koo. [foogallery id="183047"] The post Beast of Reincarnation Releasing in Summer appeared first on RPGamer .

RPGamerJan 22

Fable Reboot Gets Fall Window Playground Games announced that its Fable reboot will release this fall. The game will be available for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The announcement comes alongside the first gameplay reveal for the open-world action RPG. Fable' s version of Albion will be unconnected to the original series created by Lionhead. The game starts out with the player as a child before jumping forward in time to their adulthood at starting village Briar Hill, where an incident sees the village turned to stone. Setting out to try and reverse it, players' only clues are a mysterious stranger that they briefly witness, as well as a mention of Bowerstone and the Heroes’ Guild. The game will let players follow the main quest or explore the world, with progression, leveling, and difficulty scaling to the player's current status. Combat is designed to allow players to freely choose between using melee, ranged, or magic attacks, or combinations thereof. The reboot's take on the original Fable morality system is built around players gaining reputations for their actions, such as kicking chickens, which can vary from place to place and impact how players are treated, including the prices they get from shops. Fable will also feature what the developers term a "Living Population" of over 1,000 NPCs. Each NPC has their own personality, role, and routine, including their own house and beds in the villages. The post Fable Reboot Gets Fall Window appeared first on RPGamer .

RPGamerJan 22

Ariana and the Elder Codex Gets New Trailer, Screenshots Idea Factory International released a new story trailer and new screenshots for upcoming side-scrolling action RPG Ariana and the Elder Codex . In addition to the new media, viewable below, the publisher also announced that those who pre-order the game's standard physical edition from the Idea Factory International online store in North America or Europe , or other participating retailers, will receive a bookmark bonus item. The game, which released in Japan last year, is planned to launch for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch in North America and Europe on March 24, 2026. A PC release is also planned for spring 2026. Developed by Compile Heart and HYDE, Ariana and the Elder Codex follows young librarian Ariana, who is tasked with repairing the Seven Hero Codices, which have been altered, causing magic to vanish from the world. Her powers allow her to enter the books themselves in order to mend them and restore their magic. In addition, she also seeks to solve the mysteries of the Library where they are kept, as well as her parents’ disappearance. [foogallery id="183063"] The post Ariana and the Elder Codex Gets New Trailer, Screenshots appeared first on RPGamer .

RPGamerJan 22

Odds Chronicles Demo Released Team Mojo Games and eSolu Games have released a free demo for tactical roguelike RPG Odds Chronicles . The demo is available on Steam and offers two to four hours of content while introducing the game's story and dice-driven combat. The game is planned to release for PC later this year, with PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch versions to follow. Odds Chronicles follows fallen royal bodyguard Evryn. She sets out to avenge her fallen king and defeat the tyrant Hyria, who now rules the kingdom. Her quest sees her taken to a mysterious tavern outside of time, from which she travels into shifting lands and branching destinies. Evryn is joined by other heroes, who unlock new features at the tavern and come with their own dice pools, skills, and play styles. Combat takes place on diorama-style battlefields and sees players rolling dice to generate resources to fuel abilities. Using memory shards collected during each journey, players can unlock new skills, consumables, and talent trees. The post Odds Chronicles Demo Released appeared first on RPGamer .

RPGamerJan 22

Where to find Ferrium Ore in Arknights Endfield Ferrium Ore is a critical yet seemingly scarce material for upgrading your character’s gear and evolving your AIC base in Arknights Endfield . By the time you need it, you might be unsure where to find it, so here’s everything you need to know to secure this resource for your Factory. If you're just starting out your adventures, you might not have much use for it. However, the demand for Ferrium Ore goes up once you begin to seriously expand your factory. Table of contents How to get Ferrium Ore in Arknights: Endfield How to get an Electric Mining Drill Rig MK II in Arknights: Endfield Ferrium Ore Locations What is Ferrium Ore used for? How to get Ferrium Ore in Arknights: Endfield Ferrium Ore is not as plentiful or accessible as the easily obtained Originium Ore, found in almost every region in Arknights Endfield . That's because Ferrium is a high-tier resource, required for you to produce Blue Rarity gear and many other important crafts, and its importance isn't that aren't apparent until later. As mentioned, you'll probably need Ferrium Ore long before you actually run across it, which is certainly a problem. Fortunately, the solution to this is to follow the Main Story until you unlock the Originium Science Park region. This is where you will find your first Ferrium Ore nodes, which you can harvest like any other ore. Screenshot by Destructoid However, if you plan to collect Ferrium Ore in large amounts, simply hitting the nodes won't cut it. You'll need to place an Electric Mining Drill Rig Mk II on a Ferrium Mining location. You read that correctly: a normal Electric Mining Drill will not work for Ferrium Ore. Screenshot by Destructoid Additionally, you're going to need to have an active Power Grid in the Originium Science Park region to power the drill, which means you'll need a sub-AIC base set up. How do you set up a sub-AIC base in the region? The answer, once again, is to follow the Main Story . You'll eventually be prompted, toward the end of the Originium Science Park region's story, to set up an outpost base, and thus, a usable Power Grid. How to get an Electric Mining Drill Rig MK II in Arknights: Endfield Electric Mining Drill Rig MK IIs are craftable at any AIC Unit (Main or Sub). In order to gain access to the schematic, you must first research and unlock Mining III in the Basic AIC Plan menu. Once you do, the schematic will appear in the Construction option at any AIC Unit. Screenshot by Destructoid To craft an Electric Mining Drill RIG MK II, you'll need the following materials: 1x Portable Originium Rig 10x Ferrium Parts Ferrium Ore Locations Even after reaching Originium Science Park, Ferrium Ore is still quite a sparse resource to find just by looking around. To make things easier for you, here is where you can find the nodes in the region. West of Transport Nexus Screenshot by Destructoid This is likely the first set of nodes you'll come across in the region, as you enter it through Route 5. You'll need to do some Relay footwork to get to mining the nodes. Northwest of Infra-Station Screenshot by Destructoid This node is located directly across from your sub-AIC base in the region, separated by a massive valley. Fortunately, Zipline (Pylons or Towers) technology makes accessing this node quick and effortless for future visits. Northeast of Cliffside Trail Screenshot by Destructoid This is the third and last node location, but it is, unfortunately, off-limits to you thanks to a Blight wall blocking the path. You'll need to progress the Main Story further to be able to reach this one, but when you do, you can add even more nodes to your Ferrium Ore mining operation. Once you get one or two of these nodes on lockdown, you'll have more than enough Ferrium Ore flowing in to do whatever you need to with it. What is Ferrium Ore used for? Ferrium Ore has a lot of uses in Arknights Endfield , so here's everything you can do with the resource, for your reference. Blue Rarity Gear - Provides a stark power increase over the Green Rarity scraps you've probably been making do with. You'll be required to convert Ferrium Ore into Ferrium Components, which requires a bit of effort, but is well worth the expense. Outposts - Some of your outposts require you to mass-produce Ferrium-related materials. Ferrium - The hallmark resource of the ore, Ferrium is made by dumping Ferrium Ore into a Refining Unit. You must convert Ferrium Ore into Ferrium for the next items on this list. Ferrium Powder - Used in conjunction with other materials to produce Condensed versions. Crafted by inputting Ferrium into a Grinding Unit. Ferrium Components - Used primarily for crafting gear, as mentioned above. It is crafted by combining Ferrium with Origocrust in a Gearing Unit. Ferrium Parts - Used to create advanced structures and items. It is crafted by inputting Ferrium into a Fitting Unit. Ferrium Bottle - Used in the creation of various consumable items. It is crafted by inputting Ferrium into a Moulding Unit. The post Where to find Ferrium Ore in Arknights Endfield appeared first on Destructoid .

Role-Playing Games Archives – DestructoidJan 22

How to expand your Power Grid in Arknights Endfield Your base's Power Grid is like your overall influence over the overworld in Arknights Endfield , and expanding it is a key component of the overall game. You need an ever-increasing Power Grid to even solve some of the game's overworld puzzles, so here's how you expand it when needed. While the initial tutorial does a decent job at explaining the concept, this guide will prevent your power from falling short. Table of contents How to increase your Power Grid in Arknights Endfield How to place Relay Towers How to Increase Power Capacity in Arknights: Endfield How to unlock the Thermal Bank in Arknights Endfield How to get Basic AIC Index in Arknights: Endfield How to increase your Power Grid in Arknights Endfield Building up your Power Grid is directly tied to the core base-building aspect of Arknights Endfield , and you'll need to use the mechanics to accomplish this goal. The core of Power Grid expansion is the use of Relay Towers . Relay Towers are like powerlines. They connect your grid to anywhere else you've placed a Relay Tower, but you need to make sure they are all connected together to formulate your grid. This is very easy to do, but since Arknights Endfield is rather complex at times, I'll go ahead and walk you through the process. How to place Relay Towers First, make sure you have a few Relay Towers in your Backpack . If you don't have any, you'll need to make some at any AIC (Main or Sub). They only require a bit of Origiocrust to craft. Screenshot by Destructoid Once you have a few, make note of the location you wish to expand your grid to and start placing the Relay Towers from your Backpack. A visual silhouette will appear to inform you of exactly where the tower will be placed. Screenshot by Destructoid Once placed, you next need to connect the Relay Tower to your existing grid. If you don't do this step, no amount of Relay Towers will expand your Power Grid. To do this, click the Start Transmission option. Image by Destructoid This will give you a Power Cord that trails behind your active character. It can only extend out to 80 meters , so you'll need to make sure the Relay Towers you place never exceed this distance. With the Power Cord active, head to a Relay Tower or an AIC Base already in your grid, and interact with it using the Plug Transmission Cable option. Image by Destructoid This will connect your new Relay Tower with the rest of your base, effectively expanding your Power Grid. This, naturally, allows you to construct additional structures away from your main base, and power them with pylons. As a core expansion mechanic in Arknights Endfield , you can repeat this process as often as you like to expand as far as you want, as long as you have not hit base capacity. Now, if Power Capacity is getting in the way of your expansion efforts, there is a way to increase the capacity maximum. How to Increase Power Capacity in Arknights: Endfield Most structures in Arknights Endfield require Power to function, even if fully built. There is a limit on how much Power can be used at any given time, and if you exceed this limit, your base will basically shut down into a low-power state. You can build a special structure called a Thermal Bank to overcome this limitation. Screenshot by Destructoid Thermal Banks generate power by consuming Fuel, which increases your Power Capacity. However, Fuel is not free, and must be inserted into the Thermal Bank to function. The best source of Fuel to use is Originum Ore , as it is extremely common and easy to mine in excess. How to unlock the Thermal Bank in Arknights Endfield To start building Thermal Banks in your base, you must first unlock them in the Basic AIC Plan . This is a mechanic that is not unlocked at the start, so if you're not sure what it is or how to get it, simply progress the Main Quest , and you'll earn the ability to use it. The Basic AIC Plan is where you unlock various technologies to build in your base, and the Thermal Bank is one of these technologies. To unlock it, open the Basic AIC Plan and look for the Power 1 node in the tree. Screenshot by Destructoid Unlocking Power 1 gives you access to Thermal Banks, which will allow you to build and place them in your base. However, you'll also need to use a Basic AIC Index to do so. This particular resource/currency is exclusive to unlocking technology in the tree, and you'll need a lot of them as you progress. How to get Basic AIC Index in Arknights: Endfield As mentioned, you'll need a lot of Basic AIC Index to upgrade your base as you progress through Arknights Endfield . Fortunately, they aren't difficult to obtain. To get them, you must interact with VR Simulator devices in your area. These look like yellow foam tube men and appear as a broken oval on your world map. Screenshot by Destructoid Screenshot by Destructoid Simply interact with the VR Simulator to get a Basic AIC Index. You get only one Basic AIC Index per VR Simulator device, but each map tends to have a healthy share of them scattered around it. If you cannot interact with the VR Simulator, all you need to do is progress the Main Story until you gain access to the Basic AIC Plan mechanic. The post How to expand your Power Grid in Arknights Endfield appeared first on Destructoid .

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GreedFall: The Dying World Fully Launching in March NACON and Spiders announced that action RPG GreedFall: The Dying World will exit Early Access and fully release for PC on March 10, 2026, with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions following shortly after on March 12, 2026. The announcement comes with a new gameplay overview trailer, as well as confirmation that the "II" part of its title has been removed. GreedFall: The Dying World is set three years before the events of GreedFall . In a reversal of roles, players control a native of the island of Teer Fradee who is sent on a mission to perform an initiation ritual to become a Doneigad (a “sage” in the local language). As a Doneigad, they will be expected to act as a protector for the people and lands, which have been encroached on by colonisation efforts from foreign powers. Players will have a variety of decisions to make and abilities to utilise that will impact their encounters and relationships with others. The post GreedFall: The Dying World Fully Launching in March appeared first on RPGamer .

RPGamerJan 22

The Witch’s Bakery Launching in Q2 2026, Switch 2 Version Added Silver Lining Interactive and Sunny Lab announced an updated release window for 2D adventure sim RPG The Witch's Bakery . The game is now set to release in Q2 2026, with Nintendo Switch 2 joining the existing PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch release platforms. In addition, the game will be receiving a physical release on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2. Physical editions are available to pre-order now from Silver Lining Direct and participating local retailers for $34.99/£29.99/€34.99. The Witch’s Bakery puts players in control of Lunne, a witch who has newly arrived in Paris to open up a bakery. Her special power allows her to see into people’s hearts and heal emotions through magic. Each day is split into three phases: daytime sees Lunne manage her bakery and serve customers alongside her friends; evening sees her explore Paris while building relationships, uncovering secrets, and helping heal her friends’ hearts; and night sees Lunne rest, improve her magic, and decorate her bakery. The post The Witch’s Bakery Launching in Q2 2026, Switch 2 Version Added appeared first on RPGamer .

RPGamerJan 22

Mechborn Announced; Releasing for PC, Consoles Later This Year Developer Turtle Juice and publisher Curve Games have announced Mechborn , a roguelike deckbuilder that blends ’90s mech anime with Greek mythology. It sees the player's mech acting as their deck, with parts and pilots adding cards to create combos or generate perks. The game tasks players with helping fight off a kaiju invasion, fighting across three continents in whatever order they choose. Players can choose from one of twelve pilots, with different pilots unlocking different synergies with certain mechs. The game's combat system features a "Conveyor Belt" of cards, with used cards being immediately replaced and support card positioning helping to unlock new abilities and combos. Mechborn is in development for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2, and is planned to release in late 2026. A pre-alpha demo is currently available on itch.io . [foogallery id="183022"] The post Mechborn Announced; Releasing for PC, Consoles Later This Year appeared first on RPGamer .

RPGamerJan 22

New Release Round-Up (January 22, 2025) Welcome to RPGamer's new release round-up. In this column, we look to provide our readers with details on the major RPGs released since our last update. Please note we do not currently include Early Access releases where the game is still in development. Pricing is shown in US dollars before application of any discounts, local pricing may vary. Arknights: Endfield Platform: PC, PlayStation 5, iOS, Android Publisher: Gryphline Developer: Mountain Contour Available: Official Website , Epic Games Store , PlayStation Store , Apple App Store , Google Play Store Price: Free-to-play with in-app transactions Free-to-play 3D strategy RPG Arknights: Endfield is based on the popular Arknights mobile RPG/tower defence title, but tells a separate story. Players are tasked with surveying the unexplored wildlands outside of the colonies that are home to dangers and secrets while undertaking missions with real-time combat using a party made up of operators from the Protocol Field Recovery Department. Dynasty Warriors: Origins Platform: Nintendo Switch (previously released on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S) Publisher: Koei Tecmo Developer: Omega Force Available: Nintendo eShop Price: $59.99 Hack-and-slash action RPG Dynasty Warriors: Origins is the latest entry in Koei Tecmo’s Dynasty Warriors series, which is based on the Romance of the Three Kingdoms historical novel. Origins sees players controlling a single original hero during the end of the Han dynasty in China with their own story elements introduced to the game. Those looking to read more can check out RPGamer’s review of its PC version. The Nintendo Switch 2 release comes alongside the Visions of Four Heroes DLC on all platforms, which features new stories centered around characters Zhang Jiao, Dong Zhuo, Yuan Shao, and Lu Bu; new companion characters; and more. Eldegarde Platform: PC Publisher: Notorious Studios Developer: Notorious Studios Available: Steam Price: $24.99 Fantasy “extraction RPG” Eldegarde features third-person action PvPvE gameplay as players adventure solo or with up to two friends in its pulp fantasy-inspired world. Players choose from a selection of classes including Warrior, Rogue, and Wizard and take on monsters, knights, and other players. Different classes can interact with the environment in their own ways, such as charging through or levitating over walls. Players can level up their characters, improve relationships with vendors to gain access to better wares, and upgrade their own personal housing. Escape from Ever After Platform: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch Publisher: HypeTrain Digital Developer: Sleepy Castle Studio Available: Steam , PlayStation Store , Xbox Store , Nintendo eShop Price: $24.99 (10% Xbox pre-order discount) Turn-based adventure RPG Escape from Ever After sees fairy tale adventurer Flynt Buckler storming the castle of dragon arch-nemesis Tinder to find it converted into the corporate offices of Ever After Inc., with Tinder nowhere to be found. With the conglomerate looking to take over every storybook it can and themselves in need of a living, Flynt and Tinder team up to take on the corporate ladder and take down the company from the inside. Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade Platform: Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 (previously released on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5) Publisher: Square Enix Developer: Square Enix Available: Xbox Store , Nintendo eShop Price: $39.99 Final Fantasy VII Remake is the first part of a planned Remake trilogy project. Following mercenary Cloud Strife as he works with resistance group Avalanche, Final Fantasy VII Remake follows events up to the “Escape from Midgar” section of the original Final Fantasy VII , with some additional and reworked story elements as well as new mini-games and other content. The Intergrade version includes an additional story chapter focusing on Yuffie Kisaragi. Those looking to read more about Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade can check out RPGamer's review of the Nintendo Switch 2 version. The second part in the planned Remake trilogy, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth , is currently available on PlayStation 5 and PC. Freeride Platform: Nintendo Switch (previously released on PC) Publisher: Flightyfelon Games Developer: Flightyfelon Games Available: Nintendo eShop Price: $19.99 (25% launch discount) "Personality test" RPG Freeride sees players travelling to the Spirit World aboard the Fate Train. During their journey, which may shape the future of the Spirit World, they are able to meet and help various spirits, each with their own goals, troubles, and motivations. With the protagonist’s newfound telekinetic powers, the player can solve puzzles, fight demons, play basketball, and more. Sales Links Xbox Store PlayStation Store (North America) PlayStation Store (Europe) Nintendo eShop (North America) Nintendo eShop (Europe) Steam GOG.com Epic Games Store The Humble Store The post New Release Round-Up (January 22, 2025) appeared first on RPGamer .

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