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Band of Crusaders Demo Released Virtual Alchemy and NCSOFT released a demo for sandbox strategy RPG Band of Crusaders . The demo is available now for PC via Steam and GOG.com . Its release comes alongside a new cinematic story trailer for the game, viewable below. Band of Crusaders puts players in the role of the Grandmaster of a knightly order tasked with defeating the demonic amalgamations that have risen and are consuming the entire realm. The game’s combat is real-time and involves slow-motion mechanics as players make use of character synergies, abilities, and positioning to try and emerge victorious. Between battles, players manage their roster of up to twenty knights, with combat able to result in the permanent death of party members. Players can build up their camp to enhance recruitment, healing, repairs, training, and more. The post Band of Crusaders Demo Released appeared first on RPGamer .

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Co-op Action RPG Serpent’s Gaze Announced Developer Feeble Minds, a studio founded by former Coffee Stain Studio founders, announced its debut title, Serpent's Gaze . The game is a co-op action RPG for up to four players blending rouguelite and Soulslike elements. It is currently in development for PC, with a demo available now via Steam . Serpent's Gaze puts players in control of a scion brought to life by the withering tree god Magnolia and tasked with defeating opposing gods and other usurpers currently ruling the desert lands. Players choose from various weapons as fight their way through handcrafted levels. The game includes a curse system, which applies random variables in each run -- such as environment hazards -- while an awareness system provides additional challenges following successful runs. [foogallery id="180521"] The post Co-op Action RPG Serpent’s Gaze Announced appeared first on RPGamer .

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Elden Ring Nightreign Introduces the Undertaker Bandai Namco and FromSoftware released a new trailer for the upcoming The Forsaken Hollows expansion for Elden Ring Nightreign . The new video introduces the Undertaker, one of two new playable Nightfarers included in the expansion, who wields a hammer to purge the darkness in Limveld. Set to release later this week on December 4, 2025, The Forsaken Hollows also includes new third day bosses, new field bosses, a new Shifting Earth, and new points of interest for players to find. Those who own the Deluxe or Collector’s Editions of the game will automatically receive the DLC at launch, with others able to purchase it separately. Elden Ring Nightreign is a standalone co-op action title set in the Elden Ring universe and is currently available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game sees squads of up to three players attempting to survive in the ever-shifting environment of Limveld. Players choose one of the Nightfarers to play as, each with their own distinct abilities, before being sent into Limveld to try and survive the coming Night’s Tide. The map shrinks as Night’s Tide approaches, with players having to end each night by facing off against a powerful boss, culminating in the third night where they battle the chosen Nightlord. Those interested in reading more about the game can check out Zack Webster’s review of its PC version. The post Elden Ring Nightreign Introduces the Undertaker appeared first on RPGamer .

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Outward 2 Initial Playtest Starting Next Week Nine Dots Studio announced that its will running an initial playtest for open-world survival fantasy RPG Outward 2 . The playtest will run from December 9 to December 15, 2025, with those interested in participating able to sign up on the developer's website . This playtest is intended to be experimental, so the studio will only be accepting a limited number of players. It will let players explore the underground city of Haboob and the region of Bellowgale. A larger playtest is planned for early next year. The follow-up to 2019 title Outward , Outward 2 is set in the perilous world of Aurai. Players control an adventurer, choosing from three starting scenarios and eleven backgrounds. The world has a full four-season cycle where merchants and NPCs may relocate with the changing seasons, and is divided into four distinct areas with their own biomes, seasonal effect, and gameplay elements. It is planned to release on Steam Early Access in 2026. The post Outward 2 Initial Playtest Starting Next Week appeared first on RPGamer .

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Pokémon Legends: Z-A Mega Dimension DLC Introduces Mega Lucario Z The Pokémon Company announced the debut for Mega Lucario Z in the upcoming Mega Dimension DLC for Pokémon Legends: Z-A . In addition, the company announced that players of the game can now claim a Mewtwonite X stone and a Mewtwonite Y stone through the Mystery Gift feature. These unlock a new side mission where they can catch Legendary Pokémon Mewtwo. Pokémon Legends: Z-A takes place in Lumiose City as it undergoes an urban redevelopment plan intended to “shape the city into a place that belongs to both people and Pokémon”. It changes up the series’ traditional turn-based combat with a new real-time combat where trainers and Pokémon move around in real-time and unleash moves when commanded. The Mega Dimension DLC will release for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on December 10, 2025. The DLC sees players returning to Lumiose City, where spatial distortions are forming. Guided by donut chef Ansha and her companion Hoopa, players explore a mysterious dimension known as Hyperspace Lumiose. This dimension includes newly discovered Mega-Evolved Pokémon and other Pokémon not normally found in the city, some of which exceed the normal Lv. 100 limit with hyperspace levels. The post Pokémon Legends: Z-A Mega Dimension DLC Introduces Mega Lucario Z appeared first on RPGamer .

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Episode 422: The Gang Saves Money – Q&A Quest In this episode, the gang discusses deals they may take advantage of this season. We also discuss the major new Steam products. The post Episode 422: The Gang Saves Money – Q&A Quest appeared first on RPGamer .

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Episode 421: The Gang Catches Them All – Q&A Quest In this episode of Q&A Quest, we discuss more Pokémon Legends: Z-A . We also delve into a variety of questions. The post Episode 421: The Gang Catches Them All – Q&A Quest appeared first on RPGamer .

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Where Winds Meet Launching for Mobile Next Week NetEase Games and Everstone Studio announced a release date for the mobile version of Where Winds Meet . The free-to-play open world action RPG will launch on Android and iOS on December 12, 2025. Pre-registrations for the mobile version are now open on the official website, Apple Store, and Google Play. Where Winds Meet is currently available for PC (via Steam and the Epic Games Store ) and PlayStation 5. It is set in the years leading to the start of the Northern Song Dynasty in China (second half of the 9th century CE). Players take on the role of a wandering swordsman, who must choose whether to uphold their moral code or live for themselves in a time ravaged by fighting. The game features fast-paced Wuxia -style combat, and implements many aspects of Chinese martial arts. Where Winds Meet will launch with two regions: Qinghe and Kaifeng. Each region contains its own story arc and contributes towards the game's storyline and the reveal of the player character's past. Following its launch, the game will have a seasonal update model, with each season lasting around three months. The seasonal updates differ in focus, with some adding new regions and characters to advance the plot, while others will include new gameplay elements, time-limited activities, or upgraded social features and character progression. Those interested in reading more about the game can check out Alex Fuller's impression of its PlayStation 5 version. The post Where Winds Meet Launching for Mobile Next Week appeared first on RPGamer .

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Varthos: Heir to the Throne Launching in Early Access This Month Developer Nightshift Games announced that Varthos: Heir to the Throne will launch in Early Access. The upcoming rogue-lite action RPG will come to Steam Early Access on December 16, 2025. It is expected to spend one year in Early Access. Varthos: Heir to the Throne puts the player in the role of a warrior summoned by Varthos to fight over the throne of the world. Players must face off against monsters and undead, with every death allowing them to take control of another warrior, who inherits the experience and achievements of the previous fallen warriors. The game features procedurally generated dungeons and a classless progression system. Player can play solo or with up to three other players in multiplayer co-op. A demo of Varthos: Heir to the Throne is currently available on Steam. [foogallery id="180410"] The post Varthos: Heir to the Throne Launching in Early Access This Month appeared first on RPGamer .

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RPGamer Round-Up: November 23 – November 30 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 RPGs on a Budget With the holiday season upon us, the RPGamer staff decided to share some of their favourite budget RPGs. We’re here to share some of our favourites that won’t break your bank account. Adventure Corner ~ Melbourne: Route 96 We’ve all heard strange conversations on public transportation before. But what happens when these conversations blur the lines between fact and fiction? Lindsay Mansfield’s Melbourne: Route 96 asks those tough questions and more in its short little package. Major News Latest INDIE Live Expo Showcases Numerous Titles A new INDIE Live Expo held its latest livestream showcase in Japan. The presentation featured a large number of titles, many of which are of potential interest to RPGamers. Yakuza 0, Kiwami, Kiwami 2 Digital Upgrades Detailed; Yakuza 0 Previous Versions Being Delisted Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties Side Stories Detailed Sega and Ryū ga Gotoku Studio revealed some digital upgrade options for those who already own Yakuza 0 , Yakuza Kiwami , and Yakuza Kiwami 2 ahead of new version releases in December. The company also provided new media and details for Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties . Octopath Traveler 0 Reveals More Companions, Interactions Square Enix revealed more details for Octopath Traveler 0 ahead of its release next week. The latest update introduces three more companions as well as its Path Actions and other interactions. Pathbreakers: Roaming Blades Coming to Steam Early Access Fell Seal: Arbiter’s Mark developer 6 Eyes Studio is working on new tactical RPG Pathbreakers: Roaming Blades . The game is being published by Hooded Horse and will receive a Steam Early Access release. SacriFire Getting January Playtest Pixelated Milk announced an open playtest for SacriFire . The playtest for the 2.5D pixel-art RPG is planned to take place in January. Haishin Shoujo no Uraaka Meikyuu Announced G-MODE and Acacia revealed visual novel RPG Haishin Shoujo no Uraaka Meikyuu . The game follows members of an all-girl band transported into an alternate dimension dungeon. Escape from Ever After Releasing in January HypeTrain Digital and Sleepy Castle Studio announced a January release date for Escape from Ever After . The storybook adventure RPG will be available on PC and consoles. Tsurugihime Coming to Steam Early Access Next Year Fahrenheit 213 revealed that Tsurugihime is coming to Steam Early Access in 2026. The side-scrolling action RPG gives players 100 days to prepare for its final battle. Other News and Media Caves of Qud Switch Version Pushed to January Arknights: Endfield Beta Test II Available Soon, PS5 Beta Coming in December Magical Princess Demo Released Wicked Seed Gets January Date Netherworld Covenant Leaving Early Access Next Month Into the Fire Releasing in Early Access in 2026 Utawarerumono: Shiro e no Michishirube Platforms Revealed Monochrome Mobius: Rights and Wrongs Forgotten Switch 2 Version Announced Doloc Town Receives Thrives & Ties Update Being and Becoming Playtest Set for December New DLC for Across the Obelisk Releasing Next Week Dragonero: The Rise of Draquir Getting Free Master Mode DLC LumenTale: Memories of Trey Gets New Trailer, Spring Release Window Destiny 2: Renegades Expansion Gets Pre-Launch Media Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy Introduces Cogg New Release Round-Up (November 27, 2025) Podcasts RPG Backtrack 349 – Extreme Construction The Yakuza Kiwami series continues, remaking Yakuza 2 with an extreme coat of paint. We have a crazy construction crew for this show, featuring Josh, Sam, Pascal, and David. Ripping the shirt off for a fight is mandatory. The post RPGamer Round-Up: November 23 – November 30 appeared first on RPGamer .

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