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Adventure Corner ~ Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights Welcome to Adventure Corner, a column where members of the RPGamer staff can give their thoughts, impressions, and pseudo-reviews for various adventure titles that don't come under our usual coverage. Adventure Corner is aimed at delivering opinions on a wide range of titles, including visual novels, point-and-click adventures, investigative mysteries, and so forth. In this edition of the column, we take a look at the fantasy otome game Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights on Nintendo Switch. Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights Platform: Nintendo Switch Release Date: 01.13.2026 Publisher: Idea Factory International Developer: Otomate Official Site While I am not a romantasy girlie, I admit to being someone who loves a good romance in her fantasy novels. I love a good fantasy story, especially ones with a heroine worth rooting for, and while fantasy otome games miss more often than not for me on that front, I can say confidently that Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights is everything I love in a good otome game: organic-feeling romances, (mostly) strong characterization, and swoon-worthy moments that make me want to kick my feet in excitement. Temirana 's world has a unique concept: a person’s status and occupation are determined by their birth month. Princess Cecilia of Temirana is born with a unique birthmark on her forehead and is forced to live away from her family because she is considered to be the "Cursed Child.” When her birthday approaches, she attends a dueling event called Helis Duelm, wherein she meets five fighters, each with their own tragedies, and shines her light on them, literally. Cecilia's cursed power is that when her life is in danger, people and places will shine as a warning. With her power, she takes all five of these men under her wing and has them join her order of knights. Are they dangerous or merely dangerously charming? This is the question. [caption id="attachment_184449" align="aligncenter" width="640"] This is Josephy's surprised face.[/caption] Story-wise, Temirana is quite strong, with incredibly likeable characters and a plot that builds with each playthrough. With five bachlors available from the start, and a secret sixth once all other routes are completed, there's a lot to uncover in terms of Cecilia's power, and how the knights respond to her abilities. Cecilia is a wonderful heroine to follow, as she is a bit awkward but unashamedly herself, speaking her mind often and showing constant care in serving the people in her royal court and beyond. There are overarching themes of found family, with each of the bachlors having their own struggles on display, which makes them quite relatable. Like many otome games, one's mileage will vary in terms of which bachelors the players will resonate with the most. This reviewer found herself loving the slow-burning romance and gruffiness of Josephy's storyline, which has excellent pacing, and the romance between him and Cecilia is also the most natural. Another route that was much enjoyed was Kiya's, who is the sweet orphan boy with a kind heart and killer archery skills. The Common Route that starts the game does a fantastic job of showcasing the game's world and its characters in a way that one would expect the game to be very carefree and wholesome. Once players leave the common route, they are treated to storylines of political intrigue, murder, and some of the quickest marriage proposals going. Here's where some of the game's writing has moments where it falters, as some of the romances move too quickly or the plot lacks some consistency compared to other routes. It doesn't help that the NPCs are a mixed bag, and their motivations are, in many cases, borderline unrealistic to downright terrifying. This isn't bad per se, but it does cause some chapters in the romantic parts of the route to feel either too heavy-handed or suffering from pacing whiplash. [caption id="attachment_184450" align="aligncenter" width="640"] The stoic Milan is always busy with work.[/caption] In terms of features, Temirana offers a lot of the standard fare in otome games. This includes a chapter select, skip text options, and adjustable text speed and text window design. As players work through each route, they unlock CG cutscenes, listen to the game's background music, and explore the mini audio dramas. A lot of the game's music has that fantasy style where it's very grand in some areas, and more subtle during the game's somber moments. The game's opening theme song, "Flower of Solares" by Chisato Akita, is lovely to listen to and does a great job accompanying the CG images. All of the voice work is in Japanese, and while it's good, there are no standout performers. The game's artwork is beautiful, from the detailed backgrounds to all of the character portraits. Text is also very legible, and the localization is decent, though some of the text reads a bit flat. Each character has both a True Ending, Normal Ending, and Bad Ending, which can bump up the game’s playtime. With so many otome games on the market now, it's hard to stand out in the crowd. Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights is worth one's time, especially for those who love high fantasy and who love slow-burning romances. While not every route was perfect, I can say with confidence that all the bachelors had stories worth investing in, and there were so many sweet moments that made me release happy little sighs. Temirana is one of those otome games I can happily recommend to anyone who enjoys intricate, interesting world building and a strong cast of characters who love swoonworthy romances. Disclosure: This article is based on a free copy of the game provided by the publisher. The post Adventure Corner ~ Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights appeared first on RPGamer .

RPGamerFeb 13

AI LIMIT’s First DLC Expansion Releasing Next Month Publisher CE-Asia and developer Sense Game announced their first DLC expansion for action RPG AI LIMIT . Eirene’s Furnace of War will release for PC and PlayStation 5 on March 27, 2026. It continues the story following the ending of the main game and sees Arrisa venture into the Temple of War, where she faces trials set by Eirene the Warfare Bishop. There she will face off against a new boss, as well as take on returning bosses that have been reworked with new mechanics. It will also include new weapons, armor, spells, and Seals. AI LIMIT is set in a distant future, long after the fall of civilisation. The world is currently infested with a mysterious substance called the Mud, with monsters roaming the land. Players control Arrisa as she explores the world’s ruins while seeking answers to the truth behind civilisation’s end and to create a new hope for the survivors. Those wishing to read more about AI LIMIT can check out Ezra Kinnell's review of its PlayStation 5 version. The post AI LIMIT’s First DLC Expansion Releasing Next Month appeared first on RPGamer .

RPGamerFeb 13

Legends of Amberland III: The Crimson Tower Launching in Early March Silver Lemur Games has announced a release date for the latest title in its Legends of Amberland throwback series. Legends of Amberland III: The Crimson Tower will release for PC via Steam and GOG.com on March 2, 2026. The game will be playable on Steam Deck as well as on Mac and Linux via an emulation layer. It will be available at launch with English, French, and German language support, with more languages planned to be added after release. Console versions are also planned. The Legend of Amberland series is inspired by classic 1990s cRPGs. Legends of Amberland: The Forgotten Crown was released in 2019, with Legends of Amberland II: The Song of Trees following in 2023. Legends of Amberland III: The Crimson Tower sees players leading a party of seven adventurers — pre-made or player-created — on an adventure through Amberland. The games can be played in any order, sharing the same world and lore, but with each having its own self-contained story. [foogallery id="172555"] The post Legends of Amberland III: The Crimson Tower Launching in Early March appeared first on RPGamer .

RPGamerFeb 13

Action Adventure RPG Crimson Moon Announced Developer ProbablyMonsters announced action adventure RPG Crimson Moon . The game features single-player and co-op multiplayer, and will release in 2026 on PC (via Steam and the Epic Games Store), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Crimson Moon features a Gothic High Renaissance setting, with players controlling a half-human, half-angel Nephilim sworn to protect humanity as a Knight of the Crimson Moon. Players use divine abilities as they seek to retake the fallen city of Gildenarch from the Infernal Legion. The game has a fast-paced combat system utilising melee strikes and celestial transformations against demons, vampires, and undead gods. It features dynamically-generated levels as well as difficulty modifiers that let players seek greater rewards against greater challenges. [foogallery id="184861"] The post Action Adventure RPG Crimson Moon Announced appeared first on RPGamer .

RPGamerFeb 13

Tides of Annihilation Gets Year of the Horse Trailer Developer Eclipse Glow Games released a new trailer for upcoming action RPG Tides of Annihilation for Chinese New Year. The minute-long video marks the upcoming start of the Year of the Horse, showing some of the creatures and characters appearing in the game. Tides of Annihilation is inspired by Arthurian legend and takes players to a modern London transformed by an otherworldly invasion. The game follows Gwendolyn, a survivor of London’s destruction as a result of the invasion. She embarks on a quest through the city’s locations while uncovering a mystery determining the fate of reality. Players fight alongside summonable spectral knights as Gwendolyn takes on groups of enemies, bosses, and massive knights that act as vertical levels. The game is currently in development for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The post Tides of Annihilation Gets Year of the Horse Trailer appeared first on RPGamer .

RPGamerFeb 13

Beast of Reincarnation Arriving in August Publisher Fictions and developer Game Freak announced that action RPG Beast of Reincarnation will release worldwide on August 4, 2026. The game will be available for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. A new trailer can be viewed below. 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. The post Beast of Reincarnation Arriving in August appeared first on RPGamer .

RPGamerFeb 13

Konami Announces Rev. NOiR Publisher Konami announced Rev. NOiR . The game is being developed by ILCA and is confirmed for release on PlayStation 5, with a release window not yet announced. Few details about the game have been revealed at this stage. It is set in a world afflicted by a natural phenomenon called lightfall, which brings death to those it touches. The game's story will involve an amnesiac boy who becomes acquainted with a special girl, and the two set out to stop the lightfall. [foogallery id="184836"] The post Konami Announces Rev. NOiR appeared first on RPGamer .

RPGamerFeb 13

Action RPG Project Windless Announced Publisher KRAFTON has announced open-world action RPG Project Windless . Being developed by KRAFTON Montréal Studio, the game is based on the fantasy The Bird That Drinks Tears novel series by Korean author Lee Youngdo. The game is currently planned for release on PC and PlayStation 5, though a release window has not yet been revealed. Project Windless is set approximately 1,500 years before the original story of the novels, during a mythical age. The world features four intelligent races -- Humans, Rekon, Nhaga, and Tokkebi -- each with its own culture, conflicts, and worldview. The game puts players in the role of the Rekon Hero King, a humanoid bird warrior armed with twin star-forged blades. Players will need to fight through groups of foes, take on giant creatures, and lead forces in battle, as well as build their own reputation and relationships across the world uniting different races and factions. [foogallery id="184818"] The post Action RPG Project Windless Announced appeared first on RPGamer .

RPGamerFeb 13

Ember Lab Announces Kena: Scars of Kosmora Kena: Bridge of Spirits developer Ember Lab has announced a sequel to the action adventure title, Kena: Scars of Kosmora . The new title is planned to release for PC and PlayStation 5 later this year. Kena: Scars of Kosmora takes place some years after the events of the first game, with Kena now a renowned spirit guide. Hoping to find answers regarding an affliction she has suffered her entire life, Kena travels to the island of Kosmora. When she arrives, Kena encounters a powerful spirit that breaks her staff, the tool that allows Kena to commune with spirits and keeps her alive. In order to survive, she turns to Kosmora’s forgotten form of Spirit Guiding, which manipulates the power of the elements using alchemy. The game sees Kena pick up elemental spirit companions that travel with her and unlock new powers as their bond with her grows. New elemental gameplay elements add new combat skills and strategy, with players able to use Kena's spirit companions and elemental infusions to overcome obstacles. The post Ember Lab Announces Kena: Scars of Kosmora appeared first on RPGamer .

RPGamerFeb 13

Strategy RPG Brigandine: Abyss Announced Happinet and NIS America have announced strategy RPG Brigandine: Abyss . The game is planned to release later this year for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. A physical edition will be released in North America and Europe for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2. The game follows the 2020 revival of the series through Brigandine: The Legend of Runersia . Brigandine: Abyss is set in a brand-new world where hundreds of years prior, the Abyssloa Empire was stopped by the power of the arcane Brigandine. However, a new empire rises, seeking to conquer the world. The game offers six different story campaigns as they attempt to stand against the empire while managing their resources. In addition to the story campaigns, the game also features a Missions Mode, which lets players control one of twenty-four factions, each with their own win conditions. Gameplay is divided into two phases and retains the series' traditional hex-grid maps. The Organization Phase lets players organize troops and resources, while the Attack Phase sees units take to the field. [foogallery id="184801"] The post Strategy RPG Brigandine: Abyss Announced appeared first on RPGamer .

RPGamerFeb 13