Articles by Paige Chamberlain

Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story Review
Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story Review

Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story is something most would now term a “cozy game”, being a light simulation game that’s largely relaxing and not too stressful. Its gameplay and story can feel pretty mediocre, reminding me of childhood favorites but never as entertaining.

review by Paige Chamberlain on 19 February, 2024

Eastward Octopia  Review
Eastward Octopia Review

Eastward Octopia is a fun little distraction, that doesn't stray too far from the usual farming sim formula. Changes to certain important side jobs like fishing and mining help to elevate it, but the lack of constant progress mid-way really drags the experience down.

review by Paige Chamberlain on 31 January, 2024

Small Saga Review
Small Saga Review

I really enjoyed my short but sweet time with Small Saga, of about seven hours, with my only disappointment being the lack of any difficulty without having to intentionally handicap myself. It’s a great little game filled with nice visuals, and mostly funny writing.

review by Paige Chamberlain on 30 November, 2023

Controversial pizza emote is finally accessible to purchase  in Final Fantasy XIV
Controversial pizza emote is finally accessible to purchase in Final Fantasy XIV

The Eat Pizza Emote for Final Fantasy XIV, was previous exclusive to an extremely limited promotion only accessible in America is finally available to all, for a price.

news by Paige Chamberlain on 20 November, 2023

Fall Guys collaboration event in Final Fantasy XIV falls into an October 31st release date
Fall Guys collaboration event in Final Fantasy XIV falls into an October 31st release date

The release date for the Fall Guys collaboration event in Final Fantasy XIV has been revealed to start on October 31st. With the event running for two months until December 31st.

news by Paige Chamberlain on 26 October, 2023

Detective Pikachu Returns Review
Detective Pikachu Returns Review

The case of Detective Pikachu has never been fully closed, but now Detective Pikachu Returns, this time to the Nintendo Switch. I enjoyed my time with Detective Pikachu Returns, nonetheless, Detective Pikachu Returns just isn’t a very good game.

review by Paige Chamberlain on 18 October, 2023

Darkweb Streamer Preview - Can you earn new viewers and keep your sanity?
Darkweb Streamer Preview - Can you earn new viewers and keep your sanity?

This roguelike RPG takes the streaming hobby to real extremes.

feature by Paige Chamberlain on 16 October, 2023

Broken Roads Interview: Painting the human experience against a desolate backdrop
Broken Roads Interview: Painting the human experience against a desolate backdrop

Broken Roads is an upcoming post-apocalyptic CRPG set in the Australian Outback. I ask the team some of my burning questions about the setting choice and other activities we can enjoy.

interview by Paige Chamberlain on 11 October, 2023

Long Gone Days Review
Long Gone Days Review

Long Gone Days is a project that’s been in the works for many years. With grating hand holding, but a decent story and grounded characters, Long Gone Days is a good choice for those interested in a narrative-focused RPG.

review by Paige Chamberlain on 11 October, 2023

Blackheart Preview - An indie action RPG with a magical prince in a dysfunctional family and a dying kingdom
Blackheart Preview - An indie action RPG with a magical prince in a dysfunctional family and a dying kingdom

An indie action RPG where you play as Azriel, the youngest member of an immensely influential but dysfunctional royal family.

preview by Paige Chamberlain on 10 October, 2023

Broken Roads Preview - It's about time we get an RPG set in the Outback
Broken Roads Preview - It's about time we get an RPG set in the Outback

An RPG set in the Australian Outback developed by an Australian studio? Sign this Australian up.

preview by Paige Chamberlain on 10 October, 2023

Long Gone Days Interview: Literary Inspirations and International Barriers
Long Gone Days Interview: Literary Inspirations and International Barriers

I talk to the main creator of the upcoming game Long Gone Days about the various systems and design choices for this modern war story.

interview by Paige Chamberlain on 09 October, 2023

Grist Preview - Retro Visuals Disguise A Combination Of Classic RPGs
Grist Preview - Retro Visuals Disguise A Combination Of Classic RPGs

Grist is a sci-fi rpg that blends turn based party combat with crpg mechanics and places it inside of a retro computer.

preview by Paige Chamberlain on 09 October, 2023

Everhood Eternity Edition Review
Everhood Eternity Edition Review

Everhood just wasn’t as thought-provoking as the subtitle “An Ineffable Tale of the Inexpressible Divine Moments of Truth” might suggest. While I found some enjoyment in the later part of the game, it didn’t hit all the right notes for me.

review by Paige Chamberlain on 27 September, 2023

Virgo Vs The Zodiac Review
Virgo Vs The Zodiac Review

Virgo Vs The Zodiac is quite unique, and for the most part is better for it. Personally, I don’t see how a game that lets you ride an alpaca and purge heretics could’ve gone wrong. But the combat and systems don't shake up much over time.

review by Paige Chamberlain on 29 August, 2023

Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis Releasing on September 7
Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis Releasing on September 7

Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis is finally releasing on September 7th for iOS and Android systems.

news by Paige Chamberlain on 10 August, 2023

Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical Review
Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical Review

While Stray Gods is subtitled The “Roleplaying” Musical, it plays much more akin to a visual novel or adventure game than what one might call an RPG, though the musical part still applies. The music is especially fun and some tracks definitely would have a place in theatre.

review by Paige Chamberlain on 09 August, 2023

Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg Review
Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg Review

This remake of the very first game, now titled Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg, is both an opportunity for new fans and old to see where it all began. Like the original, it has a pretty small scope, however, it is a mostly relaxing experience.

review by Paige Chamberlain on 12 July, 2023

Atelier Marie Remake Preview - What’s Old is New, and Cute
Atelier Marie Remake Preview - What’s Old is New, and Cute

Atelier Marie Remake is shaping up to be a gorgeous treat to explore the origins of the Atelier series, although you'll have to manage time and money.

preview by Paige Chamberlain on 11 May, 2023

Final Fantasy XIV x PUMA collaboration releasing in March
Final Fantasy XIV x PUMA collaboration releasing in March

The FFXIV x PUMA collaboration is fully revealed before its North American release date of March 25th

news by Paige Chamberlain on 13 March, 2023

One Piece Odyssey Review
One Piece Odyssey Review

One Piece Odyssey unfortunately fits the “it takes twenty hours to get good” shoe. I find it difficult to recommend it to those who aren’t already fans of the series, and not just because it’s a mostly bland RPG.

review by Paige Chamberlain on 26 January, 2023

Dragon Quest Treasures Review
Dragon Quest Treasures Review

Dragon Quest Treasures touts itself as a treasure-hunting RPG, though I’d safely say it fits into the action RPG and monster-collecting genre. While there are performance issues and lackluster bosses, I always treasure a game that encourages exploration and gives me plenty to do.

review by Paige Chamberlain on 13 December, 2022

Dragon Quest Treasures is digging up fortune and fun - Preview
Dragon Quest Treasures is digging up fortune and fun - Preview

In a long line of Dragon Quest spinoff titles, Dragon Quest Treasures will be the latest. The name of the game is collecting treasure, but to do that you’ll also collect monsters.

preview by Paige Chamberlain on 05 December, 2022

Voice of Cards: The Beasts of Burden Review
Voice of Cards: The Beasts of Burden Review

Voice of Cards: The Beasts of Burden is an overall more streamlined experience than other entries. With the frequency of releases in the series compared to the number of improvements made, the cards are starting to wear a bit thin.

review by Paige Chamberlain on 27 September, 2022

Harvestella has turnip with potential - Demo Impressions
Harvestella has turnip with potential - Demo Impressions

Harvestella’s demo gave me a good taste for the life simulation RPG, and I’m ready to take some more bites.

preview by Paige Chamberlain on 23 September, 2022

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