Mobile Game Reviews
Dear script writers: If your party's reaction to a terrifying building appearing out of nowhere is for all the ladies to dogpile on the main character for fun, you're doing something wrong.
by Elizabeth Henges on 15 February, 2015
This download-only tribute to the 16-bit RPG era is a difficult to recommend grindfest.
by Alex Donaldson on 30 November, 2015
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles Remastered Edition Review
Crystal Chronicles Remastered Edition's uniquely cozy atmosphere and charming story can't save it from feeling significantly more lonely this time around.
by Bryan Vitale on 26 August, 2020
htoL#NiQ: The Firefly Diary Review
Nippon Ichi ventures too far out of their comfort zone.
by David Kreinberg on 18 May, 2016
We take a look at the PC version of TLR. Has anything changed?
by Alex Donaldson on 20 March, 2009
Zodiac: Orcanon Odyssey Review
Gorgeous art and solid combat aren't enough to push this mobile RPG to greatness, though its potential is enormous.
by Alex Donaldson on 29 November, 2015
This visual novel tells a good story, but a big flaw ruins a lot of the experience.
by Elizabeth Henges on 30 August, 2015
Ogden continues his adventures in Dragon Fantasy Book II in an upgraded 16-bit format, but the entry feels like it's two steps forward and three steps back from Book I.
by Elizabeth Henges on 26 October, 2013
Final Fantasy II Anniversary Edition Review
Yet another remake of Final Fantasy II - is this one the ultimate version?
by Alex Donaldson on 23 August, 2009
Final Fantasy Anniversary Edition Review
After multiple remakes on rereleases on everything from the PS1 to the GBA and Wonderswan Color, FF1 arrives in this, a version claimed to be the most complete.
by Alex Donaldson on 23 August, 2009
SaGa Frontier Remastered Review
A strange, cool, sometimes frustrating, but still cool, unconventional classic RPG smartly remade for the modern-day.
by Adam Vitale on 21 April, 2021
Shin Megami Tensei Liberation Dx2 Review
Despite some shortcomings, there's plenty of content here to satisfy any Shin Megami Tensei fan's cravings.
by Zack Reese on 24 July, 2018
Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana (Switch) Review
Ys VIII on Switch manages to offer the best handheld version of the game, but it comes with its own fair share of problems that hold it back.
by James Galizio on 23 June, 2018
If you're willing to put up with a few gameplay flaws, uneven game balancing, and an unsightly user interface, this is one RPG that belongs in your collection.
by Zack Reese on 19 December, 2017
The Walking Dead: A New Frontier Review
A New Frontier has a wonderfully diverse cast and it tackles its themes with nuance and complexity. However, some inconsistent writing and recycled plot elements restrict its potential.
by Natalie Flores on 16 August, 2017
Corpse Party: Blood Drive Review
While the technical issues and underwhelming plot points bring it down, Corpse Party: Blood Drive is still a welcome addition to the franchise.
by David Kreinberg on 29 October, 2015
Final Fantasy Record Keeper Review
FF's latest free-to-play effort steers clear of in-app-purchase hell, but is still just a touch too greedy.
by Alex Donaldson on 15 April, 2015
This game has a very targeted market - fans of old school RPGs looking for a nostalgia trip.
by Zack Reese on 21 October, 2014
You never asked for this, but it's here anyway. Should you play it?
by Alex Donaldson on 22 July, 2013
For us hardcore RPG fans, it's a dream concept: A sequel to one of the greatest retro RPGs in a traditional style, with graphics, music and gameplay straight out of the best SNES RPGs of the 90's. But does it live up to the hype?
by Alex Donaldson on 07 July, 2009
Reminiscent of Diablo, this hack-and-slash adventure is somewhat of a blast from the past.
by Alex Donaldson on 10 July, 2006
Steven Universe: Unleash the Light Review
It may not be a perfect porkchop, but it's certainly a hot dog of an RPG.
by George Foster on 27 February, 2021
Steins;Gate: My Darling's Embrace Review
This light-hearted spin-off of Steins;Gate offers fans something they never knew they wanted.
by Cullen Black on 11 February, 2020