All articles tagged with #turn based combat
At Gamescom, Persona 4 Revival is showcased as a faithful remake that updates its turn-based combat for modern players while preserving the core story, social-link system, and characters. Producer Kazuhisa Wada emphasizes not changing what made the original great, tweaks for added nuance, a full voice-actor recast, and frames the remake as cultural preservation to keep the classic accessible to new players and longtime fans alike.
Square Enix revives the defunct Brave Exvius as Final Fantasy Resonance, trimming a massive mobile roster to 26 Visions and swapping screen-tapping for a tactical, FFV-inspired turn-based system with a sweeping stagger mechanic. Visions are unlocked through exploration and battles rather than microtransactions, delivering a tighter, mainline-like console/PC RPG. The game launches October 22, 2026 on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch and Switch 2.
Nintendo Life reports that Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream for Nintendo Switch has been rated E for Everyone by the ESRB, with Comic Mischief and Mild Fantasy Violence. The rating summary describes a life-sim where players create Miis, build shops and landmarks, and take part in minigames, including turn-based combat against a slime, plus light cartoony violence and bathroom humor; fans speculate possible RPG-like features. The game is slated for release on April 16, 2026.
Rock Paper Shotgun’s review hails Mewgenics as a wildly chaotic roguelite where you breed cats, take them on DnD‑style campaigns, and manage a deep, ever-evolving base. Blending XCOM-like squad tactics with heavy humor and grotesque, offbeat setpieces, the game leans on ruthless RNG and interconnected systems that produce surprising, story-worthy outcomes even after many hours of play.
Navinosuke – The Yo-kai Buster, a pixel art RPG inspired by Pokémon and developed in the early 2000s but never released, is finally coming to the Nintendo Switch in early 2026 after being updated with modern gameplay and UI. Set in a fictional ancient Japan, players explore a world filled with over 150 Yo-kai, collecting and battling them using turn-based combat with support card mechanics. The game aims to appeal to fans seeking a nostalgic yet strategic RPG experience.
Steam has released a free demo for the upcoming turn-based RPG 'The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon,' set to launch on PC in January 2026. The game features a compelling story about humanity's first space exploration and combines real-time and turn-based battles, with a focus on building connections with allies. The demo offers players a preview of the gameplay and mechanics, building anticipation for the full release.
The article argues that Final Fantasy's main issue isn't its combat system, which has evolved positively, but its storytelling. It emphasizes that modern entries like FFXVI and Rebirth suffer from weak narratives despite strong gameplay and visuals. The author suggests that future games should focus on better stories, acting, and presentation, rather than reverting to turn-based combat, which isn't the core problem.
Naoki Yoshida, producer of Final Fantasy XVI and XIV, confirms Square Enix's commitment to releasing future mainline Final Fantasy games on multiple platforms, including Xbox and PC. He discusses the franchise's evolving combat systems, indicating that the decision to use turn-based or action-based gameplay will depend on the creative direction of future directors, leaving the possibility open for both styles. Fans are hopeful for a return to turn-based combat, which historically defined the series' popularity, especially given recent successes of turn-based titles like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and the Pixel Remaster.
Square Enix acknowledges the success of Expedition 33 and suggests it may influence the future of Final Fantasy, with plans to return to traditional command-based turn-based combat in upcoming titles, reassuring fans disappointed by recent changes.
The surprise open world sequel to SteamWorld Heist, called SteamWorld Heist 2, is set to release on PC on August 8th, featuring a switch from space pirates to water-based pirates and an open-ended ocean setting. Players will navigate the Great Sea in a mechanical craft, engaging in real-time naval combat and searching for loot. The game's main focus remains on turn-based battles, with over 150 guns, utility items, and ship equipment to tinker with. Developed by Thunderful Development, the game promises more news and insights leading up to its release.
Broken Roads, a classic turn-based RPG set in a post-apocalyptic Australia, falls short of its ambitious goals, with an intricate morality system that doesn't lead to meaningful choices, a thin and unengaging story, and frustrating combat. Despite a detailed and atmospheric Australian setting, the game's interesting ideas are poorly executed, resulting in a disappointing experience.
Yakuza: Like a Dragon - Infinite Wealth, the eighth entry in the Yakuza series, introduces Ichiban Kasuga as a charming but awkward protagonist. The game's pacing can test players' patience with lengthy cutscenes, but it offers a richly constructed world and diverse minigames. The turn-based RPG combat allows for dynamic movement, and the game incorporates social commentary on issues like homelessness and social media influence. Despite its quirks, Infinite Wealth delivers a unique and engaging gaming experience.
Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth offers a deep RPG experience with turn-based combat and a swappable class system. Tips for players include avoiding excessive fast travel, utilizing the smartphone for time-saving options, experimenting with character jobs, prioritizing area-of-effect skills in battle, and taking advantage of character abilities beyond basic attacks. Additionally, players are advised to shop for items regularly, guard during combat, and utilize in-game resources such as the Tasks menu and Help menu to stay informed and prepared for the game's challenges.
Highwater is a new adventure game set in a flooded region outside the walled city of Alphaville, where players aim to escape to Mars amid the Great Climate Catastrophe. Developed by Demagog Studio and published by Rogue Games for multiple platforms, the game features turn-based puzzle combat, environment interactivity, and is part of a universe that includes Golf Club Wasteland and The Cub.
Bethesda has announced The Elder Scrolls: Castles, a new mobile management sim game where players control their own castle over multiple generations of rulers, families, and subjects. The game features decision-making, turn-based combat, and in-game purchases, and has soft-launched in the Philippines with plans for a wider release in the coming months.