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Astra: Knights of Veda Preview - Excellent visual style marred by monetization concerns
Astra: Knights of Veda Preview - Excellent visual style marred by monetization concerns

Despite initial enthusiasm for this artistic action RPG, a problematic control scheme and several free-to-play pitfalls dampen the experience.

preview by Chao Min Wu on 09 October, 2023

Monster Hunter Now really feels like a Monster Hunter title, made Mobile
Monster Hunter Now really feels like a Monster Hunter title, made Mobile

Niantic's latest title captures the essence of a Monster Hunter title in a phone game package.

preview by James Galizio on 13 June, 2023

Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis is shaping up to be a properly impressive adaptation
Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis is shaping up to be a properly impressive adaptation

With the full original Final Fantasy VII available at launch and no stamina system, Square Enix's upcoming mobile reimagining has the makings of a great adaptation.

preview by James Galizio on 10 June, 2023

Final Fantasy VII: The First Soldier Impressions - A Battle Royale Dressed in Final Fantasy Clothing
Final Fantasy VII: The First Soldier Impressions - A Battle Royale Dressed in Final Fantasy Clothing

Final Fantasy VII: The First Solider aims to merge the worlds of Square Enix's behemoth with one of the most popular genres of games out there today, the battle royale. The result is an interesting amalgamation that is stuck on mobile devices.

preview by Scott White on 11 June, 2021

Romancing SaGa Re;Universe Impressions
Romancing SaGa Re;Universe Impressions

Romancing SaGa Re;Universe offers a compelling mobile SaGa experience, but it's impossible to ignore Square Enix's track record when it comes to mobile game releases.

preview by James Galizio on 12 October, 2020

War of the Visions: Final Fantasy Brave Exvius Preview
War of the Visions: Final Fantasy Brave Exvius Preview

War of the Visions leaves a good impression, but its staying power is uncertain.

preview by Cullen Black on 20 March, 2020

Phantasy Star Online 2 Closed Beta Test Impressions
Phantasy Star Online 2 Closed Beta Test Impressions

The MMO that the west never got is finally coming over, 8 years later - but is it looking worth the wait?

preview by James Galizio on 11 February, 2020

Dragalia Lost Impressions
Dragalia Lost Impressions

An entertaining story, an infectious soundtrack, and deep gameplay mechanics help make Dragalia Lost a game worth checking out.

preview by Zack Reese on 29 September, 2018

The Elder Scrolls: Blades Hands-On Impressions from E3 2018
The Elder Scrolls: Blades Hands-On Impressions from E3 2018

A moderately fun mobile Scrolls experience, hampered by poor movement controls and drab presentation.

preview by Bryan Vitale on 15 June, 2018

Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana (Nintendo Switch) Hands-On Impressions from E3 2018
Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana (Nintendo Switch) Hands-On Impressions from E3 2018

Ys VIII heads to Switch later this month, and we managed to check out how it feels both in Handheld mode and Docked.

preview by James Galizio on 13 June, 2018

Dissidia Final Fantasy: Opera Omnia Impressions
Dissidia Final Fantasy: Opera Omnia Impressions

Fellow RPG fans bummed about NT's direction may fall in love with this turn-based Dissidia RPG.

preview by Josh Torres on 31 January, 2018

Here are the changes and additions to Dragon Quest VIII on 3DS
Here are the changes and additions to Dragon Quest VIII on 3DS

What's new in the 3DS port of the classic JRPG

preview by Adam Vitale on 08 December, 2016

Visions of the Dead: Hands-on with Ace Attorney 6
Visions of the Dead: Hands-on with Ace Attorney 6

We go hands-on with Phoenix Wright's latest adventure.

preview by John Davison on 18 September, 2015

Square Enix's new Adventure Game may be worth a look for RPG fans
Square Enix's new Adventure Game may be worth a look for RPG fans

Life is Strange, developed by French studio Dontnod, seems Square's most interesting project in years.

preview by Alex Donaldson on 29 August, 2014

Deus Ex: The Fall Hands-On
Deus Ex: The Fall Hands-On

Yes, it's a mobile game, but hold your horses - this is the real deal!

preview by Alex Donaldson on 24 June, 2013