RPGFan's Random Encounter

On this episode of Random Encounter, folks have been playing games! Shocking, right? But for reals, one of the big games this week is Monster Hunter Rise, and Sollosi has been happily hunting along. We were going to get into Disco Elysium: The Final Cut, but someone surprised us all and showed up because we mentioned Lost Judgment and its announcement! THEN we get to Disco Elysium and Eva's hot takes on that brilliant game. All that and more, so take a listen!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, Michael Sollosi, Eva Padilla and a surprise panelist!; Edited by Jono LoganGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Monster Hunter RiseDisco Elysium: The Final CutLost JudgmentDream Quests and Desires: An Interview with Disco Elysium’s Justin KeenanFantasian (Part One)OutridersAtelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book DXThe Darkside Detective: A Fumble in the DarkMass Effect: Legendary EditionActRaiser Original Soundtrack and Symphonic Suite

On this episode of Random Encounter, we get to talk about some remasters and a re-release! Originally out in 2018, Hero U has made its way to the Switch, and Hilary got her glorious quest on! While we all know Jono's thoughts on SaGa, Brian has been playing SaGa Frontier Remastered and is a bit more positive about it. Lastly, Alana has gotten to revisit an old favourite of hers, as NeiR: Replicant ver.1.22474487139… makes its way internationally, giving us the purest NieR experience as it was arguably intended. All this and more, so come have a listen while we chat!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, Alana Hagues, Hilary Andreff, Brian MacKenzie; Edited by Jono LoganGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Crowdfunding Chronicles: Spring 2021 Special EditionSaGa Frontier RemasteredJudgmentMonster Hunter RiseBravely Default IINieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139…Steam PrisonShin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne HD Remaster Preview

On this episode of Random Encounter, the panel comes together to talk about Square Enix's latest offering, Outriders, that Abe's reviewing for the site. Meanwhile, Caitlin has enthusiastically jumped into the unique, artful world of Fantasian on Apple Arcade. Some random side-banter and a fun discovery for Caitlin gives us a swell little episode for your ears!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, Caitlin Argyros, Abe Kobylanski; Edited by Greg DelmageGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:OutridersFantasianCrowdfunding Chronicles: HolomentoYakuza: Like a DragonStory of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive TownMonster Hunter: World & IceborneNeptunia Virtual StarsCurse of the Dead GodsEvil InsideThe Life and Suffering of Sir BranteMonster Train – The Last Divinity DLC

On this episode of Random Encounter, we’ve got a panel talkin’ about nothing new but some things new to us. Most of us are still journeying through Bravely Default II! Nicholas got through Yakuza 5 and has his sights set on Yakuza 6, planning to make good on his 100% achievement quest. Brian’s gotten himself back into Fire Emblem: Three Houses, but with a twist, which has intrigued other FE fans! Quinton’s along for the ride and loving all of it, having dipped into most of the games discussed. Oh, and he makes Jono and I want to play FFXIV (no surprise there…!). All this, and more, so get into it and listen!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, Quinton O’Connor, Nicholas Whaley, Brian Mackenzie; Edited by Micah CoatesGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Bravely Default IIYakuza 5Yakuza 6Fire Emblem: Three HousesFinal Fantasy XIVThe Best Games of the PlayStation Store: PSOne and PS2The Case for Warriors Games and the RPG FanShattered – Tale of the Forgotten KingCyanide & Happiness – FreakpocalypseBrigandine: The Legend of Runersia

On this episode of Random Encounter, the panel talks about what they've been playing lately and then dives into some RPGs with underlined titles (mostly.) The Project Triangle Strategy demo is pretty great, but needs some work. Bravely Default II is out now and it's a big one we've been looking forward to! So far, it holds up! So, come listen to some great discussion!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, Michael Sollosi, Nicholas Whaley, Brian Mackenzie; Edited by Greg DelmageGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Project Triangle StrategyBravely Default IICrowdfunding Chronicles: Roots of PachaProject Triangle Strategy’s Invisible Feature and the Trials of Gaming while ColorblindThe Ugly Side of Paradise: A Deeper Look at Pokémon Sun & Moon’s Team SkullXenoblade Chronicles’ Affinity for RelativityHalf Past Fate: Romantic DistancingEverhoodViola: The Heroine’s MelodyScarlet Hollow – Episode 1Ocean’s HeartGnosiaKowloon High-School ChronicleThe Outer Worlds: Murder on Eridanos DLCChernobylite PreviewGood Night, Knight PreviewMonster Hunter Rise: Demo Version 2 Preview

On this episode of Random Encounter, we bring on a couple of RPGFan staff to discuss ethnic diversity and representation in games, and what that's meant to them over the years. It's a tough topic to discuss, cause it's big. In the spirit of this discussion, alongside some research, Greg is finally getting into a pair of neat games by POC developers, Aurion: Legacy of the Kori-Odan, and Treachery in Beatdown City. And of course, we can't ignore the latest news from Nintendo or the Sony State of Play announcements! This episode had some great discussion, and we hope we handled the subject matter well. Enjoy the listen!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, Neal Chandran, Dom Kim; Edited by Greg DelmageGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Crowdfunding Chronicles: BROK the InvestiGatorCrowdfunding Chronicles: The Sky Left UsCrowdfunding Chronicles: Beacon PinesThe Glitch in Transistor’s SystemDon’t Lose Hope for The Legend of Zelda’s 35th Anniversary Celebration Just YetSo you want to get into The Shin Megami Tensei Series…RPGFan Games of the Year 2020: Overall AwardsWoodsaltAtelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret FairyHeaven’s VaultYs IX: Monstrum NoxCollection of SaGa Final Fantasy LegendSword of the NecromancerPersona 5 StrikersCalicoEncodyaDragonborneWerewolf: The Apocalypse – Heart of the ForestNioh 2: The First Samurai DLCProject Triangle Strategy Demo ImpressionsKing Arthur: Knight’s Tale Preview: The Dead Man Who Would Be KingThe Celtic Link: Themes From “The Legend of Zelda”

On this episode of Random Encounter, a whole new set of voices join our hosts to discuss the rest of the Best of the Year 2020 feature! Some new staff and special guests get into the various categories and the games that set themselves apart, as well as their individual recommendations that stole their hearts. Come listen to the second part of our big end of year bonanza!Disclaimer: There was a minor issue with some of this episode's audio, which we apologize for. Thanks for your patience with the technical difficulty.Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, Abraham Kobylanski, Wes Iliff, Audra Bowling, Eric Irving, Robert "Hat" Hatfield; Edited by Greg DelmageGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:RPGFan Games of the Year 2020: Overall AwardsRPGFan Games of the Year 2020: Editors’ AwardsFinal Fantasy VII Remake13 Sentinels: Aegis RimHadesKentucky Route ZeroSakuna: Of Rice and RuinGenshin ImpactTales of CrestoriaFinal Fantasy XIV: ShadowbringersXenoblade Chronicles: Definitive EditionCrusader Kings IIIWintermoor Tactics ClubMoonCadence of Hyrule – Crypt of the NecroDancer Featuring the Legend of ZeldaSuper Smash Bros. Ultimate

On this episode of Random Encounter, we look back at the best of 2020 in conjunction with the written feature of the same theme! The panel largely discusses the big contenders: Final Fantasy VII Remake, Hades and 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim. But we suitably go off on our own loves from the past year as well. Give a listen and see what's hot with the RPGFan.com crew!Get in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:RPGFan Games of the Year 2020: Overall AwardsRPGFan Games of the Year 2020: Editors’ AwardsFinal Fantasy VII Remake13 Sentinels: Aegis RimHades

On this episode of Random Encounter, Greg and Jono are stalling for time! We kid. Greg's been playing the newly launched Ocean's Heart, having a great time adventuring in this Legend of Zelda-like, which inspires some chat of the magic of the Zelda series! As for Jono, he's been playing a game... or has he? There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension has grabbed his attention, and he's been enjoying unpacking whatever it is! A fun question and idle chit chat as per usual, on this episode!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan; Edited by Greg DelmageGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Ocean's HeartFinding Family in a Sea of Stars: Rogue Galaxy’s Greatest TreasureRPGFan Music of the Year 2020Monster Hunter Rise: Demo PreviewPersona 5 Strikers PreviewFinal Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers – Patch 5.4 ReviewTorchlight III ReviewMother 3 ReviewNeversong ReviewKentucky Route Zero: TV Edition ReviewAutumn’s Journey ReviewTransience: A NieR Synthwave Tribute

On this episode of Random Encounter, we break into 2021! We've got a few panelists chatting about some of their favourite releases of last year. Alana's been trying to catch up with some popular hits and dove into the bizarre world of Paradies Killer, finding it the ideal murder mystery to listen to while studying. Neal revealed the indie action RPG Luminous Plume and we get into some thoughts on where this one could go. Then there's the Collection of SaGa: Final Fantasy Legend that Zach's been plugging away at for the site, which are definitely dated, but it's a neat package to get into and test your nostalgia with. Finally, we ask this group just what it is they're most looking forward from the RPG genre in 2021. The usual side-chat and more for your listening pleasure!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, Neal Chandran, Alana Hagues, Zach Wilkerson; Edited by Brian IngemansonThis Episode's Related Links:Paradise KillerLuminous PlumeCollection of SaGaCrowdfunding Chronicles: Vesper: Ether SagaSo you want to get into the Neptunia Series…Blitzball: Final Fantasy X’s Unsung HeroFire Emblem: Shadow Dragon & the Blade of LightDragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive EditionMarvel’s Avengers: Taking A.I.M.Cyberpunk 2077Romancing SaGa Re;univerSeYakuza: Like a DragonGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom