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An RPG rundown; recommendations and reviews of the best role-playing games on the market.

Mega Man Legends: The Forgotten 3D Mega Man Shooter
When Sony released the Playstation console in the mid-90s, the industry had a shift in development priorities. Notably, Sony wanted new 3D games to be released for their system. Many studios, mostly produced 2D games on the consoles of the time while consumers demand for 3D landscape. Capcom wanted to reach audiences with their consistently successful Mega Man franchise. The need for a new 3D game led them to develop a whole new gameplay style, which resulted in Mega Man Legends.
By Total Apex Entertainment & Sportsabout a year ago in Gamers
Marathon Mode in Tarkov, But There’s a Huge Problem
If there is one component of Tarkov that I would want to see happen more than arguably anything else, is seeing either open world, partial open world or some form of map-to-map travel be in the game. We’ve had conversations in the past, I’ve listened to so many passionate players express how amazing that would be, and have personally even dabbled in trying to create a mock up version in the past showing how it might work in addition to some other ideas as well. There are plenty of players who would be thrilled to have the ability to travel from one map directly to another without going to their stash. And to my surprise, BSG with patch 0.15 added a mode that we can play right now that gives us a taste of what that might look like on the future should they go through with it. Marathon mode is their attempt at testing the waters for map-to-map travel; allowing players to experience what it would be like going to as many maps in a row as possible without returning to your stash to restock on ammo, medication, food, and other important items. It’s a very stark contrast to normal Tarkov; not being able to go back to your stash unless you absolutely have to is quite an interesting way of engaging with the game. You have to prepare much differently than you normally do, because a raid can reasonable take anywhere from 10-45 minutes, but with marathon you might be out of your stash for over an hour if not longer. So, what you need to take is very different. But let’s go over the details of marathon mode, how it works, the differences between the two modes of play, the downsides and potential problems with it, and what it might mean for Tarkov in the future.
By Jirasuabout a year ago in Gamers
Partizan, PMC Karma and the Connection Between the Two
The newest boss to be added into Tarkov, Partizan or as the community has aptly nicknamed him “Parmesan”, is a weird boss to say the least. His lore is probably the most unique out of all the other bosses and how he operates is also strange and not exactly understood. BSG has been tight lipped about exactly how he functions; only giving us vague answers in the past but confirming he, in some way, is directly tied to another hidden mechanic that was added in with patch 0.15, another karma system. Not PMC karma, not scav karma because we already have that. Just karma; what a wonderful new mechanic that is so easily understood by just that one word. We have been told numerous times that this was a matter of when and not if, and now that we finally have some version of it, we need to talk about how the community thinks it works, how it’s directly tied to Partizan, and how it might change in the future. As well as some other changes that also came with this update to help fill you in on where your own karma might be and whether or not Partizan is actively hunting for you right now. So, let’s talk about it.
By Jirasuabout a year ago in Gamers
How the 'Boktai' Series Lost Its Identity
One of my favorite video game series of all time is Boktai. Boktai is an action RPG series renowned for its solar sensor gimmick. However, out of the Boktai series, I only consider the original game Boktai: The Sun is in Your Hand to be a classic. While I still enjoy the sequels, I believe they stray too far from the original to deliver a satisfying follow-up. More specifically, the sequels to Boktai: The Sun is in Your Hand lack the stealth and personalization of the original.
By Yawabout a year ago in Gamers
Let’s Talk About Tripwires in Tarkov
Probably one of the more controversial additions into the game, Tarkov has just added placeable tripwires attached to grenades. This was something I thought only the new boss, Partizan was going to be able to do, but it looks like BSG wants us to die in even more mysterious and convoluted ways. The feelings I experienced while watching the patch 0.15 trailer and seeing the tripwires in action gave me very similar feelings to when we first saw the different types of grenade launchers being added into the game. And while those were initially cause for concern because of how powerful explosive ordinance in a game like Tarkov can be, in reality, you might be in the same raid with a GL every thousand raids or so. It’s not common and BSG has taken steps to make sure they aren’t seen that much. They’ve even dialed it back more overtime. Which gave me a little reassurance that these things wouldn’t break the game or become the new meta. And surprisingly, they aren’t as bad as I thought. Scary for sure, knowing they just exist now, and hearing that new sound when you step over one is a recipe for pure panic, but they don’t break the game. Much to the chagrin of some, perhaps. But today, I wanted to talk about tripwires in general; how they are acquired, how to use them, how powerful they actually are, and what this means for Tarkov going forward.
By Jirasuabout a year ago in Gamers
How to Make a Hobby Game
My favorite video games growing up were portable games, typically RPGs that emphasized multiplayer. Most of these RPGs were part of an effort to create a transmedia franchise aimed at children. I often refer to them as hobby games because of their prominence in hobby manga magazines like CoroCoro Comic, Comic BomBom, and V Jump. For example, CoroCoro Comic has featured many video game franchises, including Pokémon and Mega Man Battle Network. Hobby manga magazines promote these games with articles and manga like Pokémon Adventures. However, hobby games aren't simply prominent games in hobby manga magazines but ones that embody three distinct qualities.
By Yawabout a year ago in Gamers
Tarkov's Arena Mode is Fun Again
Okay, I know about a month ago, I made a video talking about how Arena was pretty much dead in the water, and that the future of it was hanging in the balance of how BSG handles the 2.0 update. And to my surprise and delight, they delivered. Simply put, Arena is fun again. In fact, it’s more fun than it was when they initially released it. So many problem points that we had with it, are gone or at the very least significantly better than they were previously. The new custom presets, the integration of Ref and the linking of your Tarkov account; it all feels like how this game should’ve launched the first time. Because if it did, I can honestly see their vision of Arena being this bigger E-sport becoming a reality. Sadly, I think that ship has sailed a long time ago, but that doesn’t mean Arena still can’t be enjoyed both alongside regular Tarkov, and by itself. So, let’s go over what’s new with Arena and why it’s so much better.
By Jirasuabout a year ago in Gamers
The Bookstalker
The frozen peaks of the Giant's Teeth were one of the most remote places on the planet. The air was thin enough that it stole the breath from your lungs, and cold enough that it froze the tears on your face. It was the furthest you could be from any other living creature.
By Neal Litherlandabout a year ago in Gamers
5 Essential Gaming Computer Accessories for PC Gaming
Gaming on a PC is one of the best ways for people to spend their time, but they might not know what they need to have the perfect experience. There are many different gaming computer accessories for people to choose from, but this list consists of top PC gaming accessories that you should keep in mind for your following setup.
By Venuabout a year ago in Gamers
Get Ready for King of Meat Trailer Unveiled at Gamescom 2024. AI-Generated.
The gaming world is buzzing with excitement as the much-anticipated trailer for King of Meat has finally been unveiled at Gamescom 2024. This new release took center stage, captivating audiences and promising thrilling adventures and unique gameplay mechanics. Let’s dive deep into what makes King of Meat the next big hit in the gaming industry.
By Danny Badalamentiabout a year ago in Gamers
Undertale: The Internet’s Favorite Video Game
Undertale was released in 2015 by young American indie developer Toby Fox for only $5,000. Mere months after its release, the role-playing video game skyrocketed in popularity and exploded, taking the entire world by storm.
By angela hepworthabout a year ago in Gamers
The Evolution of Soulsborne Bosses
FromSoftware is a Japanese video game developer that has cemented their legacy in the gaming industry through the creation of a series of challenging and intricately designed action RPGs, collectively known as the “Soulsborne” franchise. This series includes titles such as Demon’s Souls, the Dark Souls trilogy, Bloodborne, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, and Elden Ring.
By Jay Kobayashiabout a year ago in Gamers