fantasy RPG Archives

AppWizard

April 2, 2025

The PC game releases we’re most excited about in April

The PC gaming landscape remains active in April, with notable releases scheduled. Key titles include: - April 1: Koira - Cute puppy adventure - April 2: Bugaboo Pocket - Entomology life-sim - April 3: Sand - Extraction shooter with giant walkers - April 8: South of Midnight - Action-adventure southern folktale - April 8: Burden of Command - Tactical leadership RPG - April 9: Descenders Next - Downhill snowboarding - April 9: Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days (early access) - April 10: Crashlands 2 - Open world crafting RPG - April 10: Hollywood Animal - Hollywood studio management - April 10: Steel Seed - Sci-fi stealth action adventure - April 10: The Talos Principle: Reawakened - Unreal 5 remake - April 10: Monaco 2 - Co-op heist sequel - April 14: Repose - Black and white adventure - April 14: Stygian: Outer Gods - Survival horror RPG - April 17: Mandragora - Side-scrolling, dark fantasy RPG - April 17: Phantom Breaker - Pixel art beat'em up - April 17: Tempopo - Rhythmic garden puzzler - April 18: Lunar Remastered Collection - '90s RPG classics - April 22: War Rats: The Rat em Up - April 23: Sunderfolk - Couch co-op RPG - April 23: The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy - April 24: Detective Dotson - Crime-solving as a Bollywood hopeful - April 24: Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves - April 24: Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero - April 28: Badlands Crew - Offroad battles Additionally, various gaming events are scheduled throughout the month.

AppWizard

February 18, 2025

How to find and use lockpicks in Avowed

In Avowed, lockpicking does not involve ability or skill checks; instead, a locked chest indicates the number of lockpicks required to open it, with a maximum of five needed for the most difficult chests. Players can unlock chests by pressing the action key if they have the necessary lockpicks. The game does not include a concept of theft, allowing players to open chests without fear of penalties. Lockpicks can be acquired from merchants, dropped by defeated enemies, or found in the wild, with bandits having a higher chance of dropping them. Multiple merchants sell lockpicks across different regions, and they restock their supplies every few days. Guaranteed locations for lockpicks in the first two regions include various merchants in Dawnshore and Emerald Stair. Locked chests are relatively rare, so players can maintain a sufficient inventory of lockpicks by purchasing them and collecting those found in the wild.

TrendTechie

February 15, 2025

Avowed еще не вышла, а ее уже слили на торренты

Avowed, a fantasy RPG from Obsidian, has been accessed by gamers through unofficial channels ahead of its official release on Steam. Premium Edition purchasers received access five days early. The developers chose not to use Denuvo protection, facilitating piracy. The pirated version resembles the Premium Edition and includes extra skins, a digital art book, and a soundtrack. The official launch is scheduled for February 18, and initial feedback indicates it has been well-received, though it is not considered a "Skyrim killer."

TrendTechie

February 14, 2025

Avowed слили на торренты до официального релиза

A premium version of the fantasy RPG Avowed has been leaked on torrent sites ahead of its official release. Developed by Obsidian Entertainment, the game offers a first-person perspective and is set in the Living Lands of the Pillars of Eternity universe. Players embark on a journey to a mysterious island affected by a sinister disease, facing battles and puzzles. Those who pre-ordered the premium version received early access five days before the official launch. The game is currently available in a Portable version on platforms like Steam, requiring approximately 73 GB of space and includes a Russian text translation. The full release is scheduled for February 18 on PC, Xbox Series, and Game Pass Ultimate.

AppWizard

February 14, 2025

Skyrim stealth archers and NCR Ranger wannabes rejoice: I’m 45 hours into Avowed’s hardest difficulty as a glass cannon gunslinger and I’ve loved every minute of it

Avowed is a wizard-themed game that features unique spells and action-oriented gameplay, inspired by Pillars of Eternity. Players can utilize various spells, including the Pull of Eora, which creates an anti-gravity vortex to ensnare enemies. The game allows for a ranger-style playstyle, where players can engage in stealthy combat as a pistol-wielding archer. After over 45 hours of gameplay, the ranger build proves effective even on the challenging "Path of the Damned" difficulty. Combat is dynamic, with enemies exhibiting impressive tracking abilities, requiring active engagement. The game includes unique weapons, such as flaming swords and lightning pistols, and features companions like a spirit bear that can deal significant damage. Avowed combines elements of traditional RPGs with exhilarating shooter mechanics, catering to players who enjoy stealthy sniper gameplay.

AppWizard

December 22, 2024

The Best PC Games to Play in 2025

The PC gaming landscape in 2025 will feature major AAA releases such as Grand Theft Auto VI, Avowed, Assetto Corsa Evo, Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl, Frostpunk 2, and Indika. Technological advancements like ray tracing and DLSS will enhance graphical quality and performance, while cloud gaming services will offer new ways to access games. Players can expect a variety of genres, including RPGs, FPS, simulation, and strategy, each with unique pros and cons. The most anticipated games include Grand Theft Auto VI, Avowed, Assetto Corsa Evo, Stalker 2, Frostpunk 2, Indika, Death Stranding 2, Homeworld 3, Broken Roads, and Pacific Drive. Popular PC-exclusive titles include Valorant, League of Legends, Crusader Kings III, and Factorio. The most played PC games currently are Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, PUBG: Battlegrounds, Apex Legends, Grand Theft Auto V, Baldur’s Gate 3, Naraka: Bladepoint, Team Fortress 2, Rust, and Cyberpunk 2077. Counter-Strike 2 has the highest concurrent player count on Steam.

AppWizard

December 19, 2024

8 great games for your Steam Deck

The Steam Deck remains a popular portable gaming device in 2024, enhanced by Valve's software updates. Notable games include: - Balatro: A card-based roguelike where players create poker hands to earn chips and shop for new cards. - Dragon Age: The Veilguard: A fantasy RPG with dialogue trees and character-building options, requiring some graphics adjustments for optimal performance. - Hades II: An early access action roguelike that expands on its predecessor with new weapons and characters. - Metaphor: ReFantazio: A turn-based game from Atlus with a quick battle system, suitable for short sessions. - Neva: A visually stunning game focused on platforming puzzles and storytelling, enhanced on the Steam Deck OLED. - The Rise of the Golden Idol: A mystery game with 20 point-and-click puzzles involving investigation and clue-solving. - Stardew Valley’s 1.6 Update: Introduces new festivals, a new farm type, and additional content to the beloved farming simulation. - Thank Goodness You’re Here!: A whimsical game set in an English village, featuring humorous interactions and a short completion time.

AppWizard

December 6, 2024

The 25 Most Wanted PC Games Of 2025–And Beyond–Revealed

The PC Gaming Show revealed the Most Wanted PC games for 2025 and beyond, determined by over 80 industry experts. Grand Theft Auto VI ranked fifth, below the top three spots. The list includes 25 titles, with varying release dates, including eight marked as “TBD” and seven promising a release in “2025.” The Thing: Remastered was already released prior to the event. Notable titles and their details include: - 25) Judas - TBD, narrative-driven first-person shooter. - 24) Killing Floor 3 - Early 2025, co-op horde shooter. - 23) Control 2 - TBD, sequel to the original Control. - 22) Crescent County - TBD, life simulation game. - 21) Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector - January 2025, narrative-driven sci-fi adventure. - 20) Perfect Dark - TBD, reimagining of the classic game. - 19) Menace - 2025, tactical sci-fi gameplay. - 18) Mafia: The Old Country - 2025, prequel to the Mafia series. - 17) Dune: Awakening - Early 2025, open-world survival MMO. - 16) Witchbrook - TBD, 2D pixel art game. - 15) Skate. - 2025, free-to-play skating game. - 14) Project 007 - TBD, James Bond game. - 13) Atomfall - March 27, 2025, alternate timeline exploration game. - 12) Light No Fire - TBD, survival game. - 11) Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater - TBD, remake of Snake Eater. - 10) The Thing: Remastered - Out now, revitalized horror game. - 9) Wanderstop - March 2025, indie game with complex narrative. - 8) Avowed - February 18, 2025, first-person fantasy RPG. - 7) Kingdom Come: Deliverance II - February 4, 2025, sequel to medieval RPG. - 6) Death Stranding 2: On the Beach - 2025, sequel to Death Stranding. - 5) Grand Theft Auto VI - 2025, anticipated next installment in the series. - 4) Slay the Spire 2 - 2025, sequel to the deck-building roguelike. - 3) Monster Hunter Wilds - February 28, 2025, new entry in the monster-slaying genre. - 2) DOOM: The Dark Ages - 2025, prequel exploring the origins of the Doom Slayer. - 1) Sid Meier’s Civilization VII - February 11, 2025, return of the 4X strategy game.

AppWizard

December 5, 2024

Caves of Qud review

Caves of Qud is a science-fantasy RPG developed by Freehold Games and published by Kitfox Games, priced at £25. The game features a top-down, turn-based format with text and simple graphics, making it accessible on lower-end systems. Players can customize their characters from various archetypes, including humans and mutants, and can tailor gameplay through save points and combat frequency adjustments. The world map remains consistent, but local areas are randomized, incorporating the history of past rulers. The main storyline can be completed in about 15 hours, while mastering the game may take hundreds of hours. The setting is inspired by high-concept science-fantasy aesthetics and includes remnants of an advanced civilization. Players encounter various creatures and challenges, with a narrative enriched by quirky characters and imaginative prose. Character customization is extensive, allowing players to embody different types, and the game features random generation for unique experiences. The interface is modern, though newcomers may face a steep learning curve, and modding capabilities enhance personalization and expansion.

AppWizard

November 21, 2024

Avowed is a jack-of-all-trades action RPG with a rare attention for the little details

Obsidian Entertainment is developing the fantasy RPG Avowed, which is not an expansive open-world game like Skyrim. The game features firearms, diverging from traditional fantasy tropes. Director Carrie Patel highlights the series' blend of political intrigue with philosophical and metaphysical elements. The game aims for a scope similar to The Outer Worlds while focusing on expansive role-playing and action-heavy combat. Players can purchase firearms and use a classless system to combine melee and magic, which is uncommon in RPGs. Combat includes a responsive dodge mechanic and a stun meter for special attacks, with a balance between agility and weight. The game encourages exploration with climbable surfaces and hidden rewards, and player agency is emphasized. Avowed includes tutorials and customizable user interface controls. While the gameplay is engaging, some elements feel artificial, and the writing may not resonate as deeply as other titles.