A special edition of the Tetracast recorded in Los Angeles at Summer Games Fest 2026. Adam, Alex, James, and Josh analyse the RPG announcements and reveals from the show, and discuss the overall vibe at the event.

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In this episode, a smaller crew touches base on all announcements from Summer Game Fest 2026 so far, including Final Fantasy VII Revelation, Monster Hunter Wilds Ascendance, Stellar Blade: Blood Rain, Guild Wars 3, and much more!

Timestamps

• 0:00 - Introduction
• 7:40 - Final Fantasy VII Revelation announced, Spring 2027 release
• 42:42 - Article Shoutouts: Hitoshi Sakimoto interview and Ace Combat 8 feature
• 46:51 - Gothic 1 Remake initial look in
• 59:47 - Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance announced for 2027 release
• 1:11:50 - Stellar Blade: Blood Rain announced
• 1:17:49 - Guild Wars 3 announced for PS5 and PC, beta set for Fall 2027
• 1:26:24 - RuneScape: Dragonwilds launches September 15
• 1:29:05 - Gravity announces Ragnarok Project for PC and Console
• 1:32:52 - Attack on Titan 3 announced for PS5, Xbox, Switch 2, and PC
• 1:34:25 - Trailers: Relink Endless Ragnarok showcases Fediel, Sea of Remnants, Threads of Time, Steins;Gate Re:Boot Gamma Worldline
• 1:40:37 - Control Resonant release date confirmed for September 24, new trailers
• 1:42:33 - Trailers: Star Wars Zero Company, The Blood of Dawnwalker, Aion 2, Demonschool
• 1:52:30 - Release Dates: Citizen Sleeper on Switch, Elden Ring Tarnished Edition, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Stranger Than Heaven
• 2:02:45 - Wrap-up and sign-off

In this episode, we review Mina the Hollower, 007 First Light, and Utawarerumono Past and Present Rediscovered. We also discuss new Dragon Quest and other announcements ahead of Summer Game Fest.

Timestamps

• 0:00 - Introduction
• 1:57 - Mina the Hollower
• 36:36 - 007 First Light
• 59:54 - Utawarerumono Past and Present Rediscovered
• 1:18:01 - Zero Parades follow up
• 1:32:28 - Article shout-outs: Bitsummit 2026 round-up, Utawarerumono interview
• 1:36:22 - Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate has been renamed to Dragon Quest XII: Beyond Dreams
• 1:45:10 - Dragon Quest Monsters The Withered World announced for Switch 2, PS5, Xbox, Switch, and Steam
• 1:50:35 - Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition launches for Switch 2 on September 24
• 1:52:28 - The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Songs of the Past expansion announced for 2027 release
• 1:57:47 - Steam Deck price increase
• 2:03:04 - Indie RPG announcements: Gravastar, Runesmith, Full Circle
• 2:05:49 - Granblue Fantasy: Relink Endless Ragnarok showcases Fraux
• 2:13:11 - Embers of the Uncrowned showcases new class trailers, demo launching on Steam
• 2:14:59 - Gothic 1 Remake's new Making Of video goes over the combat system
• 2:17:24 - Anima: Song From The Abyss from Anima Project launches 2027 for PS5, Xbox, and PC
• 2:18:25 - Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era has sold over 1 million copies on Steam, early access roadmap revealed
• 2:19:39 - 2009 Japanese flip phone SRPG Namco Chronicle gets a G-Mode Archives port for Switch and PC Steam on May 28
• 2:20:57 - Release Dates: Skyship Quest Story, Veritas Tales: Witch of the Dark Castle, Nighthawks, Steins;Gate Re:Boot, Viractal, Fable
• 2:28:16 - Wrap-up and sign-off

In this episode, we share first impressions of Zero Parades: For Dead Spies and the Prologue Demo for The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, while looking forward to Summer announcement season.

Timestamps

• 0:00 - Introduction
• 3:52 - Zero Parades: For Dead Spies
• 22:53 - The Adventures of Elliot: The Millenium Tales - Prologue Demo
• 41:13 - Ace Combat 4, Ace Combat 5, Ace Combat 0
• 1:01:27 - Article Shout-out: Zero Parades Review, Adventures of Elliot Preview/Interview, Tales of Arise Switch 2 impressions, Kena: Bridge of Spirits Interview, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Preview/Interview, Supergiant Games Interview, Final Fantasy VII Walkthrough
• 1:10:23 - NovaFlare reveals Project Rabbit as a new Action RPG coming to PC via Steam
• 1:11:38 - Warhorse Studios is working on an open world Middle-earth RPG and a new Kingdom Come adventure (Fellowship Games split)
• 1:25:17 - Destiny 2 to receive its final content update
• 1:37:12 - Sony Interactive Entertainment to no longer release single-player games on PC
• 1:45:52 - State of Play set for June 2 featuring over an hour of updates
• 1:56:39 - Steam Store Tags Update
• 2:06:22 - RPG Maker U2U revealed as the title of the software series' latest entry
• 2:08:05 - Demonschool free update adds new game plus mode, new character lines, text log, mouse-only controls, and more
• 2:08:57 - Upcoming Dates: Level-5 Inazuma Eleven stream, Clockfall, Fatekeeper, W40K DLC, Outward 2, Exstetra remaster, Wandering Sword
• 2:17:14 - Wrap-up and sign-off
• 2:18:30 - Day One Update required for Gothic 1 Remake (tangent)
• 2:24:05 - Wrap-up and sign-off (for real)

In this episode, we review Starbites, share impressions of Esoteric Ebb, and discuss the news of the week.

Timestamps

• 0:00 - Introduction
• 1:56 - Starbites
• 37:35 - Esoteric Ebb
• 59:47 - Steam Controller impressions
• 1:09:49 - Article shout-outs: Mina the Hollower interview, PlayStation 5 Pro evergreen feature
• 1:23:16 - The Legend of Zelda date change
• 1:25:22 - Granblue Fantasy: Relink Endless Ragnarok reveals Fraux and Fediel as playable characters, summons, and more
• 1:31:41 - Zero Parades: For Dead Spies showcase reveals new gameplay, music video, and more
• 1:33:08 - Demon Kill Demon ~Yomi 1984~ 3rd Trailer published, demo coming to Japan on May 21
• 1:34:40 - Story-driven turn-based RPG Echoes of the Flame announced for PC Steam
• 1:37:38 - Quick updates: Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter, Blades of Fire, Stellar Blade
• 1:39:57 - Sales updates: Windrose reaches 2 million copies, Digimon: Cyber Sleuth reaches 3 million copies
• 1:41:00 - New JP indie games: Immortal Wayfarer, Starshard Brigands
• 1:43:17 - Wrap-up and sign-off

In this episode, we review new expansions to Diablo IV, Starfield, and Super Robot Wars Y. We also take a look at Magical Princess, and discuss news of the week.

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Timestamps

• 0:00 - Introduction (and Steam Controller anecdotes)
• 7:48 - Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred
• 32:46 - Magical Princess
• 48:50 - Super Robot Wars Y expansion
• 1:08:45 - Starfield: Terran Armada expansion
• 1:16:39 - Article shout-outs: Crimson Desert Review, Square Enix Magic, Memories and Melodies concert
• 1:23:12 - Nintendo Switch price increases
• 1:26:16 - Stranger Than Heaven launches this winter, new characters and combat details revealed
• 1:39:49 - Mina the Hollower launches May 29 for all platforms, priced at $19.99
• 1:41:26 - Atari, Drecom, and Wizardry license weirdness
• 1:45:29 - Archetype Entertainment shares gameplay for Exodus showcasing conversations, stealth, and explorable locales
• 1:47:48 - Edge of Memories shows combat, exploration, and progression in new gameplay overview trailer
• 1:53:13 - Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Endless Ragnarok introduces Maglielle and Gallanza in new character trailers
• 1:56:17 - The Legend of Heroes: Trails from Zero and Trails to Azure are coming to PS5 and Switch 2 in Fall 2026
• 1:59:56 - Sales updates: Pragmata has sold over 2 million, Pokemon Legends Z-A at 12.8 million, Pokemon Leaf Green and Fire Red at 4 million, Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era at 650K
• 2:02:26 - Release dates: Lumentales - May 26, Steins;Gate Re:Boot - August 20, Gothic III Classic - November 24
• 2:05:47 - Dragon Quest Day tease
• 2:09:03 - Wrap-up and sign-off

In this episode, we review Neverness to Everness & Saros, James is back from FFXIV Fan Fest, and discuss RPG news going into May.

Timestamps

• 0:00 - Introduction
• 2:35 - James at Final Fantasy XIV Fan Fest
• 29:33 - Neverness to Everness
• 1:10:29 - Saros
• 1:25:00 - Article shout-out: Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era Steam Deck Early Access Impressions, Recommended Settings, & Multiplayer
• 1:31:09 - Article shout-out: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth interview and demo
• 1:41:42 - Article shout-outs: Caves of Qud Interview, Honkai Star Rail Interview
• 1:52:30 - The Blood of Dawnwalker launches September 3 for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC
• 1:58:24 - French RPG developer Spiders shut down
• 2:08:44 - Tales of Eternia Remastered rated in Europe
• 2:26:08 - Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition rated for Switch 2 in Taiwan
• 2:31:12 - Zero Parades: For Dead Spies introduces the 'Whole Sick Crew' in new character trailer
• 2:33:50 - The Outer Worlds is being delisted on May 27 for PC platforms, new upgrade options announced
• 2:35:42 - Sales updates: Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era hits 250K, Magical Princess hits 100K, Windrose reaches 1.5 million
• 2:38:47 - Xenosaga: Pied Piper launches April 30 for Steam and Nintendo Switch in Japan
• 2:44:42 - Turn-based indie pixel-art RPG Quartet is coming to Nintendo Switch on May 12
• 2:45:38 - Guild Wars Reforged launches this summer for iOS and Android
• 2:48:58 - Wrap-up and sign-off

In this episode, we review Vampire Crawlers & Dragon Quest Smash/Grow, dive into the announcement of Final Fantasy XIV: Evercold, and discuss news out of Indie Live Expo.

Timestamps

• 0:00 - Introduction
• 2:06 - Vampire Crawlers
• 38:03 - Dragon Quest Smash/Grow
• 1:06:17 - Article Shout-outs: Ys Memoire: Revelations in Celceta Review, Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred Review-in-Progress
• 1:13:21 - Article Shout-outs: The Expanse: Osiris Reborn preview/interview, Assassin’s Creed Shadows Interview
• 1:16:58 - Final Fantasy XIV's next expansion is Evercold, launching January 2027
• 1:43:56 - Global version of MMORPG Aion 2 set to release in 2026 for PC via Steam
• 1:50:30 - Nexon announces dark fantasy MMORPG Embers of the Uncrowned, set to release for PC via Steam
• 1:56:25 - Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 announced for 2027 release on PS5, Xbox Series, and PC Steam
• 1:59:15 - 2013 PSVita & 3DS RPG Exstetra gets a remaster for PC via Steam with English localization this Summer
• 2:01:27 - Neptunia Unlimited confirmed the return of the Sisters along with more gameplay details
• 2:04:47 - Indie Live Expo: Crymelight, .45 Parabellum Bloodhound, Stardust: Wish of Witch, Veritas Tales, Warota: I Live Next to The Demon King's Castle LOL
• 2:23:35 - Brigandine Abyss launches on August 26 for PC and August 27 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2
• 2:25:28 - A new Nioh 3 update will add multiple high-difficulty Battle Scrolls and more on April 27
• 2:26:24 - SaGa Frontier Remastered, Romancing SaGa 3, 2, and Scarlet Grace Ambitions are now available on GOG
• 2:26:50 - Sales updates: Pragmata sells 1 million, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 sells 8 million, Windrose sells 1 million
• 2:32:12 - Disgaea Mayhem launches on July 23, Road to Launch Event stream for The Blood of Dawnwalker set to air on April 28
• 2:34:21 - Wrap-up and sign-off

In this episode, Hayes reviews Pragmata, Bryan checks out Gothic, and Josh dives into Mongil: Star Dive. We also chime in on the latest RPG news, such as surprise new ports for Xenosaga: Pied Piper and Wild Arms 4.

Timestamps

• 0:00 - Introduction
• 1:06 - Pragmata
• 47:02 - Gothic
• 1:08:02 - Mongil: Star Dive
• 1:41:40 - Dosa Divas
• 1:53:06 - Article Shoutout: Hades II on PlayStation and Xbox
• 1:55:16 - Bloodborne R-rated animated movie adaptation by Sony Pictures
• 1:57:33 - G-Mode to port Bandai Namco's Xenosaga: Pied Piper and Namco Chronicle to Nintendo Switch and PC Steam
• 2:00:35 - Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.5 - Trail to the Heavens trailer showcased ahead of Part 1 launching April 28
• 2:14:51 - Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter launches on September 17 worldwide
• 2:20:07 - Galaxies Showcase (and related) trailers: Kitaria Fables 2, Echoes of Aincrad, Second Stone, Farever, Shadow of the Road
• 2:26:20 - Owlcat Games reveals new companions for Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy and Rogue Trader
• 2:27:20 - The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales details the Age of Magic, weapons enhancements, and Faie's Magic Lessons
• 2:29:51 - Quick updates: Crimson Desert, Memolith: Forsaken by Light, Dragon Quest Smash/Grow, Wild Arms 4
• 2:36:00 - Wrap-up and sign-off

In this episode, Chao takes a look at The Weeping Swan, Bryan & Mikhail (try to) check out Starfield's new Terran Armada DLC, and we discuss the news out of the Level-5 and Triple-i showcases.

Timestamps

• 0:00 - Introduction
• 1:55 - The Weeping Swan
• 33:22 - Starfield: Free Lanes and Terran Armada
• 53:06 - Crimson Desert continuing thoughts and updates
• 1:06:00 - PAX East previews: Grave Seasons, Briganding Abyss, Disgaea Mayhem, Aniimo
• 1:18:22 - Mongil: Star Dive tangent
• 1:23:23 - Level-5 Vision 2026 “Craftsmanship” stream: Snack World Reloaded, Fantasy Life i, Inazuma Eleven Re, genAI
• 1:39:58 - Triple-i Showcase: Prove You’re Human, Belmont’s Curse, Alabaster Dawn, Neverway, Vigor Mortis, Windrose
• 1:45:44 - Dates: Pillars of Eternity turn-based mode, Asterfel playtest, Fuga: Melodies of Steel on mobile
• 1:47:14 - Wrap-up and sign-off