Kingdom Come: Deliverance II – A Sequel Worthy of a Knight
KCD II delivers a living, breathing medieval roleplaying game to its players. #RPG, #kingdomcome, #openworld
Reviewing Elden Ring amidst Elden Ring Nightreign hype
Elden Ring Nightreign is coming soon, so now might be a great time to take a another look at Elden …
The open world may have a design paradox
What is an open world? The discussion in this article may lead to a design dilemma: freedom and difficulty of …
How do you want to do this? – A look into the therapeutic uses of role-playing games
Can playing RPGs contribute positively to your wellbeing? A recent study aims to find out how RPGs are being used …
A Classic Tale Unfolds from a Twenty-Year Console – Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Review
In an age filled with remasters and rehashing old ideas, Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door still feels fresh. Whether you’re …
Toca Boca World – A Whole New Level of Dollhouse
Bringing the magic of pretend play into the #digital age, #TocaBocaWorld creates a kid-centered universe where imagination is the only …
Why should anyone pick up an old game like Skyrim in 2024?
Skyrim was originally released in 2011, but the Special Edition elevates the #OpenWorld #RPG to a new level. To answer …
Drawing your map to victory – A Cartographers review
A casual yet unique take on role-playing boardgame of an uncharted territory.
Moving From Gratuitous Violence To Diplomacy
Could games be used as systems for a more ethical narrative instead of always opting for violence?
Trading Mostly Bullets – A Review of Warhammer 40 000: Rogue Trader
Turn-based combat in a grim, sci-fi future where genocide has become second nature.
“The wonder is not that the field of stars is so vast, but that we have measured it”: Review of Starfield
Bethesda’s most ambitious RPG to date, Starfield leaves you either cold or desperately yearning for more – no in between. …
Game with “complex role-playing stuff” left out – A review of Munchkin
Strategize your way to victory by defeating monsters and backstabbing your friends.
Thanks a lot, Tolkien: Stereotypes and Identity Construction in CRPG’s
How does identity construction work in digital games and what can we learn from it through studying character creators?
Great stuff, no strings attached – Lies of P review
Lies Of P offers a Soulslike spin on the tale of Pinocchio, combining tough-but-fair combat with grim fairytale atmosphere. For …
If you’ve got time, this game will take it – Genshin Impact
Stunning visuals, puzzles and diverse enemies with over a hundred hours' worth of quests – something for everyone
Dungeons & Tentacles: Roleplaying as a parasitic host – Baldur’s Gate 3
Shape your destiny in the world of Dungeons and Dragons, combining dynamic turn-based combat with a captivating, branching narrative to …
Highlight of “Role-Playing Games and Well-Being” by Kerttu Lehto (2021)
Impacts of role play games (RPGs) in the study of well being is undeniable.
Discovery of self through roleplay
How can RPGs and LARP help trans people to explore and develop their identity? Josephine Baird's research of self-expression, exploration …
Roadwarden – “If you go down into woods today…”
Roadwarden sets you off on a mission to northern wilderness in this visual-novel style fantasy RPG that, aside from couple …
Cross the Rubicon and become imperator in Expeditions: Rome
The third game in the Expeditions series, Expeditions: Rome offers an exciting mix of role-playing and turn-based strategic combat.
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