PreMortem.Games

APRIL 10, 2024

The creator of the ‘open world lovecraftian spacefighter RPG’ Underspace calls it a ‘vast freaky universe,’ and even that might be an understatement. This sci-fi world is not only rooted in science but goes full-on supernatural. There really aren’t a lot of fantasy-oriented space games out there”, he says.

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DameDev.tv

JANUARY 22, 2024

Whether you're a fan of heart-pounding action, deep narrative adventures, or enchanting fantasy worlds, there's something here for everyone. Final Fantasy XVI Final Fantasy XVI continues the series' legacy with its breathtaking visuals, compelling story, and innovative gameplay. Final Fantasy XVI 7.

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iHobo

JULY 12, 2023

In many respects, Final Fantasy VII and Bioshock that were mentioned in the context of the narrative motive highlight this very split: the Japanese took Wizardry and choose a form that prioritised the narrative motive for its storytelling (hence the 'animated movie cut with a game' that followed in the 1990s).

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Radiator Blog

JUNE 2, 2023

I completed the main campaign in Redfall ( official site, Steam , also on Game Pass), a 4 player co-op open world shooter by Arkane Austin, who's mostly known for detailed single player story-filled action games. There are two open world regions, Redfall Commons and Burial Point. OK you get the idea. Let's zoom out.

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Game Designing

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Both are open-world action-adventure games with fantasy elements and similar mechanics. All of this creates a more lighthearted fantasy world. It’s also important to consider that the bar for video games is being set ever higher, even for indies.

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Radiator Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Final Fantasys end with god-killing because that's what changing your life requires! Still, overall this was a very impressive achievement for just 3 indie developers. Planescape Torment's final boss fight conversation works because the god stuff is a metaphor for the protagonist's personal arc -- the final boss isn't god!

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