Rpg Fan's Random Encounter

On this episode of Random Encounter, we bring on a couple of RPGFan staff to discuss ethnic diversity and representation in games, and what that's meant to them over the years. It's a tough topic to discuss, cause it's big. In the spirit of this discussion, alongside some research, Greg is finally getting into a pair of neat games by POC developers, Aurion: Legacy of the Kori-Odan, and Treachery in Beatdown City. And of course, we can't ignore the latest news from Nintendo or the Sony State of Play announcements! This episode had some great discussion, and we hope we handled the subject matter well. Enjoy the listen!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, Neal Chandran, Dom Kim; Edited by Greg DelmageGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Crowdfunding Chronicles: BROK the InvestiGatorCrowdfunding Chronicles: The Sky Left UsCrowdfunding Chronicles: Beacon PinesThe Glitch in Transistor’s SystemDon’t

On this episode of Random Encounter, a whole new set of voices join our hosts to discuss the rest of the Best of the Year 2020 feature! Some new staff and special guests get into the various categories and the games that set themselves apart, as well as their individual recommendations that stole their hearts. Come listen to the second part of our big end of year bonanza!Disclaimer: There was a minor issue with some of this episode's audio, which we apologize for. Thanks for your patience with the technical difficulty.Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, Abraham Kobylanski, Wes Iliff, Audra Bowling, Eric Irving, Robert "Hat" Hatfield; Edited by Greg DelmageGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:RPGFan Games of the Year 2020: Overall AwardsRPGFan Games of the Year 2020: Editors’ AwardsFinal Fantasy VII Remake13 Sentinels: Aegis RimHadesKentucky Route ZeroSakuna: Of Rice and RuinGenshin ImpactTal

On this episode of Random Encounter, we look back at the best of 2020 in conjunction with the written feature of the same theme! The panel largely discusses the big contenders: Final Fantasy VII Remake, Hades and 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim. But we suitably go off on our own loves from the past year as well. Give a listen and see what's hot with the RPGFan.com crew!Get in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:RPGFan Games of the Year 2020: Overall AwardsRPGFan Games of the Year 2020: Editors’ AwardsFinal Fantasy VII Remake13 Sentinels: Aegis RimHades

On this episode of Random Encounter, Greg and Jono are stalling for time! We kid. Greg's been playing the newly launched Ocean's Heart, having a great time adventuring in this Legend of Zelda-like, which inspires some chat of the magic of the Zelda series! As for Jono, he's been playing a game... or has he? There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension has grabbed his attention, and he's been enjoying unpacking whatever it is! A fun question and idle chit chat as per usual, on this episode!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan; Edited by Greg DelmageGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Ocean's HeartFinding Family in a Sea of Stars: Rogue Galaxy’s Greatest TreasureRPGFan Music of the Year 2020Monster Hunter Rise: Demo PreviewPersona 5 Strikers PreviewFinal Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers – Patch 5.4 ReviewTorchlight III ReviewMother 3 ReviewNeversong ReviewKentucky Route Zero: TV Edition ReviewAutumn’s Journey

On this episode of Random Encounter, we break into 2021! We've got a few panelists chatting about some of their favourite releases of last year. Alana's been trying to catch up with some popular hits and dove into the bizarre world of Paradies Killer, finding it the ideal murder mystery to listen to while studying. Neal revealed the indie action RPG Luminous Plume and we get into some thoughts on where this one could go. Then there's the Collection of SaGa: Final Fantasy Legend that Zach's been plugging away at for the site, which are definitely dated, but it's a neat package to get into and test your nostalgia with. Finally, we ask this group just what it is they're most looking forward from the RPG genre in 2021. The usual side-chat and more for your listening pleasure!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, Neal Chandran, Alana Hagues, Zach Wilkerson; Edited by Brian IngemansonThis Episode's Related Links:Paradise KillerLuminous PlumeCollection of SaGaCrowdfunding Chronicles: Vesper: Ether SagaSo you want to

On this episode of Random Encounter, Jono has braved the wastes ofAppalachia in Fallout 76 and, well, it's not as bad as it once was. Despite not expecting to get into it so soon, Greg has been playing Cyberpunk 2077, and so has Tooker, so they have some thoughts to chat out on this incredibly contentious release. A fun question from our guest panelist and chatter rounds out the episode, so enjoy!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, John "Tooker" Tucker; Edited by Greg DelmageGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Fallout 76Cyberpunk 2077RPGFan Games of the Year 2020: Readers’ Choice VotingRPGFan’s 30 Most Anticipated Games of 2021MinoriaLuminous PlumePeriod: Cube ~Shackles of Amadeus~The Falconeer

On this episode of Random Encounter, it's just Greg and Jono talkin' about some games of (relative) yore! Greg wrapped up on the stellar Horizon Zero Dawn and shares his final thoughts. This means Greg has time for Chrono Cross, for better or worse! Feeling the bug for Cyberpunk 2077, Jono decided to fill the void with Fallout 4 and many, many, mods that sound awesome! Of course, we can't ignore that reviews are out on Cyberpunk 2077 and it's... all over the place. All this and a listener email, so come have a listen!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan; Edited by Greg DelmageGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Horizon Zero DawnChrono CrossFallout 4Cyberpunk 2077

On this episode of Random Encounter, Greg and Quinton discuss their adventures in the latest Pokemon Sword and Shield DLC, The Crown Tundra, which has proven to be a solid addition to the game. Jono had a storied experience with Yakuza: Like a Dragon, but has completed this gem that you oughta' play! The PlayStation 5 and X Box Series X have hit the streets, so what does the team think of them? What will they get? Lastly, happy belated N7 day! Mass Effect is finally coming back, remastered and likely better than ever, so we're pretty excited for that! All this, and more, on the episode!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, Quinton O'Connor; Edited by Brian IngemansonGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Yakuza: Like a DragonPokémon Sword & Shield: The Crown TundraMass Effect: Legendary EditionFlashback Friday: An Adventure through a Tower of Doom in the ArcadeWe Saved the World… Now What? E

On this episode of Random Encounter, Greg continues his clicking in Torchlight III but seems ready to wrap it up. He has also been trudging through The Crown Tundra with his pokémon a bit, but has much more to do there. Caitlin was eagerly awaiting Trails of Cold Steel IV, but has been left wanting a bit. What has blown her away is her time with Genshin Impact! Finally, Yakuza: Like a Dragon has really put the Tojo Clan into crises as Jono will happily explain! A bit o' side chat and more, so have a listen!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, Caitlin Argyros; Edited by Brian IngemansonGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Torchlight IIIPokémon Sword & Shield: The Crown TundraGenshin ImpactThe Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel IVYakuza: Like a Dragon

On this episode of Random Encounter, we're on video!That's right, you can see the faces (if you want) of some of your RPGFan podcast hosts on this special 200th episode!We take a look back at the episode that started it all with Rob Steinman and the crew, while still talking about the stuff we've been playing lately! Mike's been loving 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim when he's not playing Retro Encounter games, and we take a nice little detour with all that. Jono finally pried himself from Spelunky 2 long enough to try out Streets Of Kamurocho, a fun RPG-adjacent offering from SEGA. As for Greg, Torchlight III has been occupying his time. We take a look at the games discussed 10 years prior and then dive into the same topic Rob first posed: what do we all think about RPG elements creeping into other genres? All this, and a lot more, for you to listen to!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, Mike Sollosi; Edited by Greg DelmageGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFa

On this episode of Random Encounter, well, a few things happened! Greg's pretty excited about his time with the recently released Star Renegades, so here's hoping you are too! Quinton's a newcomer to Random and brings in his experience with P5 Royal, and we all share thoughts on problematic elements in games that don't always age well. Aside from asides, Jono's only delved into some off-brand games, but they're good ones worth hearing about! Finally, some RPG-adjacent Smash news that's pretty neat, so why not talk a bit about that? Come check out the conversation!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, Quinton O'Connor; Edited by Brian IngemansonGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Star RenegadesPersona 5 Royal ReviewFlashback Friday 5: PlayStationBeyond the Sunset: Skies of Arcadia’s Endless Optimism 20 Years OnDefending Champions: The Best RPGs of Every Year Since Dragon Quest (1987–1999)Defen

On this episode of Random Encounter, we talk about the news from both Microsoft and Sony, as well as our hype for FFXVI's reveal! Greg chats about his adventures in Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicles Remaster and if it's worth getting into! Pete made a case to cover Crusader Kings III for the site, and are we glad he did cause the stories are wild! Getting Jono back into The Outer Wilds for Peril on Gorgon was an easy task, and he's glad this new adventure seems to hold up! Finally, Nathan and I are both excited for more farming with Rune Factory 5 getting some more coverage recently and can't wait for it to release! Idle chit-chat is at its minimum, but come listen to us anyway!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, Nathan Lee, Pete Leavitt; Edited by Greg DelmageGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Final Fantasy XVI RevealRune Factory 5 Brings The Beloved Series Back in 2021Crowdfunding Chroni

On this episode of Random Encounter, the panelists assemble to talk music! Yes, Rhythm Encounter is back and we're here to share in some of the love! Greg, Jono, and Mike have picked 3 albums from there "to listen" lists and are here to share their thoughts and a few of their choice tracks! Stay a while, and listen!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, Mike Salbato; Edited by Micah CoatesGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:The Celtic Link: Themes from "The Legend of Zelda"Beer SQOCTOPATH TRAVELER Break, Boost and Beyond Live!

On this episode of Random Encounter, Hilary needs you to know that Iron Danger is great and you should probably play it! After the Nintendo Indie showcase, Raji: An Ancient Epic caught Hilary's attention and she dishes on her experience so far! Rogue Legacy 2 has opened its Early Access phase and is so far shaping up to match its predecessor. Jo has been adventuring in Suikoden II and is a true Star of Destiny themselves. If the hype of Suikoden isn't enough, we're all stoked for Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes! Lastly, the pending release of Yakuza: Like a Dragon has Jono on the edge of his seat and willing to fight Jo, or any others, to review it! Episode 200 is coming, so give us your suggestions for what you want to hear on it!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, Hilary Andreff, Jo Padilla; Edited by Brian IngemansonGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom

On this episode of Random Encounter we find out about Mario's latest RPG adventure, Paper Mario: The Origami King from Tooker. Necrobarista spins a beautiful yarn and looks great doing it, and Zach lets us know all his feels. Greg's been island-hopping in Summer in Mara, loving the simple adventure for the escape it is! Lastly, Jono wanted Greg's take on Murder by Numbers!Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, John "Tooker" Tucker, Zach Wilkerson; Edited by Brian IngemansonGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom

On this episode of Random Encounter we talk about how Pokemon Sword & Shield's DLC Isle of Armor brings some new elements to the title for Peter and Gwen to dish about! Tooker adventured in the depths of Minecraft Dungeons, which Gwen recently got for her birthday and has been playing with her dad. Nintendo Directs aren't just for Nintendo anymore! Are other companies using them effectively during this con. season hiatus?Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, John "Tooker" Tucker, Peter Triezenberg, Gwen; Edited by Micah CoatesGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Review - Pokemon Sword & Shield: The Isle of ArmorReview - Minecraft DungeonsRPGFan.com Under MaintenanceCrowdfunding Chronicles - Arcadia FallenReview - Operencia: The Stolen SunReview - Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon 2Review - Arc of AlchemistPreview - Monster CrownMusic Review - Parallelus

On this episode of Random Encounter: Jono jumped back to the 90s to solve puzzles and crimes in Murder By Numbers! Greg finally adventured in Link's Awakening playing the Switch remake! CrossCode got ported to the Switch, but according to Jono it didn't make the transition smoothly... A few listener emails get peppered throughout the episode And just general chitchat, like we do! Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan; Edited by Greg DelmageGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Crowdfunding Chronicles: WhateverlandCrowdfunding Chronicles: Corven - Path of RedemptionBrigandine: The Legend of Runersia Interview with Producer and Game Designer Kazuhiro IgarashiTo The Top: Virginia and DisunitySo you want to get into The Trails Series...So You Want to Get Into YsSo you want to Start An Atelier...If Found...Pokémon Sword & Shield: The Isle of ArmorBrigandine: The Legend of RunersiaThe Outer Worlds

On this episode of Random Encounter: Staff members sat down for a special Pride Month episode all about queerness and RPGs! Topics include the community, our first encounters with LGBTQ+ media, and which games we feel represent us well... and maybe not so well! Games covered include Timespinner, Persona 2, If Found..., and more. Featuring: Jo Padilla, Alana Hagues, Caitlin Argyros, Leona McCallumGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Timespinner ReviewIf Found... ReviewShin Megami Tensei: Persona 2 Innocent Sin (PSP) ReviewPersona 2: Eternal Punishment (PSone) Review

On this episode of Random Encounter: Everyone weighs in on their fave bits from the PS5 reveal event! The Outer Worlds has hit the Switch in Tooker's hot hands, but does it hold up? Jono wants to know! With the return of Xenoblade Chronicles, Steph has made room in her schedule for some necessary Reyn Time! Patrick commandeers the podcast for SaGa talk, and really, no one is disappointed! Maneater is an RPG about a shark. What's not to love? Neal gives us the best bites from this open-water RPG! Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, Steph Sybydlo, Patrick Gann, John Tucker, Neal ChandranGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Black Lives MatterCrowdfunding Chronicles: Weaving TidesCrowdfunding Chronicles: Black BookCrowdfunding Chronicles: Externus — Path of the SolariOgre Battle 64 Challenges the Notion of a "Person of Lordly Caliber"Great Games to Play While You're Still at HomeHero Must Die. A

On this episode of Random Encounter: We got news on Paper Mario: The Origami King and our bodies are ready to be folded into this new adventure! Bug Fables definitely takes some notes from Paper Mario, as Alana elucidates for us! What's an episode without Yakuza? Well, another episode, but Jono has gone back to Yakuza 0 to refresh his memories! Greg got gacha'd by Final Fantasy Brave Exvius: War of the Visions! Featuring: Greg Delmage, Jono Logan, Alana HaguesGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Black Lives Matter - Check this out to find ways to lend supportBlack Game DevelopersAurion: Legacy of the Kori-OdanSweetxheartTreachery in Beatdown CityShe Dreams ElsewhereCryamoreCliqueOne Man Left StudiosXalavier Nelson Jr.Brass Lion EntertainmentPelvic Gaming with Lady PelvicGeakZoe Amira FundraiserBug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling