RPGFan'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 Lose Hope for The Legend of Zelda’s 35th Anniversary Celebration Just YetSo you want to get into The Shin Megami Tensei Series…RPGFan Games of the Year 2020: Overall AwardsWoodsaltAtelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & the Secret FairyHeaven’s VaultYs IX: Monstrum NoxCollection of SaGa Final Fantasy LegendSword of the NecromancerPersona 5 StrikersCalicoEncodyaDragonborneWerewolf: The Apocalypse – Heart of the ForestNioh 2: The First Samurai DLCProject Triangle Strategy Demo ImpressionsKing Arthur: Knight’s Tale Preview: The Dead Man Who Would Be KingThe Celtic Link: Themes From “The Legend of Zelda”

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 ImpactTales of CrestoriaFinal Fantasy XIV: ShadowbringersXenoblade Chronicles: Definitive EditionCrusader Kings IIIWintermoor Tactics ClubMoonCadence of Hyrule – Crypt of the NecroDancer Featuring the Legend of ZeldaSuper Smash Bros. Ultimate

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 ReviewTransience: A NieR Synthwave Tribute

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 get into the Neptunia Series…Blitzball: Final Fantasy X’s Unsung HeroFire Emblem: Shadow Dragon & the Blade of LightDragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive EditionMarvel’s Avengers: Taking A.I.M.Cyberpunk 2077Romancing SaGa Re;univerSeYakuza: Like a DragonGet in Touch:RPGFan.comEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancom

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? Exploring Final Fantasy X-2’s Theme of RebuildingReview: Genshin ImpactReview: OthercideReview: Café EnchantéReview: Buried StarsReview: Robotics;Notes DaSH

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: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Random Encounter Ep. 200 on YouTubeRandom Encounter Ep. 1