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An RPG rundown; recommendations and reviews of the best role-playing games on the market.

Who Says There's Not Enough Room? The Exploding Wizard Subclass
Rollo readied his fireball. He didn’t care that he was in room that was just a 20-feet cube or that several party members were within range; he would just put each in a bubble that would shield them from the bulk of the flames. He just wanted to show the trolls who was boss. He let loose with the spell after giving his party mates minimal damage. He flipped a mental switch to up the flames, and he felt some of the burn himself. THE TROLLS WERE INCINERATED! However, the cleric and paladin gave him an icy glare; he would yet again be paying to have the party healed….
By Jamais Jochim2 months ago in Gamers
LET'S GET READY TO RUMBLE: Wrestling Wizard Subclass
Rothaar saw the orc rush the party. So he rushed the orc. Summoning his inner fire, he cloaked himself in a fiery sheath. He then reached down into his primal fury and raged fiery hot. He flung himself at the muscular humanoid, putting it into a chokehold. He grappled the orc to the ground and held it there until it was a burning corpse. He looked around for a moment, then smiled: He had found another target.
By Jamais Jochim2 months ago in Gamers
Diablo 4 Season 11 Wing Slash Paladin Is Insane
Season 11 gave Paladins a pretty dramatic shake-up, especially if you were using Wing Slash while leveling. Once you unlock the Arbiter Form through the level 15 Disciple Oath quest, the skill evolves into Wing Strikes, and the difference is night and day. Instead of just dashing around with Advance, you're gliding with wings, landing into radiant explosions that clear packs almost instantly. It feels fast, flashy, and very fluid — a lot of players compare the vibe to going full "Super Saiyan," just flying through mobs while everything pops around you.
By fuhd2 months ago in Gamers
Gaming is Lonely Sometimes
(Intro) Video games can be an exhilarating and collaborative experience for many. Whether it’s fighting a raid boss in an MMO, or working together as a team in an FPS to capture the final objective and win the game, as the rise of online games have grown within the last decade, so too has the desire to be around other players and be social with one another. It’s almost become a necessity for many games to have open worlds or hub areas where players can simply hang out, interact and get to know one another. And as amazing as those experiences can be, sometimes, even when you’re surrounded by like-minded people all working towards a similar goal, it can feel… lonely. Which feels like an odd statement to make, but I would imagine it’s a very similar feeling to being at a party or family gathering and just feeling alone. You try to socialize and be a part of the group, but it’s more comfortable to sit on the sidelines and watch things from afar. Maybe there isn’t anyone around your age, maybe you just are unfamiliar with your extended family because there are so many of them, these feelings can really be for any reason. I could just be projecting a lot of my own personal insecurities right now, but sometimes, even in games where there are players as far as the eye can see, gaming can feel lonely. At least, to me.
By Jirasu2 months ago in Gamers
Why World of Warcraft on Console Suddenly Makes Sense
It’s been a long time since people were able to play WoW on a controller using third-party software, and lately it’s become especially popular on handheld devices like the Steam Deck. Despite that, there is still no official controller support for WoW. Especially last year, many people have speculated that ability pruning and general simplification are actually preparation for WoW eventually moving to consoles. The recent addition of a one button rotation only added fuel to that discussion. For most players who would use it, it wouldn’t really make a difference in performance anyway, since it’s clearly not aimed at endgame players.
By josip2 months ago in Gamers
Behind Every Game Are People
Today, everyone wants to express their opinion. And while it shouldn’t be questionable that everyone should have the freedom to express their thoughts, I can’t help but wonder: are people mistaking opinions for hatred and bluntness? This goes a long way for gamers and game developers alike.
By josip2 months ago in Gamers
Why Rayo Vallecano demonstrated their superiority
Why Rayo Vallecano demonstrated their superiority When football fans hear the name Real Madrid, they immediately picture power, victories, and superstars on a global scale. When they hear Rayo Vallecano, they think of a small, hardworking club from the heart of Madrid, fighting season after season to survive among Spain’s elite.
By Farida Kabir2 months ago in Gamers
Was Tarkov’s Full Release Rushed?
(Intro) Tarkov has existed for a long time. Over eight years' worth of work, adding content to the game with a final dash towards the end to make it what BSG has called, feature complete. And while most of us are glad we got to see the game get to the end, it also had me thinking about the circumstances that led to this point. We know BSG wanted to add more; be ambitious and really try to put Tarkov in a place where it can feel like a forever game. But even after all this time, does Tarkov feel like a rushed game, at least the launch of 1.0? I know it’s a crazy question to even ask considering how long it’s been. But think about it for a moment; at the very least the final stretch felt like it was coming together rather quickly. Obviously, they can’t keep working on the game forever; they don’t have infinite money and even if they did, they most likely want to work on something different. But plans must’ve changed internally multiple times over even just the last year for it to have played out the way it ultimately did. What drove them to release 1.0 when they did? How has it panned out in general? And can we technically call the release of it, rushed?
By Jirasu2 months ago in Gamers
When Is a Move Final?
The Commitment Problem in Modern Chess Modern chess operates under a fractured commitment model that no longer aligns with how players think, how turns function in most games, or how chess itself is actually played across physical and digital formats. At the heart of the problem is that chess treats physical contact with a piece as binding commitment while simultaneously relying on a separate explicit action to end a player’s turn. This creates a logical contradiction: a move becomes final before the turn is over. In most turn-based games, interaction with game components is provisional until the player explicitly signals the end of their turn. Chess is an anomaly in this respect, and the inconsistency becomes increasingly visible in modern play.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast2 months ago in Gamers
The Hood: A Rural Vigilante Character Concept
"Are you sure it's a good idea going this way?" Bertrand hissed, nervously stroking his index finger along the side of his crossbow.
By Neal Litherland3 months ago in Gamers
What is Tarkov Still Missing?
(Intro) Even though we are over two months into the full release of Tarkov, the game isn’t one hundred percent in the eyes of BSG. There is still plenty they want to add, change and improve upon which for a game that was and still technically is in development, it’s an interesting question to ask. In their eyes, the main story was the final piece missing from Tarkov to officially stamp it as 1.0. But even with that past us now, there is plenty that can be done to the game that will only improve it going forward and make existing players happy. Which had me thinking recently, now that the main meat of the game has been added, where else can BSG improve Tarkov to just make it a more enjoyable experience. What else can be added or changed in the game that will be seen as a net positive for a majority of the player base?
By Jirasu3 months ago in Gamers
World of Warcraft: Midnight Prepatch Day 1
Yesterday was the first prepatch day, and I went online to see how many changes from beta made it to retail. I knew that demolishing my addons was going to happen, but it still exceeded my expectations, and not in a good way.
By josip3 months ago in Gamers