Category: RPG

Title: Trinity Universe
Publisher: Koei
Platform: PS3
Genre: RPG
Release Date: 7/1/2010
Overview:
Characters from two RPG powerhouses come together in a new crossover outer space fantasy universe big enough to hold two separate but intertwining original storylines. Go into the underworld as Kanata, a male demon god whose decision to refuse his destiny has dire consequences for his home. The female Valkyrie Rizelea maintains peace and harmony in the galaxy. She becomes an unlikely savior when she decides to bring peace to the Netheruniverse as well. Each anime-style saga plays out with a mix of animated dialog sequences and 3D dungeon battles where familiar characters from the Atelier and Disgaea franchises play prominent roles.

Title: Atelier Rorona: The Alchemist of Arland
Publisher: Koei
Platform: PS3
Genre: RPG
Release Date: 9/29/2010
Overview:
The series built on alchemy applies some of that alchemical magic to itself! Atelier takes a visual leap forward with a new cel-shaded animation style that gives the franchise a vibrant new life. Journey to a forgotten workshop in a kingdom made rich through the discovery of ancient relics. The once-vibrant shop sits idle. When an order from the king arrives, the shop owner leaves, putting the king’s command in the hands of her apprentice, Rorona. Embark on an RPG adventure with turn-based battles, over 30 possible endings, and gameplay that remains centered around defeating enemies and crafting items using your powers of alchemy.

Title: Dragon Age: Origins
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Platform: PS3
Genre: RPG
Release Date: 11/4/2009
Overview:
Shape your own destiny in this massive RPG that lets you craft your own story from its very beginnings. Play as a member of an ancient order that has protected the land for centuries. Betrayed during a crucial battle, you must hunt down the traitor and bring him to justice. Choose your character’s origin and experience your early days as you learn how your status and perspective shapes your world. The story of a clever commoner will focus on subtlety and wordplay. A noble background will surround you with helpful resources – and expose you to those who would take everything you have. Choose your world and see where your epic leads!

Title: White Knight Chronicles: International Edition
Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment
Platform: PS3
Genre: RPG
Release Date: 2/3/2010
Overview:
Tap the potential of an ancient power in the first PS3 action RPG that taps the full potential of online play. White Knight Chronicles: International Edition combines a thrilling RPG experience with the ability to create a remarkable community online. Begin by creating your own avatar, then journey through a compelling single-player storyline. Transform into the legendary (and gigantic!) White Knight during battle and wreck entire troops of soldiers. The experience continues online with real-time quests where you’re joined by up to four other players. Communicate with voice chat, live talk, photos of your journey, and your own game blog, and host friends in your own custom-built online village.

Title: Star Ocean: The Last Hope International
Publisher: Square Enix
Platform: PS3
Genre: RPG
Release Date: 2/9/2010
Overview:
Travel beyond the stars to find a new home for mankind in this epic installment of the futuristic Star Ocean RPG franchise. In the aftermath of World War III, Earth is no longer livable. Play as Edge Maverick, a pioneer member of the Space Reconnaissance Force, in a story that stretches into the vast reaches of space itself. Star Ocean’s explosive real-time battles are expanded with a new system that combines aggressive and evasive maneuvers. Hit your enemies hard with ambushes, then scramble out of sight. Experience the origins of the Star Ocean universe in a thrilling combination of sci-fi and fantasy that harnesses the full visual powers of the PS3.

Title: Last Rebellion
Publisher: Koei
Platform: PS3
Genre: RPG
Release Date: 2/24/2010
Overview:
Last Rebellion lets you head into battle with the ultimate weapon: the ability to choose the warrior you want to use. Strategically switch between two main characters mid-battle in this tactical twist on RPGs. Embark on a quest for revenge that’s charged with a double-dose of action. Play as Nine, a sword-wielding “Blade” who overpowers enemies with his physical strength, and Aisha, a “Sealer” who uses magic to bring down her opponents. Gauge the strengths of your enemies and switch between characters to gain the maximum advantage. Beyond the strategy-rich battle system, Last Rebellion features a dark storyline and splashes of elegant watercolor-inspired art.

Title: Final Fantasy XIII
Publisher: Square Enix
Platform: PS3
Genre: RPG
Release Date: 3/8/2010
Overview:
Prepare to be blown away by the first Final Fantasy game to harness the power of HD. Follow a new cast of characters who have been cursed with a horrible fate by the gods. Will they have the courage to stand up and reshape their destiny? Experience seamless transitions between gameplay and cinematics as the franchise’s already remarkable visuals gain an unprecedented level of detail. Play has been rebuilt around a new Active Time Battle system and a new game mechanic that makes the action more immersive than ever. Execute multiple commands in a single turn, redefine your party members’ roles mid-battle, and deal crushing blows with a powerful new summons system.

Title: Resonance of Fate
Publisher: Sega
Platform: PS3
Genre: RPG
Release Date: 3/17/2010
Overview:
The developers who helped build the Star Ocean and Valkyrie Profile franchises pull the trigger on a new type of RPG where gameplay revolves around gunplay. Resonance of Fate takes you into the stylized world of a fractured, futuristic machine city where you’ll confront fate and the instruments that control it. Customize your character and choose your weapons, then watch your experience shift based on your choices. Stare down opponents in cinematic gun battles that drive the real-time and turn-based fighting system. How long will you survive in a world where your fate turns on the tip of every passing bullet?

Title: Cross Edge
Publisher: Koei
Platform: PS3
Genre: RPG
Release Date: 5/28/2009
Overview:
Five worlds collide to form Cross Edge, a strategy RPG unlike any other. Brace yourself, because five of Japan’s biggest RPG makers – Capcom, Namco Bandai, Nippon Ichi, Gust, and Idea Factory – have teamed up on the biggest collaboration in RPG history! Cross Edge draws elements from across the RPG realm, bringing together characters and storylines from Darkstalkers, Disgea, Mana Khemia, and Spectral Souls. Master a hybrid battle system that fuses classic combat with grid-based strategy. Use special units to trigger combos or tap the skills of Gust’s characters to use alchemy and craft weapons. Change costumes, increase your characters’ skills, and see more of them than ever in cutscenes.

Title: Overlord II
Publisher: Codemasters
Platform: PS3
Genre: RPG
Release Date: 6/23/2009
Overview:
It’s order vs. chaos as the Overlord returns for more empire-building insanity. In a story inspired by the rise of the Roman Empire, the legions of the Glorious Empire are conquering kingdoms all over the map. No one overrules the Overlord, so it’s time to send a message…by sending in your minions. Overrun the well-trained, organized legions of the Glorious Empire with the chaotic onslaught of your minion army. This time, your minions have some new tricks, like the ability to ride. And, as they obey your every command, they’ll please the master by not just destroying armies, but by wrecking buildings, scenery, and everything around them too.

Title: Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2
Publisher: Activision
Platform: PS3
Genre: RPG
Release Date: 9/15/2009
Overview:
In the original Ultimate Alliance, you got to choose your team of fighters. This time, the choice you face is much greater. The world sits on the brink of Super Hero war in Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2. Humanity has turned on Super Heroes, passing the Superhuman Registration Act, which forces Super Heroes to register as WMDs and work as government agents. Iron Man leads the heroes who are willing to register. Those who refuse have rallied behind Captain America. You’ll assemble another dream team of four Marvel heroes, fuse your powers for extra impact, and destroy almost everything in sight. But first, you must choose: which side will you be on?

Title: Demon’s Souls
Publisher: Atlus
Platform: PS3
Genre: RPG
Release Date: 10/5/2009
Overview:
Demon’s Souls, a brilliant blend of action and RPG, serves up some of the nastiest enemies you’ll ever encounter. Journey to an open-ended world where death may be coming, but is only the beginning. Explore at your own pace in a story that branches into multiple paths. Fight a thoroughly revolting array of enemies by smashing, slashing, shooting, and casting spells. Groundbreaking online options are designed to throw a wrench into your single-player experience. Players can leave each other hints, team up to revive dead players, or just decide to invade someone else’s game.

Title: Eternal Sonata
Publisher: Namco
Platform: PS3
Genre: RPG
Release Date: 10/22/2008
Overview:
The light that shines in each of us will be your guide in this fantastic tale of good and evil, love and betrayal. As the famous composer Chopin lays on his deathbed, he drifts between this world and the next. His dreams tell the tale of a girl facing a terrible destiny and the boy who will save her. Fight for what is good using an innovative new battle system, combining free-roam and turn-based action for up to three players. Use the sun and the shadows to your advantage, as powers and forms change to fit the light and the dark. Renowned pianist Stanislav Bunin performs Chopin’s original compositions, setting the tone of this timeless story.

Title: Fallout 3
Publisher: Bethesda
Platform: PS3
Genre: RPG
Release Date: 10/28/2008
Overview:

In 2077, the global atomic war left the U.S. all but destroyed. A small band of survivors now lives in Vault 101, a Vault-Tec engineered safe haven in the remnants of Washington D.C., now known as Capital Wasteland. Giant insects, raiders, slavers, and super mutants roam the world outside, but leave the residents of Vault 101 alone. But when you wake one morning to find your father gone, you must brave the real world for the first time. Create a unique character with the S.P.E.C.I.A.L. character system, then choose how you act, which affects the world around you. You can even choose between first- and third-person views!

Title: Valkyria Chronicles
Publisher: Sega
Platform: PS3
Genre: RPG
Release Date: 11/5/2008
Overview:

Step into a mystical world set in 1935, and watch as the beauty of the cutscenes blends seamlessly with the gameplay. Step into the shoes of Welkin and Alicia, and prepare for traditional turn-based battles with a twist. Build a party of anywhere from 5 to 20 people, chosen from 50 different characters, each with their own unique abilities and strengths. Command your characters through a battle, attempting to achieve the different objectives in 20 turns or less. Prepare your strategy using different types of units to make sure you have knowledge of the battlefield and enough weapons to engage the enemy!

Title: Disgaea 3: Absence of Justice
Publisher: Atlus
Platform: PS3
Genre: RPG
Release Date: 8/28/2008
Overview:
The Disgaea RPG series debuts on the PS3 with a new story, a new cast of characters, and a new 3D battle system. The story once again sends you back into the Netherworld. This time you’ll join Mao, who’s taken up a quest to defeat the Overlord in order to become a true hero. The turn-based strategy you’re familiar with is enhanced by a new 3D battlefield. Other new features include Geo Blocks which alter terrain and let you reach enemies more easily and Geo Panels that can alter elements and affect certain areas of the grid. Plus there’s Item World, a randomly generated bonus battle stage waiting inside every item you find.

Title: Mimana: Iyar Chronicles
Publisher: Aksys
Platform: PSP
Genre: RPG
Release Date: 4/2/2010
Overview:
Epic quests. Dangerous dungeons. Strategic attacks. Not things you find on a typical first date, unless you travel through the Mimana Iyar Chronicles. Pick a fair maiden to fight by your side in this RPG that takes the adventure both above and below ground. Explore a wide-raging map and fight through dangerous underground dungeons in a storyline shaped by your actions and brought to life by fully-voiced, hand-drawn anime sequences. Strategically position your party members around the field of battle and send your enemies reeling with attacks that blend strength, skills, and spells. Show exceptional strength and courage and win the hand of the maiden battling at your side.

Title: Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley
Publisher: Natsume
Platform: PSP
Genre: RPG
Release Date: 4/29/2010
Overview:
When is an amusement park not very much fun? When it’s about to be built over your hometown! Save Leaf Valley from a corporation determined to plow it under in this Harvest Moon saga that lets you shape the ending. It’s up to you to rally your fellow townspeople and put a stop to the corporation’s plans to bulldoze your home. Save your family farm by raising crops and livestock and mining for valuable metals and stones. Help the village by working part-time jobs and building relationships with other villagers to get them on your side. Thanks to multiple possible endings, there’s more than one way to save the day.

Title: Hexyz Force
Publisher: Atlus
Platform: PSP
Genre: RPG
Release Date: 5/25/2010
Overview:
Fate has chosen two champions from two different worlds to fight an epic battle. Now, you must choose what fate holds for them in this RPG with turn-based combat optimized for PSP. After a battle with the God of Destruction, the world of Berges was split into two opposite worlds divided by dark and light. Now, the two sides will unite to save both worlds. Use a variety of powers to help you on your adventure. Win Force Points in battle and strengthen your weapons, boost your attacks by building up your Force Gauge and Hexyz Charge, and use the powers of Ralu and Ulu to create new equipment.

Title: Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3 Portable
Publisher: Atlus
Platform: PSP
Genre: RPG
Release Date: 7/7/2010
Overview:
In Persona 3, you’ll do all the usual stuff high school students do: make friends, do homework, chase crushes, and, you know, defend the world against a menacing evil. After transferring to a new school, you’re greeted by an attack from a strange evil known as the Shadow, which awakens your Persona, a powerful, special force within. Join your schoolmates in a quest to defeat the Shadow, and do it while juggling friends, your love life, and schoolwork. This portable version of the PS3 saga has been enhanced with new features, including the option to play as a female main character, dramatically altering the game’s social dynamic.