Astria Ascending is one of the surprises from the recent ID@Xbox stream. It’s a Japanese-RPG from development shop Artisan Studio and publisher Dear Villagers, and I found its hand-drawn art and hints to its world to be intriguing. Astria Ascending has turn-based combat, and it promises what looks like a […]
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The RetroBeat — Diablo II: Resurrected gives a diabolically good first impression
After the disappointing Warcraft III: Reforged, I wondered if I really wanted a Diablo II remake. When Blizzard announced Diablo II: Resurrected earlier this year, I wanted to remain skeptical. It felt a little better learning that Vicarious Visions, which created fantastic remakes for Crash Bandicoot and Tony Hawk’s Pro […]
Path of Exile sees 17% increase in player hours in 2020
It’s no surprise to Chris Wilson that Path of Exile players flocked to the online action-RPG during the pandemic. Grinding Gear Games keeps setting records for player hours, with the Echoes of the Atlas expansion bringing in more than any before it. Grinding Gear’s general manager delivered these nuggets and […]