PCGamesN Saturday, October 5, 2024 12:15 PM  According to a new Ubisoft listing, the Assassin's Creed Mirage Steam launch is imminent. Mirage was released last year exclusively via Ubisoft Connect and the Epic Games Store on PC, but now a brand new listing indicates that an October 2024 Steam release is coming. Assassin's Creed Valhalla was the last game in the series to come to Steam, two whole years after launch. Now, as Ubisoft gears up for day one Steam launches again, Mirage is also making the leap of faith. Continue reading The Assassin's Creed Mirage Steam launch is suddenly imminent MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Assassin's Creed Mirage review, Assassin's Creed Mirage weapons, Assassin's Creed Mirage skills |
Siliconera Saturday, October 5, 2024 7:15 PM
Sega is a publisher usually known for series like Sonic that focus on platforming and other genres. But Sega surprisingly has some excellent Japanese role-playing games worth checking out. Here are the best recent Sega JRPGs across PS3, PS4, and PS5 alike. Note that I am excluding Atlus JRPGs, even though the company is owned by Sega, since they deserve their own dedicated list.
Best Recent Sega JRPGs on the PS3
The PlayStation 3 didn't receive a ton of JRPG support from Sega since most of it went to handhelds at the time like the DS, PSP, and 3DS. However, there are some standouts like Resonance of Fate. This game has one of the sleekest combat systems I've ever seen with a pretty intriguing story, too.
There are also games like Shining Resonance for a flawed but still solid enough, more traditional 3D action RPG feel. That said, the best PS3 Sega JRPG comes from the original Valkyria Chronicles. This alternative World War II-set game features a flexible tactical RPG movement system that is fun to use and an emotional storyline.
Best Recent Sega JRPGs on the PS4
The return of Phantasy Star Online happened with Phantasy Star Online 2. It is a free-to-play MMORPG on PS4 that is worth checking out for a bit. There is so much content to this game that you will not find anywhere else on this list. And there is always more on the way, especially when it comes to great cosmetics and crossover events.
Sakura Wars also made a grand return in the West on PS4 with the 2019 version. The mix of mech combat and visual novel dating sim-like storyline is quite unique. If you want a bit of romance amidst the dramatic story about women fighting for their lives in a war, this is one to check out.
Then there is my personal favorite on this console: Valkyria Chronicles 4. Not only is this the best in the series but it is up there as one of my favorite Sega JRPGs of all time. The combat is strategic, deep, and full of challenging missions and decisions. Plus, the story is one of the most underrated on the PS4 with its colorful cast of soldiers and gut-wrenching twists.
Best Recent Sega JRPGs on the PS5
Even though the PS5 is well into its lifecycle, there aren't too many Sega JRPGs not from Atlus on it. The core games come from the Like a Dragon series, including the one that started a massive shift for the franchise in Yakuza: Like a Dragon. This game switched out the brawler gameplay from previous titles for Dragon Quest-inspired turn-based combat with jobs and more.
It also has one of my favorite stories in gaming, focusing on the outcasts of outcasts as they rise up to get revenge. Then there is also its sequel in Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. It continues the story of new protagonist Ichiban while bringing back Kiryu for a fascinating trip in Hawaii. The story is a bit rougher around the edges at times, but the turn-based gameplay is refined and the content is exceptionally varied.
Let us know what your favorite SEGA RPG is below!
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Siliconera Saturday, October 5, 2024 3:00 PM
In the early volumes of the Tokyo Babylon manga, CLAMP is pretty tactful about Seishirou Sakurazuka. We get hints that there is more to him than there appears. These grow more obvious, until there are substantial actions like the one in the third volume. With the newly rereleased volume four of Tokyo Babylon, it's much more clear what Seishirou is capable of and what this means for Subaru Sumeragi.
Editor's Note: There will be spoilers for volume 4 of the Tokyo Babylon manga and Seishirou below.
Throughout much of the Tokyo Babylon manga up to this point, Seishirou largely seemed a potential force for good. Yes, he's hiding something. We definitely are aware of his own powers and strengths. But he's still maintaining his identity as a veterinarian, is being kind toward both Subaru and Hokuto, and seems to adore Subaru. When he's acted in past volumes, it's been to assist in some way. With this latest entry, we're getting more insights into what we should really expect from him. Plus, it's handled in such a way that we're forced to compare his still considerate actions with more ominous ones.
Things begin with the "Crime" case. After seeing a shrine torn down, we begin with Subaru ruminating about it with Hokuto and Seishirou about what it means when a seal like that is removed. It's honestly a sweet sort of moment, even though repercussions are being considered. Because we have Seishirou providing food and offering to make a meal later for the young onmyoji. And it keeps seeming like a positive series of interaction when Subaru shows up at Seishirou's door after a very rough day. The one encourages the other. Has food for him. Reassures him.
But it's at the end of this first chapter of volume 4 of the Tokyo Babylon manga that we start to get real, substantial proof that things are not good. After Seishirou puts an exhausted and depressed Subaru to bed, he promises to protect him and stay by his side. Subaru thanks him. When Seishirou leaves, he looks in a mirror that cracks and ominously suggests he'll win the "bet" the two made. While the early parts of the next case, called "Save," begin with Hokuto seemingly encouraging Subaru's relationship with Seishirou while also questioning if the older man is as kind as he seems.
This foreshadowing continues with a meeting between Subaru and his grandmother. In addition to tasking him with investigating the Ms Institute, she shares with him a warning about being swept away by the cherry blossoms. Seishirou's name and the mysterious Sakurazukamori assassin's aside, it seems further uncertain. CLAMP leaves us in the dark a little yet again, even though there's more further movement on Hokuto's part.
It's the end of volume 4 of the Tokyo Babylon manga that shows how well that Seishirou pacing paid off. Everything leading up to the end of the "Save" storyline is preparing us for what we learn as it draws to a close. The future for everyone is still uncertain, of course. But there is so much new insight into Seishirou here and pay off that it feels quite satisfying.
Volume 4 of the Tokyo Babylon manga is available now, and Yen Press will release volume 5 on November 19, 2024.
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