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John Michael
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John Michael is NEXTARCA's News Editor and a dedicated RPG player. He researches and edits the site's RPG news, following release dates, updates and launches, and checks each story against official sources before it goes out.
16 articles published · latest October 5, 2026
Published by John Michael
NewsRPGs This Week: Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen Arrives October 9
Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen is the RPG release of the week on October 9, 2026. Three more follow next week, and several free demos are playable now. Here is the full list with dates.
OCT 5, 20263 MIN READ
NewsRumor: A New Transformers Game Is Reportedly in Development
A YouTube creator claims an unannounced Transformers game is in testing under a G1 license. Hasbro has confirmed nothing. Here is what the rumor says, what has happened since, and what the company has actually said about its plans.
OCT 2, 20264 MIN READ
NewsCONTROL Resonant Soundtrack by Petri Alanko Is Out Now
Milan Records has released the CONTROL Resonant original soundtrack, an album of 13 tracks by returning composer Petri Alanko. It is led by the vocal track The One I Once Knew, featuring Amelia Jones, and is available now.
OCT 2, 20262 MIN READ
Feature4 Free RPG Demos to Play This Weekend
Not sure what to play this weekend? These four free RPG demos let you try before you buy.
OCT 1, 20264 MIN READ
NewsDYNASTY WARRIORS 3: Complete Edition Remastered Is Out Now
Omega Force's Three Kingdoms classic returns with its Xtreme Legends expansion, rebuilt in Unreal Engine 5 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2 and PC.
SEP 30, 20262 MIN READ
NewsDYNASTY WARRIORS 3: Complete Edition Remastered Nears October 1 Launch
Koei Tecmo has set October 1 for the remaster on PS5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam. A playable demo is available, although the Philippine PlayStation listing shows a different date.
SEP 27, 20262 MIN READ
NewsUpcoming RPG Games in October 2026: Release Dates and What to Watch.
October’s RPG calendar spans an MMO launch, a major expansion, a full release from Early Access and new adventures from Final Fantasy and Phantom Blade Zero. Here are six dates to know and the distinctions that matter before you play.
SEP 26, 20264 MIN READ
NewsDynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered Demo Lets Players Try Hulao Gate
The free demo is available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam. It features the Battle of Hulao Gate with six playable officers ahead of the full game’s October 1 release.
SEP 25, 20262 MIN READ
NewsCONTROL Resonant and Onimusha Offer Two Very Different Combat Styles
CONTROL Resonant arrives on September 24 while Onimusha: Way of the Sword is already out. Their biggest difference is combat: Remedy favors supernatural mobility and a shifting melee weapon, while Capcom centers deliberate samurai swordplay.
SEP 24, 20265 MIN READ
TechnologyCONTROL Resonant Launches September 24 With New RTX Graphics Features
CONTROL Resonant launches September 24. NVIDIA has detailed the path tracing and DLSS features available on GeForce RTX PCs, including Ray Reconstruction and frame generation. Here is what the announcement means for players.
SEP 23, 20263 MIN READ
NewsSeptember 2026 Has Five Standout RPGs Worth Playing
September delivers five notable RPGs across action, tactical combat, classic storytelling, and cooperative survival, led by The Blood of Dawnwalker, CONTROL Resonant, and the highly reviewed Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter.
SEP 21, 20266 MIN READ
NewsAniimo Mobile Launches September 23 With Preload Opening One Day Earlier
Aniimo will launch on iOS and Android on September 23, with mobile preload access opening one day earlier. Pawprint Studio has also detailed the storage, memory, chipset, and controller requirements.
SEP 21, 20263 MIN READ
FeatureCONTROL Resonant Brings Melee Combat and Warped Manhattan Zones on September 24
Remedy is taking CONTROL Resonant beyond the Oldest House with Dylan Faden, expansive Manhattan zones, gravity shifting exploration, deeper action RPG systems, and a major move toward melee combat.
SEP 20, 20266 MIN READ
NewsControl Resonant Launch Trailer Sends Dylan Faden Into a Warped Manhattan
Remedy’s new Control Resonant launch trailer combines aggressive close combat, a distorted Manhattan, and music from The Cardigans ahead of the action RPG’s September 24 release.
SEP 17, 20263 MIN READ
NewsAniimo Players Can Download Early Before September 16
Aniimo preload is now available for Windows PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S ahead of its September 16 launch, with storage requirements and regional server opening times confirmed.
SEP 14, 20265 MIN READ
NewsDiablo IV Drops to $12.49 in 75% Steam Weekend Deal
Blizzard has reduced the Diablo IV Standard Edition by 75% on Steam, bringing the United States price down to $12.49. Regional pricing applies, with the game currently listed at ₱750 in the Philippines.
SEP 13, 20263 MIN READ