RPGFan's Random Encounter

On this week's Random Encounter, we're back to business as usual! Not-E3 and the release of the Switch 2 hit us like a hammer. But now that things have finally settled down, it's time to chat about some games! First up, Aleks gets a chance to talk up the long-awaited Chapters 3+4 of Toby Fox's follow-up to Undertale, Deltarune! Chapters 1+2 released in 2018 and 2021 respectively, so for folks out there starved for Fox's trademark meta-narratives and ear-delighting music, these new chapters are a balm to the SOUL. Then, Zek is here to talk about the new remaster of the PS2-era Atlus action RPG, Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner – Raidou Kuzunoha vs. the Soulless Army, now titled RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army! Now with improved graphics, a revamped combat system, and a slightly shorter title, will fans of Atlus' modern output like Persona 5 and Metaphor: ReFantazio find anything to love in this film-noir, detective-styled world?   Featuring: Jono Logan, Aleks Franiczek, and Zek Lu; Edited by Jono Logan Get in Touch: RPGFan.com [https://www.rpgfan.com/] RPGFan Shop [https://www.rpgfan.com/shop] Email us: podcast@rpgfan.com [podcast@rpgfan.com] Twitter: @rpgfancom [https://twitter.com/rpgfancom/] Bluesky: @rpgfan.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/rpgfan.bsky.social] Instagram: @rpgfancom [https://www.instagram.com/rpgfancom] Threads: @rpgfancom [https://www.threads.net/@rpgfancom] Facebook: rpgfancom [https://www.facebook.com/rpgfancom] Twitch: rpgfancom [https://www.twitch.tv/rpgfancom] This Episode's Related Links: Deltarune (Chapters 1+2) Review [https://www.rpgfan.com/review/deltarune-chapters-12/] RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army Review [https://www.rpgfan.com/review/raidou-remastered/] Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner – Raidou Kuzunoha vs. the Soulless Army Review [https://www.rpgfan.com/review/shin-megami-tensei-devil-summoner-raidou-kuzunoha-vs-the-soulless-army/]

On this week's Random Encounter, we've finally recovered from Not-E3, so now it's time to talk about the Switch 2! Nintendo's long-awaited follow-up to the Switch has finally released and, surprise, it's still the Switch! The Nintendo Switch 2 is burning up the sales charts and already consuming countless hours of folks' time. That said, there has been some controversy, including limited launch titles, 'digital' physical game cards, and major battery issues. Tune in as Jono chats with Tom and Paul about their experiences with the Switch 2 thus far and where they hope the console will go in the future! Featuring: Jono Logan, Tom Cox, and Paul Skevington; Edited by Jono Logan Get in Touch: RPGFan.com [https://www.rpgfan.com/] RPGFan Shop [https://www.rpgfan.com/shop] Email us: podcast@rpgfan.com [podcast@rpgfan.com] Twitter: @rpgfancom [https://twitter.com/rpgfancom/] Bluesky: @rpgfan.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/rpgfan.bsky.social] Instagram: @rpgfancom [https://www.instagram.com/rpgfancom] Threads: @rpgfancom [https://www.threads.net/@rpgfancom] Facebook: rpgfancom [https://www.facebook.com/rpgfancom] Twitch: rpgfancom [https://www.twitch.tv/rpgfancom] This Episode's Related Links: Random Encounter 324 – Not-E3 2025 Extravaganza! [https://www.rpgfan.com/2025/06/09/random-encounter-324-not-e3-2025-extravaganza/] RPGs Coming This Week, 6/1/25 [https://www.rpgfan.com/2025/06/01/rpgs-coming-this-week-6-1-25/]

On this week's Random Encounter, the Summer Game Fest (AKA Not-E3) season is officially upon us! For video game fans, this period is like early Christmas. With nonstop gaming announcements, there is something for everyone! This week, our panel has been working hard keeping up with all the major events, so it's time to share our favourite games from across the showcases!  Featuring: Jono Logan, Gio Castillo, Mike Salbato, Stephanie Sybydlo, and Zach Wilkerson; Edited by Jono Logan Get in Touch: RPGFan.com [https://www.rpgfan.com/] RPGFan Shop [https://www.rpgfan.com/shop] Email us: podcast@rpgfan.com [podcast@rpgfan.com] Twitter: @rpgfancom [https://twitter.com/rpgfancom/] Bluesky: @rpgfan.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/rpgfan.bsky.social] Instagram: @rpgfancom [https://www.instagram.com/rpgfancom] Threads: @rpgfancom [https://www.threads.net/@rpgfancom] Facebook: rpgfancom [https://www.facebook.com/rpgfancom] Twitch: rpgfancom [https://www.twitch.tv/rpgfancom] This Episode's Related Links: RGG Studio’s Project Century is Now Stranger Than Heaven in Summer Game Fest Teaser [https://www.rpgfan.com/2025/06/06/rgg-studio-stranger-than-heaven-teaser/] Code Vein II Revealed, Coming 2026 [https://www.rpgfan.com/2025/06/06/code-vein-ii-is-coming-in-2026/] Lies of P: Overture Available Now for Consoles, PC [https://www.rpgfan.com/2025/06/06/lies-of-p-overture-available-now-for-consoles-pc/] Blighted is Drinkbox Studios’ Newest Metroidvania, Releasing 2026 [https://www.rpgfan.com/2025/06/06/blighted-launches-2026/] Atomic Heart II Reveal Showcases Open-World Firefights, Mutant Wildlife & Robots [https://www.rpgfan.com/2025/06/07/atomic-heart-ii-reveal/] Mina the Hollower to Bring Spooky 8-Bit Action on October 31st [https://www.rpgfan.com/2025/06/07/mina-the-hollower-to-launch-october-31st/] Moonlighter 2 Trailer Details Dynamic 3D Action & Shopkeeping Strategy [https://www.rpgfan.com/2025/06/07/moonlighter-2-trailer-3d-action/] Dosa Divas to Stir Up Trouble and Serve It in 2026 [https://www.rpgfan.com/2025/06/07/dosa-divas-serving-it-in-2026/] Here’s Our First Look at TOEM 2’s Gameplay [https://www.rpgfan.com/2025/06/07/first-look-at-toem-2-gameplay/] Escape Academy 2: Back 2 School Announced at Summer Game Fest [https://www.rpgfan.com/2025/06/08/escape-academy-2-back-2-school/] Neverway is a Spooky Take on Life Sims [https://www.rpgfan.com/2025/06/08/neverway-day-of-the-devs-2025/] OFF To Launch Digitally on Switch, PC on August 15th [https://www.rpgfan.com/2025/06/08/off-launch-on-switch-pc-on-august-15th/] Persona 4 Revival Teaser at Xbox Games Showcase 2025 [https://www.rpgfan.com/2025/06/08/persona-4-revival-xbox-games-showcase-2025/]

On this week’s episode of Random Encounter, we’re doing a deep dive into the game everyone is talking about: Sandfall Interactive's Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 [https://www.rpgfan.com/game/clair-obscur-expedition-33/]. In this lengthy, full-blown spoilercast, we chat about the beautiful music, the combat, the story, and argue about who loves Esquie the most. Does the panel adore the game as much as the host? Listen in to find out! Featuring: Zach Wilkerson, Aleks Franiczek, Zek Lu, Tin Manuel, and Matt Wardell, and Zek Lu; Edited by Zach Wilkerson Get in Touch: RPGFan.com [https://www.rpgfan.com/] RPGFan Shop [https://www.rpgfan.com/shop] Email us: podcast@rpgfan.com [podcast@rpgfan.com] Twitter: @rpgfancom [https://twitter.com/rpgfancom/] Bluesky: @rpgfan.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/rpgfan.bsky.social] Instagram: @rpgfancom [https://www.instagram.com/rpgfancom] Threads: @rpgfancom [https://www.threads.net/@rpgfancom] Facebook: rpgfancom [https://www.facebook.com/rpgfancom] Twitch: rpgfancom [https://www.twitch.tv/rpgfancom] This Episode's Related Links: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Review [https://www.rpgfan.com/review/clair-obscur-expedition-33/] Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Soundtrack Review [https://www.rpgfan.com/music-review/clair-obscur-expedition-33-original-soundtrack/]

On this episode of Random Encounter, we're looking at a stylish upcoming turn-based RPG and a remaster of a sprawling open-world classic! First, Zek is here to discuss Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a game that might end up being his favorite JRPG of this generation. This stylish title is capturing attention with an incredible voice cast and fresh take on turn-based combat. Why does Zek think it lives up to this universal acclaim? And then, Matt revisits a childhood favorite filled with nostalgia: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered. It boasts some excellent quality-of-life changes and a fresh coat of paint while still keeping the wonderful "jank" of the original. Will this remaster live up to Matt's cherished memories of the original? Featuring: Jono Logan, Matt Wardell, and Zek Lu; Edited by Jono Logan Get in Touch: RPGFan.com [https://www.rpgfan.com/] RPGFan Shop [https://www.rpgfan.com/shop] Email us: podcast@rpgfan.com [podcast@rpgfan.com] Twitter: @rpgfancom [https://twitter.com/rpgfancom/] Bluesky: @rpgfan.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/rpgfan.bsky.social] Instagram: @rpgfancom [https://www.instagram.com/rpgfancom] Threads: @rpgfancom [https://www.threads.net/@rpgfancom] Facebook: rpgfancom [https://www.facebook.com/rpgfancom] Twitch: rpgfancom [https://www.twitch.tv/rpgfancom] This Episode's Related Links: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Review [https://www.rpgfan.com/review/clair-obscur-expedition-33/] The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Review [https://www.rpgfan.com/review/the-elder-scrolls-iv-oblivion-remastered/] MattWardellWrites [https://mattwardellwrites.wordpress.com/]