#rpg!watch

[prokopetz]

I love it when an RPG really, really wants to have a beholder in it, but since beholders are one of the very few iconic Dungeons & Dragons monsters that are actually original to Dungeons & Dragons and thus not public domain, they're not allowed to call it that. The writers all sweating as they make sure to have some random bystander say the critter's totally-not-"beholder" name out loud every single time it appears so that it's 100% clear that no trademarks have been infringed.

[jaal-ama-daravv]

EMMRICH VOLKARIN | DEATHS KISS

"You know, you don't have to hide your face from me." "I will let nothing part us again, my love. Not in this, nor any other world."

[theoldkyokodied]

"what if we shot a RPG and stared at the explosions like new years fireworks and then we lay in the long grass and maybe for a moment we were in love in the way the long grass loves sunlight and not in love in the way a rocket loves to explode" -Kath, who got to see this piece earlier than anyone else, who's words stuck with me like they tend to do <3

This is my piece for the iasip Valentine's zine over at @its-always-ziney-in-philadelphia ! :)

[fawfulydoo]

i shouldve bought shrinky dink paper sooner

[felassan]

From Owlcat Games - The Expanse: Osiris Reborn Announcement Trailer

"The Expanse: Osiris Reborn is a story-driven sci-fi Action RPG. You play as a Pinkwater Security mercenary whose brief shore leave on the asteroid Eros spirals out of control. Trapped in a deadly lockdown and drawn into a solar system-wide conspiracy far beyond your control, you’ll have to adapt, survive, taking command of the most advanced ship in the whole of the solar system. Gather a crew and find your own path through the web of lies to leave your mark on the solar system. Become a Founder to support the development and get exclusive rewards: https://osirisreborn.owlcat.games/ [source]"

✨ A new upcoming science-fiction action RPG set in the The Expanse universe! ✨

singleplayer | third-person | story-driven | Mass Effect-inspired

Customizable PC, ‘the captain’ (who can be a woman or a man)

Play them as an Earther, Martian, or Belter

On CC: “robust and expansive character creation with a lot of options to choose from. Nice hairstyles, nice features, everything you would expect from modern character creation”

Make choices with consequences that shape the story and which influence your relationships with the companions

The captain has an identical twin sibling of the same gender who is “your first companion and most loyal companion from the start”

The captain commands the advanced starship frigate Gemini

They lead a crew of companions

There are romances

Game is fully voiced

The Story takes place “between Season 1 and Season 3 of the Expanse show” / “set during the first two-and-a-half seasons of the show, or the first two books. The events of the game occur alongside the major events that transpire across the universe in The Expanse TV show / books during that time”

Some familiar faces/voices from The Expanse will show up, “with some of the [show] actors reprising their roles”

Two companions will join you in the field during gameplay

Cover-focused, over-the-shoulder perspective real-time gameplay with guns, classes, squad coordination, and abilities

Pre-production began in 2022

will be on PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S

Release date: “Coming Soon”

"Game Design Producer Yuliya Chernenko admitted the original Mass Effect trilogy “was absolutely an inspiration to the team.” “It was iconic for the Xbox 360 generation of gamers,” Chernenko continued. “Many of us first played it in our teenage years, and it left a lasting impression. We are building on that legacy and expanding what players anticipate from this experience. Our story is deeply rooted in hard science fiction, one of the core reasons The Expanse universe resonates so well with its fans. The combat reflects the standards of modern action gameplay. The narrative emphasizes political tension and moral complexity. And yes — there’s romance too.”"

[source, two, official website]

More info from the game's Steam page and website under the cut due to length:

“You’re no hero — just a merc caught in the wrong place at the wrong time, trying to hold your crew together and keep the ship up and running. Your choices will shape your story.”

"The universe never tells us if we did right or wrong. By the 24th century, humanity has conquered the cosmos. However, life has remained anything but easy. In The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, a story-driven sci-fi Action RPG, you play as a Pinkwater Security mercenary whose brief shore leave on the asteroid Eros spirals out of control. Trapped in a deadly lockdown and drawn into a solar system-wide conspiracy far beyond your control, you’ll have to adapt, survive, taking command of the most advanced ship in the whole of the solar system. Create and customize your own captain — Earther, Martian, or Belter — and lead a crew of highly-skilled specialists as you face off against escalating threats, political pressure, and a relentless enemy that will stop at nothing to see you dead. In a solar system held together by fragile alliances, every decision leaves its mark. Trust isn’t given – it’s earned. Your companions are more than just mission assets — they are people with their own scars and loyalties. Some chase redemption. Others hide their truths. Over time, your relationships will flourish or deteriorate depending on the choices you make and how you choose to lead. The ship becomes your home — a place where trust is earned, not given. Dynamic third-person combat. Fight in third-person utilizing cover-focused gunplay and abilities. Two companions will accompany you into the field while others will support from a distance: disabling systems or drawing the enemies’ attention. You will issue real-time commands and have to adapt quickly to survive the manifold threats the system will throw at you. The fractured world of The Expanse. Visit iconic locations like Ganymede, Ceres, Mars, and Luna. Walk through ruined habitats and political strongholds mired in unease and tension. Talk to the locals. Uncover secrets. Use your skills to influence what happens next. The system looks different from every planet and from every asteroid. Some are falling apart. Others just hide it better. You may even come across a familiar face or voice that reminds you of just how small the system really is."

[source: Steam]

"INTRODUCTION The Expanse: Osiris Reborn is a third-person sci-fi action RPG set in the universe of The Expanse, where the tenuous balance of power between Earth, Mars, and the Belt is on the brink of collapse, and trust is a scarce commodity. Now it is time to gather a crew and find your own path through the web of lies to leave your mark on the solar system. By the 24th century, humanity has conquered the cosmos, but that hasn't made life any easier. What begins as a brief sojourn on the asteroid Eros reluctantly entangles you in a solar system-wide conspiracy. You will need to adapt to survive and keep your motley crew united in their mission as everything around you begins to fall apart. This is your story. The Expanse: Osiris Reborn offers a truly personal journey that evolves based on the choices you make and the pressures they place on everything you stand for. CHARACTERS Your crew is more than just backup — they’re the heart of your story. Each companion brings with them their own personal history and motives for joining the mission, though not all are easy to uncover. They’re more than just specialists. Some are haunted by past mistakes. Others hold on dearly to loyalty, survival, or even something they’ve never been capable of fully putting into words. The ship becomes your shared home — it’s not just a command center but a place where the crew can bond and where trust is earned. A single shared silence might become the foundation for a much deeper connection. A single decision could overturn it all. The way you lead your crew and the choices you make under pressure will shape every relationship in ways you don’t always see coming. COMBAT Combat in The Expanse: Osiris Reborn is tactical and built around smart decision-making under pressure, where every move has the potential to shift the balance of a fight. Control your captain in third-person, and gain the upper hand by making use of a variety of weapons, tactics (cover, command, etc.), and specialized abilities. The game features multiple roles, each offering a distinct approach that reflects your personal playstyle. Two companions will fight alongside you, supporting whatever strategy you choose with complementary skills. Others will assist from a distance, hacking into systems or drawing enemies’ attention right when you need it most. You will issue commands in real time and coordinate with your squad to stay one step ahead as the battlefield evolves. Survival depends on how quickly you can adapt and who you trust to stand with you when your back is to the wall. EXPLORATION The Expanse: Osiris Reborn opens into a narrative-driven world where shifting power dynamics and personal choices will define your experience. You’ll visit the marvel that is the gardens of Ganymede, the teeming slums of Ceres, whole bunker complexes veiled in vastness of the Asteroid Belt, and the imperious political bastions of Mars and Luna. As you travel throughout the solar system, you will be ensnared in a cyclone of power struggles and unresolved conflict. The system looks different from every planet and from every asteroid. Some are falling apart. Others just hide it better. Talk to the locals and use your skills to influence the outcomes, sometimes by digging into secrets some may wish remained buried. You may even cross paths with those who have already made their indelible mark on this universe. What you learn and how you act upon it can open new paths and slowly and subtly change your place in the world around you."

[source]

[poorly-drawn-mdzs]

Dungeon Meshi: Delicious in RPG!

(Sprites + bonus art here!)

[deathbydarkelves]

I hope there's a 30 minute long unskippable nasty sweaty lesbian sex scene in the new Witcher game with full bush and the whole nine yards and it makes all the cishet dudebro capital G Gamers who are almost certainly losing their shit rn really uncomfortable and nauseous

[post-it-notes7]

gave geno a badge that resists all status effects and proceeded to watch enemies mercilessly spam status moves on him with nothing happening each time

[niidsch]

Winx Club: Magical Fairy Party ☆ 2012

[criticalamityz]

i don't want to die

[butch-pilot]

mech pilot who finishes a mission, very pent up from all the combat stims in their system, and is just about to get out of the cockpit when their mech mechanic (and lover) notices and shoves them back inside, climbing on top of them and kissing them passionately

[harrison-armory-incorporated]

i dont get paid enough to be threatened by Vex-fucking-Werewolf

[jaal-ama-daravv]

PROFESSOR EMMRICH VOLKARIN

"You choose the most extraodinary moments for compliments." "Is that bad?" "Quite the opposite."

[disastrousfeline]

updated the ref for this fuckign thing

[circadianrhythmofthekiller]

If you don't mind could you possibly do crossover art with Space Funeral? :]

Thank you sm! <3

day 32 - space funeral

[prokopetz]

Like, we can quibble about merits of fidelity to the source material in principle, but in practice I have literally never encountered an "exactly the same thing except in a higher resolution" remake that actually added to my understanding of the material in any way. They just skate across the surface of my brain without leaving any lasting impression – I don't even remember them except for the bits that depart from the original, which kind of defeats the purpose of a faithful remake. I understand that there's a spectrum of fidelity in play here, but if my only choices are a beat-for-beat recapitulation and some egregious bait-and-switch meta bullshit? I'll take the second one every time.