RPGFan's Random Encounter

Apr 07 2025 328 ep. 88 mins 1.1k
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Join the staff of RPGFan as they discuss the latest news and topics in the world of role-playing games.

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320 - Let's Switch (2) It Up

Apr 07 2025 55 mins  
On this episode of Random Encounter, we chat about everything that happened last week and, BOY, did a lot happen last week!First up, Dom is here to talk about the recent sci-fi Souls-like AI LIMIT. Does it live up to its inspirations, or does it fall just as flat as AI does in the real world?Then, Zach joins the panel to chat about the Switch 2 Direct! In many ways, the full reveal

319 - I'd Kill for a Good Cup of Tea!

Mar 24 2025 67 mins  
On this episode of Random Encounter, it's time to sink into the shadows and brew some tea, because we're talking about Assassin's Creed Shadows and Wanderstop!Assassin's Creed Shadows is finally here! This long-awaited game has been delayed multiple times over the last year, but was that extra time well spent? Tom is here to tell us his thoughts about the latest entry in the long-r

318 - Monster Hunting the Most Elusive Game: A New Suikoden

Mar 10 2025 56 mins  
On this episode of Random Encounter, it's time to chat about a remaster and a new game in two long-running series!First up, Zach's prayers have been answered: Suikoden I&II HD Remaster: Gate Rune & Dunan Unification Wars is finally out! This remaster of the first two Suikoden games has been highly anticipated for years by fans of the series, but does it live up to their hop

317 - Pirate Watcher in Eora

Feb 24 2025 83 mins  
On this episode of Random Encounter, we're talking about two of the most highly anticipated games of 2025!We've been eagerly awaiting Obsidian's answer to Skyrim for years, and Avowed is finally here. A spin-off of the beloved CRPG Pillars of Eternity series, Avowed replaces the isometric view and strategic "real-time-with-pause" combat with an FPS perspective. Jerry is a massive P

316 - Canadian Encounter

Feb 19 2025 91 mins  
On this episode of Random Encounter, we're celebrating all things Canadian!For absolutely no reason (certainly not related to any current events in February 2024), Jono has gathered a few of his fellow Canucks at RPGFan to chat about some of their favourite Canadian games. The thing about games from up north is, much like Canadians themselves, you might not realize they are Canadia

315 - Sleepless in Ephinea

Feb 03 2025 75 mins  
On this episode of Random Encounter, it’s a double dose of sci-fi and fantasy!First, Aleks joins us to talk about Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector, a sci-fi RPG with a strong tabletop influence. As a sequel to 2022’s Citizen Sleeper, Starward Vector expands its universe with multiple settings and companions. If you love tabletop RPGs, then this could be the sleeper hit of 202

314 - The Switch 2 is Real (and Other Stories)

Jan 20 2025 69 mins  
On this episode of Random Encounter, Jono is back to chat with the panel about two recent big January releases!First up, Wes has managed to fight through hundreds upon hundreds of foes to deliver their verdict on Dynasty Warriors: Origins! This latest entry in the long-running series dramatically cuts back on playable characters and weapons to provide a much more streamlined action

313 - Jono-Less Encounter

Jan 06 2025 57 mins  
On this first episode of Random Encounter for 2025, Jono is missing, and it's up to the panel to find him!Just kidding; we aren't a semi-educational game from the 1990s. Jono has bronchitis this week, so it's up to the brand-new full-time host of Retro Encounter, Zach Wilkerson, to fill in for him!Joining Zach is Neal, who is chatting about the recent remake of one of the first RPG

312 - RPGFan’s Most Anticipated Games of 2025

Dec 23 2024 110 mins  
In our final Random Encounter of 2024, we’re diving into the games we’re most excited to play in 2025!Every December, RPGFan unveils one of our biggest features: a list of the most anticipated games for the year ahead. What better way to close out 2024 than by joining our panel on Random Encounter to celebrate the titles we’re excited for as we count down to the new year?From

311 - Merry Game Awards 2024!

Dec 16 2024 82 mins  
On this episode of Random Encounter, we're chatting about gaming's biggest night: The Game Awards 2024!After a few rocky years, The Game Awards have finally hit their stride for their 10th anniversary. There were some astonishing reveals, wonderful tributes, and a surprising amount of empathy for those struggling in today's gaming industry. With announcements ranging from the epic