Morally gray heroes and bleak worlds separate these stories from the rest.

Epic fantasies are grand tales focused on the hero's journey, and the best books in the genre include gems like The Lord of ...

The gaming-inspired fantasy genre is booming, and "Dungeon Crawler Carl" is only the beginning. Credit: AETHON: Vault, ...

Where do you even begin with JRPGs? These titles will provide a gentler welcome for newcomers.

Jiminna Shillingford is an avid reader and a passionate storyteller. She is obsessed with all things TV, from anime and romantic fantasy to action-packed series. With that deep affection, Jiminna ...

On September 7, 1997, Final Fantasy VII released in North America (after previously being released in Japan) and combined an ensemble cast, mature themes, and a sprawling story with underlying ...

If you still think fantasy is just about swords and perfect heroes, it’s time to rethink: here, there aren’t exactly heroes and villains, and what really matters is who comes out on top. But what are ...

Sometimes, the old ways are the best. The first Alien movie. An aged whiskey. That friend who you don't see so often any more, but catching up feels like you've never been apart. The same is true for ...

Louis Kemner combines his love of creative writing with his passion for anime to craft some of the most compelling anime articles on the 'net. He's also a total gamer who has two decades of Magic: The ...

Final Fantasy isn’t just 30 years of RPG epics. This thing is a cash cow, even though not every attempt to spin things off has been well-received (or even remembered). Lately we’ve seen announcement ...