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May 11, 2026 1 hr 9 min

347 - Darkness and Retro Light

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On this episode of Random Encounter, it's all about the aliens! First up, Directive 8020. The latest game in Supermassive Games' The Dark Pictures Anthology series, 8020 brings choice-based horror movie vibes into space. Pulling from the classic horror sci-fi films The Thing and Alien, did this interactive space adventure have Paul hiding behind the couch? Then, Radical Fish Games, the maker of the retro darling CrossCode, is back with the first taste of its latest retro-looking adventure, Alabaster Dawn. Featuring stunning 2.5D pixel-art visuals, bullet-hell-inspired combat, and compelling characters, all set in a world that appears to have been invaded by aliens, Alabaster Dawn has already impressed the heck out of Bob, and it is only in early access! Is it worth picking up, even if the game is still in development? Featuring: Jono Logan, Jerry Williams, and Paul Skevington; Edited by Jono Logan Get in Touch: RPGFan.com RPGFan Shop Email us: [email protected] Twitter: @rpgfancom Bluesky: @rpgfan.bsky.social Instagram: @rpgfancom Threads: @rpgfancom Facebook: rpgfancom Twitch: rpgfancom This Episode's Related Links: Directive 8020 Review Alabaster Dawn Hands-On: Modern Retro Done Right

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