RPG

RPG, also known as Role Playing Game, is a genre of video game or fiction in which players take on the role of a character in a given setting.

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10 Classic RPGs That Respect Your Time More Than Modern AAA Games

These classic RPGs trim the fat and cut right to the best parts of the genre, making them ideal for anyone who dislikes filler content.

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10 RPGs Where You’re Treated Like the Monster

Don’t be ashamed, you’re the hero, despite what NPCs think in these RPGs, where everyone seems to believe you're a monster.

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10 RPGs Where the World Doesn’t Care If You Finish the Story

Whether the heroes win or lose, life goes on in these RPG worlds that don't care about the final outcome.

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10 RPG Stories That Start Simple But Then Completely Flip the Script

These RPGs have twists and layers no one saw coming, and will effectively keep you on your toes from beginning to end.

Open-World RPGs That Age Better Every Year Thanks To Mod Support
5 Open-World RPGs That Age Better Every Year Thanks To Mod Support

Fans of these games can play them almost endlessly, discovering new additions and alterations through the community modding scene.

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The Greatest Korean RPGs That Can Rival Any JRPG

What makes a KRPG different from a JRPG?

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8 Open-World RPGs That Secretly Play Better Without Any Fast Travel

These worlds are so great, you’ll want to embrace them by walking or using some other means of traversal.

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The Best Open-World RPGs With Deep Character Builds and Total Freedom

Play YOUR way with YOUR characters in these open-world RPGs.

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Nanally in Neverness to Everness (2026)
7 Open-World RPGs Everyone Will Be Talking About In 2026

Good or bad, these upcoming open-world RPGs will be heavily discussed.

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9 Fantasy RPGs With Magic Systems Better Than The Elder Scrolls

From Magicka 2 to Tyranny, here are a few games that have a better grasp on the arcane than any game in The Elder Scrolls franchise.

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5 Open-World RPGs That Become Way Better After The 20-Hour Mark

These open-world RPGs truly shine after the first 20 hours, rewarding persistence with deeper quests, richer worlds, and unforgettable gameplay.

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RPGs With Combat Systems That Reward Precision Over Stats

Think RPGs only reward maxed-out builds? Think again. From Nioh's stances to Monster Hunter's weak points, precision and timing rule in these games.

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10 RPG Companions So Overpowered They Practically Play The Game For You

These RPG companions are so strong, they can win most combat encounters and trivialize any difficulty curve, letting you breeze through the game.

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10 Fantasy RPGs You Should Play Instead Of Baldur's Gate 3

Baldur's Gate 3 not hitting the mark? Dive into these incredible fantasy RPGs with rich narratives, innovative mechanics, and unforgettable journeys.

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5 Turn-Based RPGs With Better Combat Than Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 may have won RPG of the year, but does it have better combat than some of the best RPGs of all time?

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10 Perfect RPGs With Complex Storytelling

Dive into 10 RPGs with intricate plots and mind-bending twists that redefine storytelling in gaming.

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Welcome The Next 5 Big Open-World RPGs
Say Hello To The Next 5 Big Open-World RPGs

The first quarter of 2026 is already stacked with promising games to choose from for open-world action-RPG enthusiasts.

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8 RPGs Harder Than Any Soulslike Game

From unforgiving combat to permadeath, these RPGs take difficulty to the next level and show that soulslikes aren't the only genre with tough gameplay

These Are the Longest Single-Player Campaigns (By Main Story Hours)
Top 10: These Are the Longest Single-Player Campaigns (By Main Story Hours)

If players are looking for a really, really long play, these titles offer some of the longest main stories ever, easily taking over 70 hours each.

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Upcoming RPGs Built Entirely Around Consequences
7 Upcoming RPGs Built Entirely Around Consequences

Based on what we currently know, these upcoming RPGs are shaping up to feature long-reaching consequences as a major part of the narrative.