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Big stories, larger-than-life characters, and even bigger worlds — RPGs are often epic in scope, and it's your job to guide protagonists through their hero's journey. Some of the most successful games in history are RPGs, from the everlasting Skyrim to the timeless Final Fantasy series. Here you'll find all the latest and greatest in the role-playing genre.

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February Is Stacked With Games… And I’m Playing Disco Elysium Again

For Cuno.

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Fighting on a battlefield in Those Who Rule.
Those Who Rule: 8 Beginner Tips

Jumping into Those Who Rule for the first time? These tips and tricks can help your journey as you come across challenges in this tactical RPG.

 Fate/Grand Order and Another Eden.
The 23 Best RPGs On iOS
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There are countless mobile RPGs available to play on iOS. Download the very best of them with some help from this list.

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Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector Review: A Stellar Sequel

Citizen Sleeper 2 iterates on the original game mechanically and narratively, offering a fresh experience for fans new and old.

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Some of the Best RPGs to Play on PC
Best RPGs To Play On PC

From turn-based to story-based, here are some of the best RPGs you can play on PC.

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Diablo 3 and Remnant from the Ashes.
Best Loot-Based ARPGs, Ranked

Good ARPGs are defined by their visceral action combat and massive loot systems. Here is our ranking of the best loot-based games out there.

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The Best RPG From Each Year Of The '90s

The '90s was filled with brilliant RPGs.

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12 Best Temporary Party Members In RPGs

These characters aren't party members for long, but they certainly leave an impression.

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Pixel Art RPGs. Stardew Valley, Omori, Hyper Light Drifter.
26 Best RPGs With Pixel Graphics

Whether a product of its time or an artistic choice, nothing beats a good pixel art RPG.

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Pillars of Eternity, Disgaea 5 and Shadowrun: Hong Kong.
8 RPGs Turning 10 In 2025

Here are the best RPG games that turn ten years old in 2025!

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The 27 Best RPG Shooters

Role playing and shooters are among the most popular genres in all of video games. When put together, they have delivered some stellar games.

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2025 Could Be An All-Time Great Year For RPGs

And Obsidian is carrying.

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The 15 Most Difficult Choices To Make In RPGs

RPGs are classically loaded with opportunities for players to make difficult choices. These games made it harder than ever to do the right thing.

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12 Best Couch Co-Op RPGs

It’s dangerous to go alone; take a friend.

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Skydance’s Behemoth Review: Snowy Fantasy RPG Will Leave You Feeling Cold

Skydance’s Behemoth excels in scale and making the use of VR, but this is a facade for a stilted, archaic game hiding beneath.

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A collage of Anime RPG games such as Kingdom Hearts, the Ryza Atelier franchise, and Genshin Impact.
10 Best Anime RPGs

A timeless game genre in a timeless style

A collage of games for players who like Wizard of Oz such as Code Name S.T.E.A.M. and Beyond the Yellow Brick Road.
8 Games To Play If You Like The Wizard of Oz

Follow the yellow brick road to check out these games like The Wizard of Oz.