The most interesting RPG released in 2004
All the best and most popular games of the year, upcoming releases, and hits from the past. Use filters to narrow down search.
Fallout: Brotherhood of Steel
RPG
January 13, 2004
A hack-and-slash action RPG and a console spin-off to Fallout, the popular series by Interplay. The action of Fallout: Brotherhood of Steel is set between the first and the second installment in the series, and the player’s task is to serve in the eponymous Brotherhood of Steel as it tries to contain the chaos spreading throughout the post-apocalyptic wastelands. In the game, we assume control of a team of mercenaries that traverse deserts, sunken villages, ruined cities, and abandoned military complexes to perform various tasks, facing hordes of enemies at the same time. The entire game is played in real time. In combat, we can also perform dodges and use long-rage weaponry. As befits an RPG, as we progress, the team members gain experience, develop their skills and make use of a wide variety of equipment as well as over 50 types of weapons.
Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance 2
RPG
January 20, 2004
The second installment of the side Baldur's Gate series, directed at the console. Unlike the original PC, the game represents the "action RPG" genre in the Diablo style. The production takes us back to the world of fantasy, where we play one of the available characters and perform tasks, fight monsters and gain powerful artifacts.
EverQuest: Gates of Discord
RPG
February 9, 2004
The 6th expansion pack to the 1999 MMORPG EverQuest. The expansion was developed by Daybreak Game Company which manages the franchise. The expansion pack takes place on a newly discovered continent Taelosia which is being destroyed by the forces of evil in the form of Legion of Mata Muram. Facing him and stopping the murderous conquest is the objective given to the players. EverQuest: Gates of Discord offers 20 new locations among which there is a stone city, some temples and underground catacombs. A new character class debuts in the add-on – Berserker. The expansion also offers 100 new abilities and dozens of additional pieces of equipment. The list of novelties is closed with new story and side missions developed both for new players and experienced heroes.
Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicles
RPG
February 9, 2004
A Japanese Roleplaying game from the legendary Final Fantasy series. The whole thing allows for a traditional lonely party, but in reality there is a cooperation mode that allows you to play from two to four people at the same time, who in this way form a team of adventurers.
Final Fantasy X-2
RPG
February 19, 2004
A Japanese Roleplaying game which is a direct continuation of the themes from Final Fantasy X. Thanks to it we can learn what happened to the characters of this production. The game has changed significantly compared to the previous edition. The fight took on a certain tactical character and the campaign gained in non-linearity.
Lineage II
RPG
April 27, 2004
One of the most famous and valued MMO games in the history of this genre. Production takes place in a fantasy world inhabited by people, elves, dwarves and other beings. Lineage II is characterized by a huge world, extensive character development, large-scale battles and the motif of taking control of castles. In December 2011, the game moved to a free to play model.
Shining Force: Resurrection of the Dark Dragon
RPG
April 30, 2004
Shining Force: The Resurrection of the Dark Dragon is a remake of the first part of the series, which dates back to 1992. This position is not an exact reproduction of the original. Differences can be seen, among others, in the plot and the extremely extensive palette of characters.
Future Tactics: The Uprising
RPG
May 6, 2004
The title of the game does not accidentally refer to popular Japanese cRPGs, such as "Final Fantasy Tactics". "Future Tactics" is a role-playing game set in futuristic climates. The game takes place in rounds, special emphasis, as the name suggests, was placed on developing the appropriate tactics of action.
Atelier Iris: Eternal Mana
RPG
May 27, 2004
A Japanese RPG game set in a fantasy world. We play the role of a young alchemist, who with the help of Man's creatures can create new objects and mixtures. Together with the completed team we travel through the land of Regallzine, fight turn-based clashes, advance to the next levels of experience and accumulate equipment. At the same time we are trying to restore order and get to the city of Avenberry, the former cradle of the most powerful alchemists.
The Legend of Zelda (Classic NES Series)
RPG
June 7, 2004
In The Legend of Zelda, the player directs the actions of a young man named Link, traversing the fantastic world of Hyrule in search of fragments of a magical artifact that will allow him to save the title princess Zelda from the hands of the cruel Ganon.
Mabinogi
RPG
June 22, 2004
A MMORPG set in a fairy tale fantasy world. Unlike many other titles of this type, in devCAT studio production there is no division into classes and the player has full freedom in the creation of his own character, choosing features and skills characteristic for different races and classes. There is also a crafting system, complex quests and trade, i.e. features characteristic for this genre.
Mega Man Battle Network 4 Blue Moon / Red Sun
RPG
June 29, 2004
Interesting, twin arcade games with developed plot and elements typical for RPG games. We play the role of a boy named Lan, who together with his friend Mega Man takes part in the tournament, where the greatest warriors of the world created for the needs of the game stand opposite each other.
Sudeki
RPG
August 27, 2004
Sudeki is an RPG game, maintained in the Far East style of manga. The player directs the actions of four inhabitants of the fantastic kingdom of Hikaria, thrown into the very middle of the conflict between the forces of good (The Bright Empire) and darkness (World of Darkness). Developers from Climax studio took care of eye-catching, colorful visual setting and advanced AI computer scripts.
Phantom Brave
RPG
August 31, 2004
The action of Phantom Brave is set in a fictional world of Ivoire, which is mostly ocean, and life takes place mainly on the numerous islands. We play as a little girl named Marona, who was rejected by her community because of her ability to contact with the spirits. Wanting to gain respect of the people, the heroine sets out on a dangerous journey to face the destructive force threatening the land.
Anarchy Online: Alien Invasion
RPG
August 31, 2004
Alien Invasion is the third official addition to the extremely popular and award-winning Anarchy Online MMORPG. This time, the inhabitants of the Rubi-Ka planet will have to face an alien invasion, which attacks the surface of the city with the help of huge ships.
Pokemon Fire Red/Pokemon Leaf Green
RPG
September 7, 2004
Crazyly popular Pokemons attack once again in a simple RPG game. We gather a team of title creatures and then we fight battles with similar trainers. The fight is played in a turn-based system, and victories are rewarded with experience points, for which we develop the skills of our charges.
EverQuest: Omens of War
RPG
September 13, 2004
The 7th expansion pack for 1999's EverQuest - an MMORPG originally developed by Daybreak Game Company. The expansion is set in lands of Discord, ruined by war; the plot focuses on the leader of the Muramites' preparations for invasion of Norrath and other lands. Along with the Wayfarers Brotherhood, the players will try to prevent the execution of these plans. Omens of War introduces many changes and improvements both in terms of technical aspects and mechanics. Above all, the add-on features a system of special quests for beginners, as well as a series of epic missions, the completing of which yields the player valuable prizes. Furthermore, level cap was raised to 65 and the players were given dozens of new items, abilities and spells. Although the expansion is powered by the same technology that was used in production of the base game, different improvements were introduced into the engine. As a result, in-game textures are more detailed, both weather and particle effects make a better impression, but also shading and lighting were significantly enhanced.
Fable (2004)
RPG
September 13, 2004
A fantasy action RPG developed by Lionhead Studios, the creators of Black & White, led by an industry legend, Peter Molyneux. In the game, we assume the role of a young boy whose father was killed and mother and sister abducted when their village was raided by bandits. Saved by a man named Maze, the protagonist is brought up in the Heroes’ Guild to eventually become a full-fledged hero and take revenge on those responsible for the massacre. In Fable, our task is to complete story quests, the integral part of which is real-time combat with the use of magic and melee weapons. The game’s hallmark is a unique character development system: the protagonist not only gains experience and improves the three basic skill trees but also ages. His appearance and alignment can also change, as the game constantly faces us with the necessity of choosing between good and evil.
Dragon Ball Z: Buu's Fury
RPG
September 14, 2004
A role-playing game and the final installment in the trilogy, the other parts of which are Dragon Ball Z: The Legacy of Goku and Dragon Ball Z: The Legacy of Goku II, developed by Webfoot. The story begins where its predecessor's plot ended — Goku returns to Earth to face his last and most powerful enemy, Majin Buu. However, before the final duel, the protagonist and his allies (including e.g. Vegeta, Gohan, Goten and Trunks) have other adventures, full of spectacular battles with their opponents. It is important to develop your characters — they can not only develop their combat skills, but also unlock better equipment. Unlike the previous installments, Dragon Ball Z: Buu's Fury features new character skill: Speed. The skill is affected first and foremost by the equipment a character uses. Apart from the single player mode, the game also features a multiplayer mode.
Final Fantasy XI: Chains of Promathia
RPG
September 21, 2004
Chains of Promathia is a fully-fledged addition to the expanded MMORPG (Massive Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game), titled "The Role-Playing Game". Final Fantasy XI. After installing this extension, players will have the opportunity to participate in a completely new chapter in the history of the virtual world of Vana'diel.