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RPG. This category includes games that put emphasis on progress system for a controlled character (or a group of characters) which is (are) described with many statistics. They also have a multi-plot story and quests. There are classic RPGs with turn-based combat and rules inspired by pen-and-paper RPGs (e.g. Baldur’s Gate, Fallout), action RPGs with dynamic real time combat (Dark Souls) and jRPGs – very specific titles based on Japanese style and culture, especially on manga and anime (Final Fantasy, Kingdom Hearts).

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Alpha Protocol
Alpha Protocol

RPG 28 May 2010

An espionage action game with distinct RPG elements, developed by Obsidian Entertainment. The player assumes the role of Michael Thorton – a secret agent whose main task is to unravel a conspiracy that threatens the political balance of the entire world. During his adventure, the main protagonist visits different parts of the globe (such as Rome, Moscow, and Taipei), and the task he has been assigned requires him to make difficult decisions, resulting in measurable results later on.

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Two Worlds II: Pirates of The Flying Fortress
Two Worlds II: Pirates of The Flying Fortress

RPG 20 September 2011

An expansion for the second installment of the action RPG series by Reality Pump, a Polish development studio. Two Worlds II: Pirates of The Flying Fortress offers a new campaign that takes place in a previously uncharted area. The plot of the add-on is focused on a pirate captain and his crew who are confined on a cursed archipelago. The player helps the corsair save his beloved, find the legendary treasure, and suppress a mutiny on his ship.

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Gothic
Gothic

RPG 15 March 2001

A fantasy action RPG developed by a debuting Piranha Bytes studio, founded by ex-employees of Greenwood Entertainment, a company that prospered in the 1990s. You take on a role of a nameless hero, who, with a group of others, gets incarcerated in a penal colony on Khorinis island. As it turns out, he is not a mere criminal, but a champion of gods who aim to clear the realm of evil forces lead by a mighty demon called The Sleeper.

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Baldur's Gate
Baldur's Gate

RPG 23 December 1998

A fantasy RPG that draws inspiration from the roots of the genre and faithfully recreates the rules of the second edition of the D&D system. The action starts in Candlekeep, a stronghold located on the Sword Coast in the Forgotten Realms. The protagonist is a youngster brought up by his foster father, Gorion. When strangers attempt to take his life, both heroes try to escape, but Gorion sacrifices himself to save his son.

PC

Neverwinter
Neverwinter

RPG 20 June 2013

An online RPG game set in a high fantasy world. It was developed by Cryptic - a team popular mainly for City of Heroes and Champions Online. The game is based on the popular Dungeons & Dragons RPG system and the story takes place in the Forgotten Realms universe. Dark forces have taken over a large area in the titular city. Called in by the Lord Protector, fearless heroes and adventurers arrive to face the evil beings.

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Valkyria Chronicles 3: Unrecorded Chronicles
Valkyria Chronicles 3: Unrecorded Chronicles

RPG 27 January 2011

The third episode of the series of RPGs with elements of tactical strategy, in which the player is transferred to the alternative realities of the Second World War.

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Ember Knights
Ember Knights

RPG 18 July 2023

Ember Knights is an action RPG with roguelike elements, supporting singleplayer and four player co-op. Players must face hordes of monsters while developing their hero.

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Shadow of the Road
Shadow of the Road

RPG 2025

A tactical RPG with an isometric camera and a turn-based system. The action of Shadow of the Road takes place in an alternative version of 1868 Japan. The country is torn by a huge conflict. The battles are fought not only by humans, but also yokai and steam machines.

PC

Path of Exile 2
Path of Exile 2

RPG 15 November 2024 (early access since November 2024)

The sequel and a large expansion to Path of Exile, a 2013 free-to-play hack'n'slash. Path of Exile 2 features a new story campaign with 7 acts, revamped visuals, redesigned mechanics, 19 new Ascendancy Classes and cross platform coop with both Internet and local support.

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Sands of Salzaar
Sands of Salzaar

RPG 16 December 2021

Sands of Salzaar is an isometric RPG of the hack-n-slash type, whose action takes place in a fantastic desert with open structure. The game focuses on exploration and combat.

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Stoneshard
Stoneshard

RPG 06 February 2020

Stoneshard is a turn-based roguelike with a procedurally generated world from the Ink Stains Game. The game takes us to the troubled land of Aldor. We take on the role of a mercenary who one day gets an irresistible offer.

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Guild Saga: Vanished Worlds
Guild Saga: Vanished Worlds

RPG 10 October 2024 (early access since 10 October 2024)

An isometric RPG with a turn-based battle system. Guild Saga: Vanished Worlds offers rich character personalization options and various skills related to crafting. Our character joins the Guild of Heroes and we set off to explore a large fantasy continent named Aarde.

PC

Torchlight: Infinite
Torchlight: Infinite

RPG 09 May 2023

A spin-off of the hack'n'slash game series titled Torchlight. In Torchlight: Infinite, we play as heroes who traverse the world, complete quests and eliminate hordes of enemies. The game features cross-play, so players from different platforms can play together.

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Ashfall
Ashfall

RPG 2025

A post-apocalyptic MMORPG shooter, developed by Legendary Star Studio. Ashfall is set in a world ruined by nuclear war. Your goal is clear - you must go on a quest to find the legendary Core of Creation, the key to saving humanity.

PCANDiOS

Voor De Kroon
Voor De Kroon

RPG December 2024 (early access since 09 December 2022)

Voor De Kroon is a Dutch indie game bringing to mind the Mount & Blade series. This work of a single developer takes us to the Middle Ages, allowing us to take on the role of a lord on the estate and participate in great battles involving hundreds of soldiers.

PC

Fable II: See the Future
Fable II: See the Future

RPG 12 May 2009

The second extension to continue the famous console RPG - Fable II. This time the creators from LionHead Studios prepared for us a completely new story about the merchant Murgo, who came into possession of mysterious artifacts. It is thanks to them that we will be able to get to know the future of Albion. In addition, there are new items, spells and opportunities for upgrading your current equipment. Audiovisual output remained at a high level.

X360

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II - The Sith Lords
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II - The Sith Lords

RPG 06 December 2004

The second installment of the bestselling RPG set in the popular Star Wars universe. Contrary to its predecessor created by BioWare, it was developed by Obsidian Entertainment. The sequel’s plot starts 5 years after the events of the first part and tells a completely different story, focusing on entirely new characters. This time around, we assume the role of the last Jedi knight, whose task is to rebuild the dissolved Jedi Order and restore peace and order in the galaxy.

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Pokemon X
Pokemon X

RPG 12 October 2013

Another installment in the popular Nintendo series about Pokémon, released as a pair of games: Pokémon X and Pokémon Y. The action takes place in French-like region Kalos. You assume the role of a young Pokémon trainer traveling through the world in search of new creatures you catch and train for Pokémon League battles. To be successful you need to earn eight Gym Badges by defeating the Battle Arenas’ leaders specialized in different elements.

3DS

Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII
Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII

RPG 11 February 2014

Third-person jRPG set in fantasy reality, the final game of Final Fantasy XIII trilogy initiated in 2009. Despite the fact that the action of the title begins a few hundred years after the finale of the previous installment, we meet again the characters we already know in the game - led by the returning main character Lightning.

PCX360PS3

Final Fantasy IX
Final Fantasy IX

RPG 07 July 2000

The 9th main entry in a classic jRPG series, originally released in 2000 on PlayStation console, and ported to PC ten year later. After a few games featuring slightly cyberpunkish settings, Final Fantasy IX returns to the roots of the series, where we are once again met by knights, princesses, and dragons. Players take the role of a young thief, who, together with a company of other heroes, faces the evil queen Brahna, who is responsible for the outbreak of a great war.

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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim - Dawnguard
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim - Dawnguard

RPG 26 June 2012

The first large story expansion to The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, the fifth installment in the cult RPG series developed by Bethesda. The expansion called Dawnguard focuses its story on the return of a powerful vampire lord – Harkon - who intends to cover the sun by using an Elder Scroll and a mythical weapon, and bring eternal darkness to the world. The titular order of vampire hunters is standing in his way.

PCX360PS3

Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom
Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom

RPG 23 March 2018

Ni no Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom is the next installment in the jRPG series developed by Level 5. Young king Evan Pettiwhisker Tildrum is the game's protagonist. After our hero was banished from his own kingdom, a fellow named Roland decides to help him get his throne back. Things got much more complicated when the city of Ding Dong Dell was faced with the danger that threatens the entire world. Our heroes have no other choice than to face it.

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Guild Wars
Guild Wars

RPG 28 April 2005

Guild Wars is a cRPG allowing hundreds of players to interact with one another and the game world via the Internet. The game was developed by ArenaNet, a company founded in the year 2000, by people who developed titles such as Warcraft, Starcraft, and Diablo; they also helped to create the Battle.net service.

PC

ArcheAge 2
ArcheAge 2

RPG 2025

Sequel to the popular 2014 MMORPG, with the action set in a similar time period, but with a different narrative style. ArcheAge 2 offers a sizable open world and a dynamic combat system, designed for both PvE and PvP.

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