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RPGs. Who doesn't love them? Granted, some people don't, and it's usually either because they haven't had the chance to play the absolute best RPG PC games on the market, or if they ended up coming across a genuinely good game that isn't a good match for their particular gaming profile. That's fair, of course! Not every game is for everyone.
What we've prepared down below, however, is a lovely list of extremely varied PC RPG games with there being virtually no chance of readers not liking at least some of them. We're not joking, either, as our choices range from literary-level CRPGs to delightfully dynamic action RPG titles. The genre of role-playing games is exceedingly broad, after all.
Whether you're a genre veteran or a sceptic newcomer to PC RPGs, this list of the best RPG games on sale here at 2Game will not leave you wanting. So - no dawdling! Let's get to it!
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2Game's Best RPG PC Games - In No Particular Order
While some critics are dead-set on grading each and every game they review (and we've certainly done the same in select cases, as with our yearly top 100 games list), we weren't keen on doing the same this time around. The differences between some of these games are so immense that there's simply no comparing the first game with the last, for example. Take any three games from this list, and someone would plop them down into their own personal top three!
To that end, the PC RPGs featured below come in no particular order. Instead, we've got a short description for each which may or may not help you decide what game is right for your particular affinity for RPG elements.
Dragon's Dogma 2
Capcom's triumphant ARPG flagship has more than proven its worth as a delightful choice for single-player gamers. Of course, being a role-playing title, it also ends up being a must-play for genre fans. Its handling of core genre pillars is a tad different from what most of us are used to, too, which ends up being a lovely breath of fresh air in practice!
Welcome to ParadiZe
An all-new wacky zombie-themed hijink, Welcome to ParadiZe is a what-if scenario where zombified humans are put to work by particularly industrious living humans. This top-down hack 'n' slash and strategy game hybrid allows you to tackle the weirdest, most abjectly ridiculous zombie outbreak you've seen yet. If you ever wanted to play Factorio with the undead, this is the game for you!
The Tribe Must Survive
A horror strategy game and RPG hybrid, The Tribe Must Survive is a Lovecraftian Stone Age story where you need to keep an entire tribe's worth of survivors alive, while the Outer Gods of the Outer World attempt to seep into their minds. It's a heck of a ride, just note that it's still in Early Access at this time!
Persona 5 Royal
Arguably the pinnacle of the revered Shin Megami Tensei franchise, Persona 5 Royal is an immaculate exploration of JRPG gameplay tropes combined with classic RPG elements, like turn-based combat and a heavy focus on narrative development.
Monster Hunter World (Iceborne Master Edition)
Monster Hunter World made its way onto this list because it is, indeed, bigger and more complex than Rise. Moreover, it is also a dedicated home console/PC title, giving it an edge in its sheer action RPG elements and progression.
Tales Of Arise
If Persona games are too out-there for your tastes, but you're a fan of anime thingamajigs, Tales of Arise is exactly what it looks like: an anime-themed action RPG that embraces niche tropes and executes upon them with gusto.
The Outer Worlds
Coming from the devs of a wholly different game on this list, The Outer Worlds is a tight, focused FPS/RPG hybrid with a heavy character-based slant. PC gamers will love its gameplay and character customization options, all the while retaining some of that classic New Vegas vibe.
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2
Bioware's transitionary period between classic RPGs with turn-based combat and action RPG titles was brimming with awesomeness, and KOTOR remains one of the best RPGs of all time - even today. Even if you're not big on Star Wars, this is a must-play classic.
Fallout: New Vegas (Legendary Edition)
One of the games that firmly established Obsidian Entertainment as a household RPG developer is a Fallout offshoot. It builds upon the previous games' lore while adding much of its own schtick to the IP, creating a phenomenally engaging first-person RPG experience.
The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim
Whether you like it or hate it, Skyrim - which came out a whopping dozen years ago, believe it or not! - is a seminal action RPG hit that features classic Bethesda charm and immersion and a modding scene unlike any other. With Starfield on the way, Bethesda is posed to hit another similar slam-dunk, except this time in the flavour of NASApunk sci-fi.
Yakuza: Like a Dragon
The first full-fledged turn-based open-world RPG in the revered Yakuza/Like a Dragon IP ended up being a joy to play, as well as establishing the franchise as a unique action RPG for times to come. If the availability of a character creator isn't a huge deal for you, and you prefer interesting narratives and characters instead, this is the one to snag.
Elden Ring
The Dark Souls of massive RPG titles! Indeed, Elden Ring is an open-world Soulslike down to its very bones, but what makes it special is its enchanting overworld and a delightfully strange and metaphysical story - in true From Software fashion, of course. It is quite unlike any other open-world RPG, and a real must-have.
Dark Souls - Remastered
If tight and focused is what you're into, instead, nothing beats the remastered version of the old Dark Souls. It doesn't have the ridiculous immersion and openness of Elder Scrolls games, no, but it's got phenomenal combat and a dreary vibe you'll find nowhere else. Pretty tough, too!
Planescape: Torment
For fans of tabletop RPGs, Planescape Torment is quite likely still the game to beat. Until Baldur's Gate 3 finally launches, that is! The clever bit about this game, really, is its writing. Not only is it literary tier, but it's also the fact that it hardly ever resorts to combat!
Baldur's Gate 2 (Enhanced Edition)
Baldur's Gate 2, however, is the Planescape Torment for those who just need combat. And lots of it, if at all possible (thank you very much). Setting its otherwise impeccable quality aside, what makes BG2 special is that it features both turn-based combat and an option to go real-time, depending on your preferences. It's an excellent RPG no matter how you play it.
Assassin's Creed Odyssey
Odyssey doesn't have any pretense about what it is and what it does, it's worth pointing out. It's a grindy, albeit epic journey that foregoes detailed worlds and fantasy landscapes in lieu of ridiculously massive Ancient Greece, filled to the brim with exciting content and quirky characters.
Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch - Remastered
Another phenomenal JRPG, Wrath of the White Witch delivers one of the finest, coziest, and most warmth-inducing narratives in all of gaming. Feels are the name of the game here, as it's remarkably hard to stay indifferent to the protagonist's unearthly plight!
Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen
Capcom's exploration of the action RPG niche didn't really make waves when it first came out, but Dragon's Dogma sure as heck ended up being treated like a cult classic over time, to the point where a sequel is now underway! Expect a mix between a classic Bioware ARPG and Monster Hunter, and you will not be disappointed.
Are PC RPGs Compatible With Steam Deck?
As we've been increasingly more curious about the growing popularity of handheld gaming, it should come as no surprise that we took special care in checking whether all the RPGs featured on this list are compatible with the Steam Deck. The good news (great news, really) is that they are!
Not only will all the RPGs you just read about work on Steam Deck out of the box, but they also run remarkably well, with solid battery life and rather great performance across the board. So, if you're looking to play some Monster Hunter or Elder Scrolls on the go, this is the ticket!
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